Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) hands of the football to running back Mike Washington (30) in the first half against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on Thu Aug 27, 2026 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria:

#1 Can Kirk Cousins give the Raiders the steady quarterback play they need to open the season with a win over Miami?

#2 How much will Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury affect the Raiders’ rushing attack, and can Mike Washington Jr. step up if Jeanty is limited?

#3 With Maxx Crosby anchoring the defense, can the Raiders generate enough pressure to disrupt Miami’s new-look offense?

#4 Can Fernando Mendoza make an impact if Klint Kubiak turns to the rookie quarterback, or will Kirk Cousins handle the bulk of the workload?

#5 Which Raiders skill-position player—such as Dont’e Thornton or Jalen Nailor—can emerge as a reliable weapon and give the Dolphins’ secondary problems?

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