Raiders trade Kirk Cousins to Vikings, promote Fernando Mendoza as starter

The Las Vegas Raiders traded quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings for a third-round pick. This trade allows the Raiders to promote rookie Fernando Mendoza as their starting quarterback moving forward. The Raiders are currently 4-5 and opted not to make more trades despite losing five of their last six games. General manager John Spytek indicated the trade was not a sign of giving up on the season. Reports suggest the Raiders resisted trade offers for star defensive end Maxx Crosby but received inquiries about various players leading up to the deadline.

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