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ArticleThere’s only one thing Aaron Glenn can do against the Raiders to stop Jets noiseOctober 31, 2026

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there have been calls to play rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who was the No. 1 overall draft pick in the spring. Kubiak reaffirmed this week that Kirk Cousins would remain the starter.

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Mendoza remains benched behind Cousins despite rookie QB calls after 3-0 start.

Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall draft pick in spring 2026, remains the backup to Kirk Cousins on the Raiders despite calls from some to play the rookie. Raiders coach Klint Kubiak has reaffirmed Cousins as the starter, keeping Mendoza on the bench as the team sits at 3-4 after a 3-0 start.