ESPN identifies the Raiders' WR battle, not the Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza competition, as the team's top training camp storyline. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, has expressed that his mindset regarding the team's quarterback competition is centered on collective growth. Article Continues BelowDespite the spotlight on the quarterback battle, the most intense competition in Las Vegas is occurring at the wide receiver position. According to ESPN's Ryan McFadden, the Raiders' biggest training camp battle isn't the rivalry between Cousins and Mendoza, but rather the contest for the WR3 spot. As reported by NFL Network's Mike Garafolo on X, Kubiak officially named Cousins the starting quarterback (QB1) for the start of training camp.