Raiders coach Klint Kubiak and quarterback Kirk Cousins addressed reporters at the Intermountain Health Performance Center ahead of Sunday's matchup against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. The team is searching for the offensive balance it has not found since a Week 1 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium.
Cousins, the NFL's leader in touchdown passes at age 38, acknowledged he needs to be sharper in the red zone and on third down. The quarterback, who struggled in 2025, downplayed the narrative of facing a former team while praising the Las Vegas defense.
The Raiders could receive a boost with the potential return of wide receiver Jack Bech, who has missed the minimum four games on injured reserve after getting hurt in a homecoming game in New Orleans. On the offensive line, rookie Trey Zuhn III could earn a start at guard as the coaching staff continues to search for the right combination up front.
Running back Ashton Jeanty questioned the willingness of certain Jets players to tackle ahead of the contest. Meanwhile, analysts and commentators around the league have speculated about the possibility of Fernando Mendoza taking over for the Raiders.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
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