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Las Vegas Raiders QB transition and rebuilding progress

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The Las Vegas Raiders entered the 2026 season in a rebuilding phase under head coach Klint Kubiak and GM John Spytek. Following a preseason competition, Kubiak named veteran Kirk Cousins the starter. The team began the season with a strong 3-0 start, driven by Cousins and ~~a high-scoring offense, supported by~~ tight end Brock Bowers. However, the team has since faced ~~difficulties. After a three-game losing streak that included a 33-30 loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Raiders fell~~ difficulties, falling to a ~~3-3 record.~~ 3-4 record following a four-game losing streak. During ~~the Buffalo game, while Cousins threw for 313 yards and two touchdowns,~~ this period, the ~~defense~~ Raiders struggled against ~~heavy run boxes. The team's struggles continued with losses to~~ high-caliber opponents, including the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City ~~Chiefs~~ Chiefs, and ~~the~~ New England ~~Patriots, leaving~~ Patriots. While speculation arose regarding a change at quarterback, Kubiak addressed the ~~defense allowing an average~~ possibility of ~~34 points over a three-week period.~~ replacing Cousins with rookie first-round pick Fernando Mendoza, stating, “There is no controversy here,” and noting that while Mendoza will eventually play, the immediate priority is winning games. Concerns persist regarding the offensive line and the rushing attack. Right guard Jackson Powers-Johnson has been managing a groin injury, and running back Ashton Jeanty has seen a diminished role due to plantar fasciitis. Ahead of the November 10 trade deadline, GM John Spytek is reportedly evaluating roster improvements, specifically focusing on stabilizing the offensive line through the potential acquisition of an offensive guard. Other trade considerations include defensive tackles Vita Vea and DeForest Buckner. ~~As the Raiders look~~ In injury updates, wide receiver Jack Bech is expected to ~~break their losing streak,~~ return to practice after four weeks on injured reserve with a broken forearm, while the team ~~is relying on performances from Maxx Crosby and center Tyler Linderbaum to address ongoing inconsistencies.~~ faces a deadline regarding Dont’e Thornton’s status.

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