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Raiders QB decision: Why Kirk Cousins might end up starting in Week 1 and how Tom Brady convinced him to sign
Apr 9, 2026John BreechCBS Sports NFL
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Kirk Cousins
QB · LV · #startrecommendation
The Raiders are expected to use the No. 1 pick on Fernando Mendoza, but he might not be the team's starter to open the season
Tom Brady
QB · #startrecommendation
...use the No. 1 pick on Fernando Mendoza, but he might not be the team's starter to open the season
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The Raiders are expected to use the No. 1 pick on Fernando Mendoza, but he might not be the team's starter to open the season