Kirk Cousins showcases speed in Raiders practice after sluggish footage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:16 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins responded to concerns about his performance at training camp with full-speed sprints during practice on August 2. After footage surfaced showing him looking sluggish, Cousins high-fived teammates and sprinted, reaffirming his commitment ahead of the upcoming preseason. Coach Klint Kubiak confirmed that Cousins remains the starting quarterback, emphasizing his solid practice performances. First-round pick Fernando Mendoza poses a competitive challenge for the starting role, having achieved notable success in college football.
- •Kirk Cousins responded to criticism with fast sprints in practice.
- •Cousins remains the starting quarterback according to Coach Kubiak.
- •First preseason game is scheduled for August 13 against Arizona.
- •Cousins aims for his first Super Bowl trophy in 15th season.
- •Fernando Mendoza is a strong competitor as the top draft pick.
- 6:16 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders' Kirk Cousins responds to sluggish footage with full-speed sprints at Sunday's practice
"Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is leaving nothing to chance, while the agile Fernando Mendoza is holding his ground at camp, fired up to display his abilities.
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