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Why did LV pick Cousins to start over Mendoza?

September 3, 2026 08:15 AM

Mike Florio and Chris Simms react to the Raiders’ decision to start veteran Kirk Cousins over rookie Fernando Mendoza, breaking down how fast things can move for a first-year quarterback.

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