Kirk Cousins reunites with his former offensive coordinator
The NFL may be shifting its focus to the NFL Draft, but teams remain active in free agency as they work to solidify their rosters and maintain flexibility. Although the Las Vegas Raiders are expected to draft Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick, they have continued to explore the free-agent market—particularly at quarterback. After showing interest in a veteran signal-caller, the Raiders have now made their move.
Reports indicate that Kirk Cousins has chosen Las Vegas as his team for the 2026 season. MORE: Best moments from Fernando Mendoza’s Indiana Pro Day Cousins also took to X to share a message with Raiders fans. The Atlanta Falcons released Cousins early in the 2026 league year, just two years after signing him to a massive contract during the 2024 free agency period.
The situation took an awkward turn when Atlanta selected Michael Penix Jr. in the first round the following month. Cousins mentored Penix before eventually losing his starting role to him.
Now in Las Vegas, Cousins will have the opportunity not only to mentor Mendoza but also to revive his own career—this time alongside a familiar face. MORE: Does the Jalen Hurts discourse make sense? Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak previously served as Cousins’ quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator from 2019 to 2021.
During their time together with the Minnesota Vikings, the duo found significant success. Under Kubiak, Cousins earned two Pro Bowl selections, and the pair built a dynamic offensive unit. Kubiak departed only after the team fired head coach Mike Zimmer.