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Jets avoid getting dunked on by Fernando Mendoza as Raiders delay QB change

The New York Jets avoided being on the receiving end of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza's first NFL start in Week 8.

By Mike Luciano · The Jet Press

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 9:00 PM

Key Things to Know

The Raiders will start Kirk Cousins in Week 8 against the Jets, delaying rookie Fernando Mendoza's first start.
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed Mendoza will serve as the backup quarterback.
Writer Mike Luciano argues Cousins offers a more favorable matchup for the Jets defense than Mendoza.

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak announced that veteran Kirk Cousins will remain the starting quarterback for Week 8 against the New York Jets, keeping No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza on the bench as the backup.

The Jet Press's Mike Luciano argues that facing Cousins instead of Mendoza may benefit the struggling Jets defense, though he notes Cousins could be on a short leash if the Raiders' offense sputters.

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Jets avoid getting dunked on by Fernando Mendoza as Raiders delay QB change

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