Sports · October 26, 2026
Klint Kubiak: Kirk Cousins is our starting quarterback
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak announced on Monday that Kirk Cousins will remain the team's starting quarterback for their upcoming Week 8 game against the New York Jets. The decision follows a 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, marking the Raiders' fourth consecutive defeat. Despite external speculation regarding a potential switch to rookie Fernando Mendoza, the top overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Kubiak stated there is "no controversy" at the position, affirming that Cousins provides the team with its best chance to win currently.
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'No controversy': Cousins to remain Raiders' starting QB, Kubiak says
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Klint Kubiak announced Kirk Cousins is the Raiders' starting quarterback.
- Kubiak stated there is "no controversy" at the quarterback position.
- The Raiders lost to the Los Angeles Rams 35-21 on Sunday.
- The Raiders are scheduled to play the New York Jets in Week 8.
Reported by only some outlets
- The Raiders started the 2026 season with a 3-0 record.
- Fernando Mendoza was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- The Raiders have lost four consecutive games.
- The Raiders' current record is 3-4.
Confirmed
- Klint Kubiak named Kirk Cousins the starter for the Week 8 game against the Jets.
- The Raiders are on a four-game losing streak.
- The Raiders lost 35-21 to the Los Angeles Rams.
Reported
- Kubiak believes Cousins gives the team their best chance to win. (New York Post)
- The team's 3-0 start was their first since 2021. (Fox News)
Rumor
- There were calls to begin the next chapter at quarterback following the fourth consecutive loss. (New York Post)
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