Kirk Cousins Fends Off First Overall Pick in Raiders' 3-0 Start

Quarterback Kirk Cousins has successfully fended off the No. 1 overall pick and kept him off the field through three weeks, guiding the Las Vegas Raiders to a surprising 3-0 start to the 2026 NFL season. Cousins has provided stable veteran leadership for the Raiders' offense, anchoring a strong early-season run that has generated significant optimism and analytical spotlight throughout the franchise.