Raiders Weigh All Options as Fernando Mendoza’s Possible Debut Looms
Kubiak considers possible changes
Klint Kubiak said the Raiders would review film and discuss ways to address their problems. He named red-zone performance, the third quarter, personnel and scheme as areas for consideration.
His comments leave the door open to a quarterback change, but the report says there had been no indication he was planning to bench Kirk Cousins for rookie Fernando Mendoza. Kubiak has not said who will start against the Jets.
Cousins responds to the possibility
Cousins said he wants the team to have its best chance to win. He added that he would have acknowledged if he should not be playing, had that become clear during the first OTA practice. He said he would aim to play well and help the Raiders win while setting an example for Mendoza until the rookie eventually takes the field.
Raiders’ recent game and odds
As of Monday morning, DraftKings Sportsbook listed Las Vegas as a 1.5-point underdog on the road against the Jets. The report said it was unclear how the line might change if Mendoza were named the starter.
Key points
- Kubiak said the Raiders are considering personnel and scheme changes.
- He has not announced whether Mendoza will start against the Jets.
- Cousins had 14 touchdown passes through Week 6.
- The Raiders were 1.5-point road underdogs against the Jets on Monday morning.