Kirk Cousins has made headlines after signing a lucrative five-year, $172 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, which elevates his career earnings to approximately $342 million, surpassing the legendary Tom Brady on the NFL's all-time earnings list. This development has drawn mixed reactions, particularly from analyst Skip Bayless, who expressed disbelief during a recent episode of 'The Arena: Gridiron.' Bayless, a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, reflected on his history with Cousins, noting the quarterback's mixed legacy against his team. Cousins, drafted in 2012 by the Washington Football Team, has had a varied career, including stints with the Minnesota Vikings and Atlanta Falcons. As the Raiders prepare for the upcoming season, they are also eyeing the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, projected to select Fernando Mendoza, the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner, to potentially lead the team in the future. Analyst Mina Kimes discussed the implications of Cousins' signing for the Raiders' quarterback strategy, suggesting that while fans hope for Mendoza to start, having an experienced quarterback like Cousins is a solid backup plan.