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ArticleFinal Las Vegas Raiders’ 53-man roster prediction ahead of San Francisco 49ers...August 26, 2026

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Starter: Kirk Cousins; Backups: Fernando Mendoza (R)

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Kirk Cousins locked in as Raiders' 2026 starter.

Confirmed as the Raiders' starting quarterback for the 2026 season; Fernando Mendoza (R) is the backup, with Aidan O'Connell likely to be cut despite improved preseason performance.

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Kirk CousinsPositiveProjection

Cousins' elite play (9th EPA, 2nd in passing TDs) makes him untradeable despite rumors.

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Kirk CousinsPositiveProjection

Cousins' 9th EPA, 2nd in passing TDs make him untradeable.

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Kirk CousinsPositiveUsage

Cousins threw 3 TDs and rushed for 1 with minimal pressure; Jets sacked him just once.

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Kirk CousinsPositiveMatchup

Cousins sacked once in Week 8; improved line protection supports offensive turnaround.

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Kirk CousinsNeutralRole

Cousins only viable trade target but Raiders hold leverage; price likely prohibitive.

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Cousins is the only viable QB trade target for Vikings; price likely prohibitive.

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