Kirk Cousins will start Week 1 for the Raiders over rookie Fernando Mendoza, coach Klint Kubiak confirmed. Mendoza, the first overall pick, won't start since Baker Mayfield in 2018. Cousins' experience with Kubiak secured the veteran's role.
Cousins Named Raiders Starter; Top Pick Benched
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