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Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / August 19
Raiders Urged to Make Bold Fernando Mendoza Decision
Former NFL quarterback and noted quarterbacks coach Jordan Palmer said the Las Vegas Raiders should give rookie Fernando Mendoza the starting job if the competition with veteran Kirk Cousins remains close.
NFL News / Total Pro Sports / August 19
Maxx Crosby Sends Patrick Mahomes A 4-Word Warning He Won’t Ignore
Maxx Crosby and Patrick Mahomes keep their intense rivalry alive. The Las Vegas Raiders star shared details of a recent text exchange. Both stars returned from injured reserve ahead of schedule.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 19
Raiders Training Camp Report 22: Takeaways & Lessons From Joint Practice
HOUSTON, Texas—The Las Vegas Raiders flew into Houston on Monday evening for a joint practice on Tuesday, and tomorrow they will face the Texans in the second preseason football game.
The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz
How many of the 39 NFL players to rush for at least 300 yards in a single NFL playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 19
Two Raiders' Injuries Opening Up Playing Time
The Raiders have not made it through training camp unscathed. While there has not been a season-ending injury, Las Vegas has a few players who will miss Thursday’s preseason game with the Texans.
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.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 19
How Recent Injuries Could Change Dynamic for Two Raiders Games
The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of things to be grateful for heading into the season. They've seemingly found their franchise quarterback and head coach, and they're slowly gathering all of the pieces to become a contender in the AFC.
Kirk Cousins News / Athlon Sports / August 19
One Area the Raiders Have To Improve To Help Kirk Cousins
The Raiders have a flawed roster, but the offensive line could stick out the most. After a disastrous 2025 season, Las Vegas is still going to have trouble blocking.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Total Pro Sports / August 19
Kirk Cousins Sends A Stern Warning To Raiders Teammate Maxx Crosby
Kirk Cousins doesn’t mind taking a few hits during practice, but there is one area he wants defenders to avoid, that is his throwing arm. The veteran quarterback made that clear after taking a hit to his elbow during Wednesday’s joint practice with the Houston Texans, explaining that his past injury history is why he’s so protective of that arm.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 19
Tom Brady may have given Raiders unfair advantage in hiring of Klint Kubiak
Brady has been serving as both the minority owner of the Raiders and as Fox's lead in-game NFL analyst.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Las Vegas Raiders offensive line has seen a noticeable difference already, and it has everything to do with Rick Dennison
The Las Vegas Raiders have a decent offensive line going for them, and Rick Dennison is doing things the right way. The Las Vegas Raiders had the worst offensive line in the NFL last season, finishing dead last in both run blocking and pass protection.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 19
Raiders Coaching Staff and Front Office Have a Lot To Prove
The Raiders rebuild will largely hinge on Fernando Mendoza’s career. But the coaching staff and front office will have to at least be competent to get Mendoza and the Raiders to a higher level.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins disagrees with Raiders' reported Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan
A Tuesday update revealed that the Las Vegas Raiders are prepared to stick with their plan of starting veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie and No.1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 19
Raiders' Crawford Explains Challenging Transition From College to NFL
The Las Vegas Raiders are a team filled with youth and inexperience, as general manager John Spytek has worked vigorously to expand the bottom of the roster with sustainable, quality depth while head coach Klint Kubiak is incorporating and developing younger starters.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why Raiders' Kirk Cousins was angry with Maxx Crosby before practice scuffle
Ahead of the Las Vegas Raiders' preseason opener on Aug. 13, QB Kirk Cousins and pass-rusher Maxx Crosby got into a bit of a scuffle during practice. This week, Cousins explained what happened and why.
Fernando Mendoza News / EssentiallySports / August 19
Ex-NFL Scout Ready to Bet a Percentage of Life Savings on Fernando Mendoza’s Career: 'Obsessed'
The football world is talking about Fernando Mendoza, the rookie quarterback taken first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders. On a recent episode of The Colin Cowherd Show, former NFL scout John Middlekauff went viral for a bold claim.
NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 19
'We Go To War': Maxx Crosby Makes His Feelings Clear on Patrick Mahomes as a Rival
There are few quarterbacks Maxx Crosby would rather chase than Patrick Mahomes. Every snap between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs carries an extra edge, and Crosby has never been shy about embracing the battle.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 19
Raiders' Joint Practice vs. Texans Confirmed Areas of Need
Like most teams in the National Football League during this time of the season, the Las Vegas Raiders have spent most of the past two weeks practicing against each other.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Raiders seem set on Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision after practice with Texans
Eyebrows were raised when it was learned that first-year Raiders HC Klint Kubiak gave Mendoza some first-team work during Tuesday's joint practice with the Texans.
Kirk Cousins News / The Raider Ramble / August 19
Kirk Cousins says the Raiders offense has 'good gel' after shaky joint practice
Starting quarterback Kirk Cousins isn’t worried about the Las Vegas Raiders‘ shaky joint practice, saying he sees “good gel” developing within Las Vegas’ offense.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 19
Kubiak: Rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. has 'done it' in practice and games
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak is seeing plenty to like from rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. He continues to make plays in practice and preseason action.
Maxx Crosby News / EssentiallySports / August 19
'Don’t Touch My Arm': Kirk Cousins Lays Down Strict Rule at Texans Practice Days After Heated Maxx Crosby Altercation
Kirk Cousins did not hesitate to open up about his injury fears. As the situation is a bit sensitive after his altercation with Maxx Crosby, Cousins no longer wants to take the risk of exposing himself to injuries.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / August 18
Analyst explains why Raiders' Kirk Cousins is on the 'hot seat'
It's a no-brainer decision that Kirk Cousins will start for the Las Vegas Raiders when they play their first regular-season game in September.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 18
Jerry Jones still teasing big move for Cowboys amid return of Maxx Crosby rumors
Jones received praise from Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott earlier in August for making "aggressive" moves in an attempt to end the franchise's championship drought.
Jamal Adams News / Yardbarker / August 17
Vikings lose Jamal Adams for season, putting his career in doubt
The Minnesota Vikings knew the injury sustained by defensive back Jamal Adams on Saturday was not good. On Sunday, they received confirmation.
Jeremiyah Love News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love's Week 1 status in doubt
Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love is one of the running backs who should be expected to take on a huge role for their offense this season. But that plan could be getting off to a rocky start given an ankle injury that the No. 3 overall pick suffered in the team's second preseason game this past week.
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / August 15
Raiders GM drops update on Maxx Crosby's trade situation
The aftershocks of the Maxx Crosby deal or no deal are still reverberating.
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