Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins is signing a contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The move brings the four-time Pro Bowler to the AFC West as a free agent following his release from the Atlanta Falcons earlier this spring.
Cousins, who was released by Atlanta on March 11, 2026, joins a Raiders squad led by new head coach Klint Kubiak. The two previously spent time together with the Minnesota Vikings, creating a natural fit for the Raiders' offensive scheme. Cousins is expected to provide a veteran leadership presence for the franchise alongside young quarterback Fernando Mendoza, whom the team views as a significant part of its future.
The Falcons moved on from Cousins after securing Tua Tagovailoa in free agency and continuing the development of Michael Penix Jr. As Cousins was an unrestricted free agent at the time of the agreement, no trade assets or draft picks were exchanged between the two organizations. Details regarding the length and financial terms of the contract have not yet been disclosed.
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