NFL Updates: Raiders Select Kirk Cousins as Starting QB, Cowboys Re-sign Joe Milton

The NFL season is nearing its start, prompting teams to finalize their rosters. The Las Vegas Raiders have officially designated Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback, surpassing Fernando Mendoza for the position.

This decision comes as the Raiders prepare for their first season under head coach Klint Kubiak, who has expressed confidence in Cousins due to their previous collaboration in Minnesota. Mendoza, the first overall pick, will begin the season as the backup.

Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed Joe Milton to their practice squad after he cleared waivers. Milton was released earlier to make room for running back Emari Demercado. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer noted that Sam Howell's performance during training camp solidified his role as the primary backup to Dak Prescott.

In other news, the San Francisco 49ers received encouraging updates on Nick Bosa and George Kittle's recoveries as they prepare for their season opener against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.