Kirk Cousins Stays Humble After Being Named Raiders' Starter
Summary
Kirk Cousins was named the starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of training camp, despite the team drafting rookie Fernando Mendoza first overall. Cousins, a veteran quarterback, said he plans to work hard every day to keep his starting job and help mentor the younger players.Key Facts
- Kirk Cousins is 37 years old and has played 15 years in the NFL.
- The Raiders picked Fernando Mendoza as the No. 1 overall draft choice.
- Cousins was signed by the Raiders in 2024 to be the starting quarterback.
- Head coach Klint Kubiak, who worked with Cousins before, cited his experience as a reason for naming him starter.
- Mendoza and another quarterback, Aidan O’Connell, will continue to compete for playing time during training camp.
- Cousins has been selected to the Pro Bowl four times in his career.
- He ranks 19th in NFL history for passing yards and 15th for passing touchdowns.
- Cousins emphasizes staying focused daily because team roles can change quickly in football.
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