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NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 20
2 Predictions for Raiders' Second Preseason Game Against Texans
The Las Vegas Raiders conducted a joint practice with the Houston Texans earlier this week, and the two teams will face off tonight in the second week of preseason action.
Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / August 20
Ian Rapoport shares interesting Fernando Mendoza development from inside Raiders camp
Fernando Mendoza earned his first reps as an NFL quarterback last week during the opening game of the Las Vegas Raiders’ preseason. The first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft has not been named as the starting quarterback for the Raiders ahead of their opening game against the Miami Dolphins.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Raiders Defense Must Answer Its Run Game Problems Against the Texans
The Raiders defense was shredded in the first preseason game by the Arizona offense. Tonight offers a chance to make amends and show progress. Not much went right for the Raiders against the Cardinals, as Las Vegas surrendered 27 points in the first half and never got a defensive stop.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 20
Raiders' Fernando Mendoza began learning Klint Kubiak's offense earlier than thought
Throughout 2026, numerous stories have detailed how Mendoza has impressed people within the Raiders with his work ethic and his understanding of the offense run by Kubiak.
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.
Brock Bowers News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 20
Raiders TE Bowers Looks To Stake Claim As League’s Best
The Las Vegas Raiders had no shortage of issues last season. However, the injury that tight end Brock Bowers suffered during the first game set the tone for how the rest of the 2025 season would go.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 20
Tom Brady’s Fox job helped fuel Klint Kubiak’s Raiders hire, Florio says
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio thinks Tom Brady’s broadcast job doubled as a job interview, and the Las Vegas Raiders were the ones hiring. Florio is raising questions about how Brady’s TV gig factored into Klint Kubiak becoming the Raiders’ head coach.
Fernando Mendoza News / The Raider Ramble / August 19
The most important thing Fernando Mendoza did Tuesday happened after the INT
Fernando Mendoza’s interception against Houston barely matters. His calm, detailed explanation of the mistake offers Las Vegas Raiders fans a far more intriguing glimpse at the prized rookie quarterback’s development.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 19
How Louis Riddick sees Raiders QB room playing out amid Fernando Mendoza hype
While Mendoza showed some bright spots in Las Vegas' preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals by going 10-of-16 for 97 yards and a touchdown, that does not entirely mean he is the best-case scenario to begin the season for the Raiders under center.
Nakobe Dean News / The Raider Ramble / August 19
Nakobe Dean offers a telling assessment of Raiders’ joint practice vs. Texans
Nakobe Dean didn’t sugarcoat the Las Vegas Raiders’ joint practice with Houston. His blunt “it was alright” assessment said plenty without saying much at all.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
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.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 18
Raiders' Kirk Cousins shares blunt admission, wish about Fernando Mendoza situation
For a piece published on Tuesday, Cousins spoke with Jeff Howe of The Athletic about serving as a bridge option for the team that made Mendoza the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.
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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