Kirk Cousins Named Raiders Week 1 Starting Quarterback

The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to name 38-year-old Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback for Week 1. Cousins will open the season under center, while the team's No. 1 overall pick, Fernando Mendoza, is slated to begin his NFL career as the backup. This decision, reported by Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com, solidifies the veteran's role at the helm of the Raiders' offense.