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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.
Kirk Cousins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21
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
Aidan O'Connell News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 21
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.
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.
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
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 21
Troy Aikman shares his honest thoughts on Raiders' Fernando Mendoza
The Las Vegas Raiders and their fans just got another glimpse of the No. 1 pick.
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.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 21
Four Positives and Three Negatives From Raiders' Preseason Comeback Win
After a sluggish first half, the Raiders rallied to beat the Texans on Thursday. It gave new head coach Klint Kubiak his first taste of victory with Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 21
Can Mike Washington Earn a Real Role With the Raiders' Offense?
Despite having Ashton Jeanty leading the backfield, the Raiders still chose to use a fourth-round pick on a running back. Mike Washington will certainly slot in behind Jeanty, but the rookie might be carving out a role in the offense.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Total Pro Sports / August 21
NFL Franchise Worth Over $10 Billion Is Demanding Taxpayers Pay Millions To Improve Their $2B Stadium That’s Only 6 Years Old
The Las Vegas Raiders rank among the NFL’s most valuable franchises. Recent minority stake sales put the team near the $10 billion mark. Sportico ranked them as the ninth most valuable franchise in the league earlier this month at $10.1 billion.
Kirk Cousins News / The Raider Ramble / August 21
Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell makes strong case as Kirk Cousins’ backup
Aidan O’Connell took over in the second half of the Las Vegas Raiders‘ preseason contest against the Houston Texans and delivered when it mattered most.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / August 21
Raiders not quite ready to name starting quarterback
Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak is in no rush to name a starting quarterback and says the battle between rookie Fernando Mendoza and veteran Kirk Cousins will continue.
Maxx Crosby News / Total Pro Sports / August 21
'People Still Don’t Know What Really Went Down' — Maxx Crosby Drops Cryptic Bombshell On Failed Ravens Trade
Maxx Crosby sat down on Bussin’ With The Boys and opened up about the failed Ravens trade. The star edge rusher spent just 48 hours in Baltimore before the deal collapsed.
NFL News / The Raider Ramble / August 21
A clear winner emerged from the Raiders’ preseason win vs. the Texans
After a week of joint practices, this week’s preseason matchup between the Las Vegas Raiders and Houston Texans turned out to be a rather low-key event.
Fernando Mendoza News / The Spun / August 21
Fernando Mendoza Had First 'Welcome To The NFL' Moment vs. Texans
During his Heisman year at Indiana last season, quarterback Fernando Mendoza threw a grand total of six interceptions and none of them went the other way for a touchdown.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 21
Raiders Shore Up Secondary in 2027 Mock Draft
The Raiders used their first-round pick in 2026 to select their future franchise quarterback in Fernando Mendoza. It is step one of a rebuild that will take a couple of years to complete.
Las Vegas Raiders News / EssentiallySports / August 21
Raiders Seek $75M in Taxpayer Money To Upgrade Allegiant Stadium Ahead of Super Bowl LXIII
The Las Vegas Raiders should have thought about this before. Sure, they want to elevate the fan experience now, but a six-year-old, roughly $2 billion stadium shouldn’t already need another $158 million project this early.
Las Vegas Raiders News / TWSN / August 21
Mike Washington Jr. Is Forcing the Las Vegas Raiders To Reduce Ashton Jeanty’s Workload
When the Las Vegas Raiders went on to draft Mike Washington Jr., it was with the thought process that he would provide the running back depth they needed behind Ashton Jeanty.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 21
Raiders vs. Texans: Winners & Losers; Training Camp Report 23
HOUSTON, Texas—The Las Vegas Raiders invaded South Texas for a joint practice and Thursday night’s second preseason game that ended with a 22-20 win for the Silver and Black.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 21
Las Vegas Raiders are now the latest victim of what’s been happening way too often lately in the preseason and in training camp
The NFL is a violent sport, and now there’s another player who’s been injured in the preseason: defensive back Chigozie Anusiem. The Las Vegas Raiders are now the latest victim of what has hit everyone this preseason, whether in a preseason game or at training camp.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 20
Las Vegas Raiders are proving they are trying to continue to build the franchise up even off the field
The Las Vegas Raiders have plans set to improve their already state-of-the-art stadium, and Allegiant Stadium is only getting better. The Las Vegas Raiders are making changes to Allegiant Stadium, and the statement may seem odd for a building that’s only a few years old.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20
Raiders' Maxx Crosby opens up about relationship with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes
Crosby has played only for the Raiders since they drafted him in 2019, so he is quite familiar with going up against the division-rival Chiefs and Mahomes.
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