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ArticleDolphins vs. Raiders: Kirk Cousins named starter for Las Vegas in Week 1
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veteran Kirk Cousins will be the starter while first-overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza will begin the season as the backup. Cousins signed a five-year contract with the Raiders in April. Going into his 15th season
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Cousins named Raiders starter for Week 1 after five-year free agent deal

Kirk Cousins named starting quarterback for Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1 of 2026 season after signing five-year contract in April; entering his 15th NFL season after being released by Atlanta Falcons following two years in a four-year deal signed in 2024; career 66.7% completion rate and 96.8 passer rating with 44,700 passing yards, 298 touchdowns, and 131 interceptions.

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