Klint Kubiak Names Kirk Cousins Starting QB Over Top Pick Mendoza
New Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has selected veteran Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback over rookie Fernando Mendoza, the team's No. 1 draft pick. The decision prioritizes immediate experience over long-term development, signaling the Raiders' win-now strategy under new leadership. This move could shape the team's season and Mendoza's role as a backup.