Kirk Cousins, Mendoza and Las Vegas Raiders
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Former NFL QB Robert Griffin III shares his thoughts on the Las Vegas Raiders QB situation now that Fernando Mendoza is in the fold.
Only two players in NFL history have made more money than Cousins and they are both locks for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is aware that Las Vegas is expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and says he only wants to play if it's determined he's the best option.
Getty Jalen Nailor #1 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after his receiving touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium on December 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Kirk Cousins wants to be the Raiders' starting quarterback, but only if he's the team's best option at the position.
The Las Vegas Raiders are currently in a situation where they will eventually have to decide between Mendoza and Cousins as their starting quarterback.