Klint Kubiak Sends Clear Message on Raiders Starting QB at Training Camp
Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders have veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins as their starting QB for training camp, according to head coach Klint Kubiak. Rookie Fernando Mendoza, the team's first draft pick, will compete and learn but is not expected to start immediately.Key Facts
- The Raiders drafted Fernando Mendoza, a successful college quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, in April.
- Head coach Klint Kubiak said Kirk Cousins is the starting quarterback as camp begins.
- Cousins has 14 seasons of NFL experience and last played for the Atlanta Falcons.
- Cousins threw for 1,721 yards and 10 touchdowns in 8 starts last season.
- Cousins was brought to the Raiders to mentor Mendoza and provide veteran leadership.
- Mendoza will compete with Cousins and backup Aidan O’Connell during training camp.
- The Raiders’ first preseason game is August 13 against the Arizona Cardinals.
- The Raiders start the regular season on September 13 against the Miami Dolphins in Las Vegas.
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