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Newer update on Kirk Cousins: Marvin Harrison Jr. trade rumors grow as NFL executives expect deal

Kirk Cousins Throws 10th TD of Season, Raiders Lead Chiefs 7-0

Cousins connects with Ian Thomas for a 27-yard score to give Las Vegas an early lead.

By Cole Hartwell
Kirk Cousins
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Kirk Cousins threw his 10th touchdown pass of the 2026 season, giving the Las Vegas Raiders an early 7-0 lead over the Kansas City Chiefs. The veteran quarterback found Ian Thomas deep down the left side for a 27-yard scoring strike, according to NBC Sports.

What happened

The Raiders struck first after the Chiefs converted a fake punt for a first down but later failed to convert a fourth-and-2 with a Kenneth Walker run. Cousins then hit a wide-open Thomas for the touchdown.

Cousins entered the game with nine touchdown passes and three interceptions through the first three weeks. He has thrown at least three touchdowns in each of his first three games this season.

Context

Cousins, 38, is in his first season with the Raiders and has played every offensive snap. He has reached 20 fantasy points in two of his first three games. Tight end Brock Bowers has been a frequent target, catching 10 passes for 116 yards and a touchdown in his only game this season.

What’s next

The Raiders will look to maintain their lead against the Chiefs. Sleeper projects Cousins for 14.7 PPR points in Week 4.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Cousins continues to produce as a QB1 with at least three touchdown passes in every game this season. His connection with Ian Thomas adds another red-zone weapon, though Bowers remains the top target. Managers should feel confident starting Cousins as a high-floor QB in most formats. Ian Thomas is worth a speculative add in deep leagues if he sees consistent targets. The Raiders’ passing volume should remain high while playing from behind or in shootouts.

Quick answers

Who caught Kirk Cousins' 10th touchdown pass?

Ian Thomas caught a 27-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to give the Raiders a 7-0 lead over the Chiefs.

What is Kirk Cousins' fantasy projection for Week 4?

Sleeper projects Kirk Cousins for 14.7 PPR points in Week 4 against the Chiefs.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. Kirk Cousins throws 10th TD of the year, Raiders lead Chiefs 7-0 (NBC Sports / ProFootballTalk)

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