# Fernando Mendoza reminds everyone Kirk Cousins is still alive and well

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/fernando-mendoza-reminds-everyone-kirk-cousins-is-still-alive-and-well/
- Published: 2026-11-12T02:11:43+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-12T02:20:15+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://nypost.com/2026/11/11/sports/fernando-mendoza-points-out-kirk-cousins-is-not-gone-forever/
- Topics: World

## Key points

- Mendoza makes his first NFL start against Seattle on Sunday.
- He credits Cousins with sharing his preparation and experience.
- The quarterbacks can stay in touch after Cousins’ move to Minnesota.

## Summary

Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders’ 22-year-old rookie quarterback, said Kirk Cousins is “not gone forever” after Cousins was traded to Minnesota. Mendoza is preparing for his first NFL start against Seattle on Sunday and said he is grateful for the guidance and welcome he received from Cousins and his family.

Cousins shared how he studied film and prepared for games, despite Mendoza being the player expected to take his job. The article says Mendoza spent his first nine NFL games around Cousins in Las Vegas; he may miss being able to ask him questions in person, but can still call him after reviewing Sunday’s game.

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