Kirk Cousins Named Raiders Starter; Mentoring Fernando Mendoza

Kirk Cousins is set to take over as the starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026, tasked with providing veteran leadership and stability to the team's playoff push. While Cousins assumes the starting role, teammate Fernando Mendoza has clarified that he views his relationship with Cousins as a collaborative competition, focusing on working alongside the veteran rather than strictly against him as they navigate the Raiders' quarterback landscape.