Raiders prepare for preseason opener against Cardinals on Thursday
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders will face the Arizona Cardinals in their preseason opener on Thursday. After extensive training camp preparation, head coach Klint Kubiak expressed eagerness for live game action. Several rookies, including first overall pick Fernando Mendoza, aim to prove their capabilities. The coaching staff plans to provide game reps to the first unit, but specifics on playing time remain unclear. Recent practices indicated positive performances from both starters and depth players.
- •Raiders training camp included weeks of preparation before the opener.
- •Klint Kubiak anticipates game day experiences for both rookies and veterans.
- •Rookies like Malik Benson and Hezekiah Masses are under pressure to showcase talent.
- •Raiders practice revealed strong contributions from running backs and defensive players.
- •Thursday's game is a significant evaluation point for the team's new roster.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders get opportunity to prove their mettle in preseason opener against Cardinals
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders expressing excitement as preseason opener arrives
"LAS VEGAS—After weeks of watching film, getting reps throughout training camp and making general preparations, the Las Vegas Raiders will finally get the opportunity to put all of that practice time into something tangible.
"Even if only for preseason, the Las Vegas Raiders are back on the gridiron.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 6:43 PMRaiders get opportunity to prove their mettle in preseason opener against Cardinals
Even if only for preseason, the Las Vegas Raiders are back on the gridiron.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 4:12 AMRaiders expressing excitement as preseason opener arrives
LAS VEGAS—After weeks of watching film, getting reps throughout training camp and making general preparations, the Las Vegas Raiders will finally get the opportunity to put all of that practice time into something tangible.
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