Raiders Sign Cousins, Plan Mendoza Start

0:00It's April 6th. This is NFL News Today Football coverage, powered by AI. The Las Vegas Raiders just signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in a total surprise move. Just days after an insider said he'd take his time in free agency, he inked the deal on Thursday. Early buzz says he's lined up to star week one over their top draft pick Fernando Mendoza to keep the young guy from jumping straight into the fire. This comes after Cousins last stop with the Falcons, where they surprised him by drafting a quarterback in the top 10 right after he signed. This time around he knows the plan. It's a short-term gig to bridge the gap, though it could stretch if he balls out. Folks like Mike Floreo and Chris Sims are buzzing about it, loving the matchup of two sharp football nerd quarterbacks in Sin City of all places. They figure Cousins and Mendoza could vibe well in the locker room, both owning their studio styles without any drama. Financially, the Raiders set it up so Cousins grabs the first reps in organized team activities,

1:01mini-camp and even training camp. But if Mendoza lights it up in preseason games and looks pro-ready, that week one spot isn't locked for the vet. Either way, this duel has real potential to shake things up for the Raiders, blending experience with fresh talent in a city that thrives on bold, plays.