# Kirk Cousins has officially signed a five-year, $172 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.

*business · news · 2026-04-07 · Essentially Sports*

## Key points

- Kirk Cousins has signed a five-year, $172 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Cousins' deal includes $11.3 million guaranteed and averages $34.4 million per year.
- The Raiders are expected to draft quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in 2026.
- Cousins is anticipated to mentor Mendoza, who is projected as the franchise's future starter.

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