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Raiders QB Plan: Cousins Starts, Mendoza Learns | NFL News
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders are rolling out a strategic, patient plan for rookie QB Fernando Mendoza — no snaps for him right away. Veteran Kirk Cousins is expected to start the 2026 season, giving Mendoza time to soak in Klint Kubiak’s offense and build confidence without pressure. With the team still rebuilding, this deliberate approach prioritizes long-term growth over immediate fan gratification — even if it means waiting longer for Mendoza’s debut. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b443c183f6237718