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Raiders news: Russell Wilson sees Kirk Cousins winning major NFL award

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins was beaming with pride after they defeated the Los Angeles Chargers, 26-14 , on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. With Cousins leading the charge, the Raiders improved to 2-0 after beating the Miami Dolphins, 27-13, in Week 1 at Allegiant Stadium. The last time Las Vegas won its first two assignments was in 2021. […] The post Raiders news: Russell Wilson sees Kirk…

Raiders news: Russell Wilson sees Kirk Cousins winning major NFL award

In a thrilling start to the season, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins led his team to their first 2-0 record in five years with a dominant performance against the Los Angeles Chargers. Despite some criticism heading into the matchup, Cousins silenced his doubters by completing 19 of 29 passes for 253 yards, three touchdowns, and just one interception.

One of his standout plays was a 40-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Tre Tucker, who also had a strong game with five catches for 119 yards and the second 100-yard game of his career. Cousins demonstrated excellent handling of pressure, as the Raiders' offensive line struggled with sacks and quarterback hits. The victory not only secured a strong start for the Raiders but also boosted confidence in Cousins as the team's leader, with many praising his ability to perform under pressure and deliver the necessary results.

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