Cousins and Crosby sit out Raiders training camp sessions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby missed team sessions during the Raiders' training camp on August 6, 2026, due to an incident on Friday. Their absence allowed quarterback Fernando Mendoza to take first-team reps, during which he performed well, throwing three touchdowns and completing five passes in the two-minute drill. Other players, such as Quay Walker and Malik Benson, also stood out in practice, while the offensive line showed improvement in the run game. The ongoing competition for the starting quarterback role intensifies as Mendoza demonstrates potential leadership.
- •Cousins and Crosby held out of practice due to an incident.
- •Mendoza had his best day in camp, throwing three touchdowns.
- •Quay Walker excelled against the run but struggled in coverage.
- •Malik Benson worked with the first team during the two-minute drill.
- •DJ Glaze and Trey Zuhn are competing for the tackle spot.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders training camp: Cousins and Crosby sit out of team sessions
"The las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza great day was overshadowed by the news of Crosby and Cousins.
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