Raiders Bring Kirk Cousins Onboard as Final Four Excitement Builds
The Las Vegas Raiders are poised to sign Kirk Cousins to a one-year deal worth $20 million, with half of that amount covered by the Atlanta Falcons, who released him earlier this offseason. This move not only provides Cousins with a fresh start but also offers rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza a seasoned mentor as he develops, aligning with Coach Klint Kubiak's preference to avoid starting a rookie immediately. In college basketball, Cameron Boozer has been named the 2025-26 CBS Sports National Player of the Year, leading a list that includes Tommy Lloyd as Coach of the Year and Yaxel Lendeborg as Transfer of the Year. Meanwhile, Phil Mickelson will miss the 2026 Masters, marking only the second time since 1995 he will not participate, citing family health issues. Konnor Griffin is set to make his MLB debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates today, becoming the first teenager to play in an MLB game since 2019 as he faces the Baltimore Orioles. Additionally, Audi Crooks, a top player in women's college basketball, is entering the transfer portal, joining a wave of players leaving Iowa State. Looking ahead to the Final Four, the women’s tournament will feature all No. 1 seeds, with the South Carolina Gamecocks facing UConn and Texas Longhorns battling UCLA. The men's side sees Illinois clashing with UConn. The anticipation builds as teams vie for a chance to cut the nets on Sunday. Also, the WNBA is gearing up for an expansion draft, with Jordin Canada and Bridget Carleton projected to be top picks for the new franchises, Fire and Tempo. As the sports landscape evolves, fans can expect thrilling action across all fronts this weekend.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-03