From Henderson, Nev.: Coach Klint Kubiak has announced the starting quarterback for the season opener. Kirk Cousins will lead the team as the starting quarterback when they face Miami on September 13. This decision was expected, given that Cousins ran the first-team offense for most of the preseason.

Cousins' selection comes after a preseason where he worked with the first team, while rookie Fernando Mendoza worked mostly with a different unit. The team is set to open its season at home, with the game against Miami scheduled for September 13.

Further details about the team's preparations and strategy are available from the source, but for now, it is confirmed that Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback for the opener.