John Spytek: First "real" call on Kirk Cousins came this morning
Raiders general manager John Spytek told reporters that he received his first genuine inquiry about quarterback Kirk Cousins early Tuesday morning, which resulted in the team securing a third‑round draft pick in exchange for the veteran signal‑caller. The discussion comes after ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the Raiders had not fielded any trade interest and were planning to keep Cousins until their No.
1 overall pick, rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, was ready to take over.
Spytek’s remarks highlight the contrast between the earlier public stance of disinterest and the sudden willingness to negotiate, underscoring how the franchise is weighing Cousins’ value against the impending promotion of Mendoza as they aim for a postseason run.
