Overview
- The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports Las Vegas is expected to show interest in free‑agent Kirk Cousins as a veteran mentor or short‑term starter for a rookie quarterback.
- Cousins became available after his release by the Falcons and has prior familiarity with new Raiders coach Klint Kubiak from their time together in Minnesota.
- Indiana star Fernando Mendoza remains widely projected as the No. 1 pick after a Heisman season leading a 16–0 run to the national championship.
- GM John Spytek said at the combine he prefers not to start a rookie immediately, emphasizing the value of adding another quality quarterback.
- Las Vegas traded Geno Smith to the Jets and has been rebuilding around its future passer, highlighted by additions such as center Tyler Linderbaum and receiver Jalen Nailor.