Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will both get playing time for Raiders in preseason opener

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — In the Raiders' preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals, both quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will take the field. Coach Klint Kubiak did not disclose how much playing time the quarterbacks and their teammates would receive. The preseason game aims to showcase the progress of rookies like Malik Benson and Jermod McCoy.

Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, has been working with the second-team offense throughout training camp. Benson, drafted in the sixth round, has played with both the second-team and starters, building a strong connection with Mendoza. Additionally, cornerback Jermod McCoy and defensive ends Kwity Paye and Keyron Crawford have been practicing regularly and are expected to participate in the game.