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Kirk Cousins expresses frustration during joint practice with Texans

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Kirk Cousins expresses frustration during joint practice with Texans

Summary

Kirk Cousins, quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, shared his frustrations following a joint practice with the Houston Texans on August 18. Cousins admitted to becoming 'upset' after an elbow hit during drills, emphasizing his concern over avoiding injuries. He noted his previous struggles with durability, leading to missed games. Despite the frustrations, Cousins praised the Texans' defense for their performance, highlighting the competitive back-and-forth nature of the practice. Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak echoed the sentiment, acknowledging the challenges posed by the Texans' aggressive defense.

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•Cousins admitted to being upset after an elbow hit during practice.
•He expressed concerns about injuries impacting his playing ability.
•Cousins praised the Texans' disruptive defense after the session.
•Head coach Klint Kubiak acknowledged the challenge presented by the Texans.

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3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Kirk Cousins Admits Getting ‘Upset’ Against Texans Amid Raiders HC’s Comments

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