Raiders prepare for joint practice with Texans in Houston today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are set for a joint practice against the Houston Texans on August 18. Players including Adam Butler and Isaiah Pola-Mao anticipate a high-intensity session, viewing it as an opportunity to better their skills against different schemes. Head coach Klint Kubiak emphasized maintaining their practice standards while ramping up intensity. This practice is seen as a significant test for the Raiders, who face a Texans team expected to contend for the playoffs this season.
- •Raiders and Texans joint practice occurs today in Houston.
- •Adam Butler and Isaiah Pola-Mao expect a chaotic practice atmosphere.
- •Klint Kubiak aims to increase intensity while maintaining standards.
- •The practice is a critical evaluation opportunity for both teams.
- •Raiders' preseason game against Texans scheduled for Thursday.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Players gear up for joint practice against Houston Texans
"Adam Butler and Isaiah Pola-Mao are ready for “mayhem” in Houston
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