NegativeProjectionTue, July 28, 2026

Aging Cousins' bounce-back potential uncertain after Raiders signing.
Kirk CousinsQB
The source expresses concern about the soon-to-be 38-year-old Cousins bouncing back after signing a 1-year, $20 million deal with the Raiders. The implication is that if Cousins doesn't perform well and the Raiders have another down season, there would be justification for inserting rookie Fernando Mendoza into the lineup.
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If the Raiders have another down season, especially if the soon-to-be 38-year-old Cousins doesn't bounce back, there isn't much reason to keep Mendoza from getting some meaningful reps.
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- The source expresses concern about the soon-to-be 38-year-old Cousins bouncing back after signing a 1-year, $20 million deal with the Raiders. The implication is that if Cousins doesn't perform well and the Raiders have another down season, there would be justification for inserting rookie Fernando Mendoza into the lineup.
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