Raiders Start with Cousins, Run Game Shines | Las Vegas Raiders News

Raiders are starting with Kirk Cousins at QB, sidelining rookie star Fernando Mendoza for a cautious rollout — a bold move given Mendoza’s top pick pedigree. But don’t panic: the plan makes sense. With a forgiving early schedule and a revamped offensive line, the team is leaning hard on Mike Washington Jr., whose explosive rushing stats have already earned him Rookie of the Year buzz. This balanced, run-first approach could be the foundation for a strong season — and maybe even a breakout year for Mendoza down the road. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f21e27d66b2dc8b