Kirk Cousins signing with Raiders: Timeline of QB's outrageous contracts

Insider Shares Falcons' True Stance on Kirk Cousins' Raiders Contract

The Las Vegas Raiders used a loophole when signing veteran QB Kirk Cousins, a move that could upset the Atlanta Falcons. On April 2, Cousins’ agent announced that the player and the Raiders agreed to terms on a contract, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter reporting, citing sources, that the agreement will pay the four-time Pro Bowler $20 million in guaranteed money in 2026. Schefter also reported, citing a source, that the deal includes a two-year, $80 m…

"Kirk Cousins robbed the NFL again": Cam Newton fires shots at Raiders QB over $172,000,000, 5-year deal

The Las Vegas Raiders signed former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins on a reported $172 million contract over five years. The veteran quarterback will make $20 million guaranteed in 2026.

Kirk Cousins signing with Raiders: Timeline of QB's outrageous contracts

Only two players in NFL history have made more money than Cousins and they are both locks for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Kirk Cousins Las Vegas Raiders Contract

The Las Vegas Raiders have made a bold move to reset their franchise, agreeing to a five-year contract worth up to $172 million with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. The headline figure is eye-catching, but the structure tells a more strategic story. Only $20 million is guaranteed, making the deal far more flexible than it appears on paper. In reality, it functions as a short-term bridge while the team develops its future quarterback. A Strateg…