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Maxx Crosby returns to Raiders practice, quarterbacks on notice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:52 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Maxx Crosby returns to Raiders practice, quarterbacks on notice

Summary

Maxx Crosby participated in a full-team practice with the Raiders on July 29, marking his first since December after knee surgery. Head coach Klink Kubiak and defensive coordinator Rob Leonard reminded him of the no-contact rules for quarterbacks. Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowler, expressed excitement to return to action and is expected to impact the team's defensive game. His presence also reassures new quarterback Kirk Cousins as the Raiders prepare for the upcoming season. Fernando Mendoza has moved up the quarterback depth chart, now guiding the second unit as the team enters training camp.

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•Crosby practiced for the first time since December.
•He was reminded about protecting quarterbacks during practice.
•Crosby has a history of excelling in pass rushing.
•Mendoza has moved up to the second-string quarterback position.

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11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Red jerseys, few brakes: Maxx Crosby’s return puts Raiders QBs on alert

What they're saying

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Maxx Crosby went through a full-team practice on Wednesday for the first time since December, and everyone on the Raiders seemed keenly aware of that. Las Vegas coach Klink Kubiak and defensive coordinator Rob Leonard let Crosby — who doesn't seem to know any speed other than fast — know that the quarterbacks wear no-contact red for a reason. Crosby said coaches all the way back to his days at Eastern Michigan warned him to leave the QBs alone and that he was regularly kicked out of practices even then.
— Yahoo Sportsby MARK ANDERSON

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