The Miami Dolphins begin the 2026 NFL Season on the road against the Las Vegas Raiders. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! Miami got a big update on their opponent and who they may start at quarterback. Las Vegas took QB Fernando Mendoza with the 1st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft but it seems like veteran Kirk Cousins will be the starter against the Dolphins to open up the season. Dolphins Today host Nic Rohloff talks about Kirk Cousins and the Dolphins news you need to know!
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ESPN’s Ryan McFadden on the Raiders QB1 decision:
“The Raiders have been patient with Mendoza’s adjustment to the next level, having him play mostly with the second and third teams during OTAs and minicamp. He has impressed many in the building with his work ethic, leadership qualities and ability to quickly find open targets for completions. At the same time, he’s had his fair share of growing pains, especially when playing under center, and mastering the footwork that comes with it. With veteran Kirk Cousins on the roster, the Raiders don’t feel like they need to rush Mendoza.”
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Kirk Cousins stats in Atlanta:
2024 (14 GS): 66.9 COMP%, 3,508 YDS, 18 TD/16 INT, 88.6 QB RTG, 47.0 QBR
2025 (8 GS): 61.7 COMP%, 1,721 YDS, 10 TD/5 INT, 84.8 QB RTG, 47.6 QBR
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Dolphins vs. Raiders team comparison:
Quarterback: Dolphins
Running Back: Dolphins
Wide Receiver: Wash
Tight End: Raiders
Offensive Line: Dolphins
Pass rush: Raiders
Interior D-Line: Dolphins
Linebackers: Wash
Cornerbacks: Raiders
Safety: Raiders
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Dolphins 2026 schedule:
Week 1: at Raiders
Week 2: at 49ers
Week 3: vs. Chiefs
Week 4: at Vikings
Week 5: vs. Bengals
Week 6: BYE
Week 7: at Jets
Week 8: vs. Patriots
Week 9: vs. Lions
Week 10: at Colts
Week 11: at Bills
Week 12: vs. Jets
Week 13: at Broncos
Week 14: vs. Bears
Week 15: at Packers
Week 16: vs. Chargers
Week 17: vs. Bills
Week 18: at Patriots
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