Klint Kubiak criticizes Raiders wide receivers after Texans preseason matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak expressed dissatisfaction with his wide receiver group following their preseason game against the Houston Texans on August 20, 2026. Kubiak stated the receivers need to improve significantly before the regular season, as they struggled to capitalize on opportunities. With three weeks remaining until the season opener, leading receivers Shedrick Jackson and Brandon Johnson have only accumulated 55 yards each. Kubiak mentioned the challenge of developing receivers in light of the Texans' strong defense during joint practices. The coaches hope to see improvement in the team's upcoming practices and games.
- •Klint Kubiak is dissatisfied with Raiders wide receivers' performance.
- •Receivers have combined for low receiving yards early in preseason.
- •Raiders face defensive challenges from the Texans during practices.
- •Kubiak emphasizes the need for accountability within the wide receiver group.
- •Raiders have three weeks to improve before the season opener.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak calls out Raiders’ underperforming wide receivers
"Malik Benson and the Raiders wide receivers were unable to convert opportunities against the Houston Texans defense.
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