In one of the biggest moves of the 2026 NFL Trade Deadline, the Las Vegas Raiders officially traded veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a 2027 third-round draft pick. The deal reunites Cousins with Minnesota’s explosive offense—headlined by star wide receiver Justin Jefferson—giving the franchise an immediate boost for its postseason push. Meanwhile, Las Vegas used the roster opening to officially name 2026 No. 1 overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza as their starting quarterback going forward, signaling the start of a new era for the Raiders.
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