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Raiders Game Review: Key Takeaways From Thursday's Comeback Preseason Win

The Las Vegas Raiders followed up their sluggish preseason debut with a dramatic come-from-behind victory against the Houston Texans, 22-20. It was a wild game that featured notable individual displays from key players and important evaluations for the Raiders' young roster.

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Why Raiders' Offensive Line Must Take Shape in 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders' offensive line must improve significantly before the team even thinks about being in the postseason. The Raiders have had one of the worst offensive lines in the league over the last few seasons, whether due to injuries or to players not adapting to the scheme.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Kirk Cousins is the Raiders' Starting Quarterback Even if Klint Kubiak Won't Say it

Klint Kubiak refuses to name a starting quarterback, but he is still making it obvious that Kirk Cousins will be under center in Week 1. After Kubiak wouldn’t declare Cousins as the starter on Thursday night, the Raiders’ head coach reiterated that point when he talked to the media on Friday.

Fernando Mendoza News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Why Mendoza's Pick-Six Response What Raiders 'Expect'

Thursday night was an up-and-down experience for rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza in the Las Vegas Raiders' 22-20 win over the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium.

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3 Things I Learned From Raiders Preseason Thriller

The Las Vegas Raiders led an exciting comeback win against the Houston Texans in their second preseason game, highlighted by their fight back from a 17-point deficit in the first quarter.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Fernando Mendoza News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'Tiny Mistake Can Lead to Catastrophe': Fernando Mendoza Admits to Shortcomings After Rough Display

A week ago, Fernando Mendoza was the story of the Raiders camp. The Heisman Trophy winner, who had led Indiana to a national title in January, emerged as an ‘ascending’ leader in the eyes of Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak after their preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals last week.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 21

What Stood Out Most in Raiders' Win Over Texans

Earlier this week, the Las Vegas Raiders traveled to Texas for a joint practice and preseason game against the Houston Texans. Although the Raiders almost beat the playoff-bound Texans in the regular season in 2025, the two teams are at vastly different stages.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Maxx Crosby's Message to Fernando Mendoza After His Pick-Six Says a Lot

Immediately after his worst play of the preseason, Fernando Mendoza was met by Maxx Crosby on the sideline. The rookie quarterback had just thrown an interception that was returned for a Houston touchdown.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / August 21

Raiders coach leaves door open to Fernando Mendoza as starting QB

The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to go with Kirk Cousins as their Week 1 quarterback, but coach Klint Kubiak is stubbornly refusing to say so. Kubiak refused to name a quarterback after Thursday’s 22-20 preseason win over the Houston Texans, and once again chose not to on Friday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 21

Klint Kubiak announces Maxx Crosby status for Raiders' final preseason game

The Las Vegas Raiders defensive end is coming back after an injury and a botched trade deal, so all eyes are on him as he enters the new season.

What Raiders' Maxx Crosby said to Fernando Mendoza about pick-six against Texans

Raiders' Maxx Crosby opens up about relationship with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

Raiders HC Klint Kubiak takes some blame for Fernando Mendoza's pick-six vs. Texans

Raiders' Fernando Mendoza discusses rough lessons he learned during preseason game vs. Texans

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

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Raiders Not Ready To Name Starter Between Fernando Mendoza & Kirk Cousins

The Raiders have been expected to name veteran QB Kirk Cousins their starter throughout the offseason ahead of rookie Fernando Mendoza. However, HC Klint

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Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell Sent Message Against Texans

Over the past three seasons, the Las Vegas Raiders have had little to no consistency at the quarterback position. The Raiders have started seven different quarterbacks since the 2023 season, far from ideal in a quarterback-driven league.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 21

What the Raiders' Second Half vs. Texans Revealed

The new-look Las Vegas Raiders traveled to Texas to participate in a joint practice against the Houston Texans on Tuesday and a preseason game on Thursday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 21

Raiders' Klint Kubiak expands on Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision

Considering the numerous reports that surfaced leading up to Thursday's preseason game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Houston Texans, it was somewhat

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Raiders' Fernando Mendoza discusses rough lessons he learned during preseason game vs. Texans

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Raiders' Fernando Mendoza began learning Klint Kubiak's offense earlier than thought

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 21