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Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered a sprained ankle during weekend practice; coach Klint Kubiak said he is "on the mend" with no details on the injury, and Jeanty did not practice on Tuesday. If the team places him on injured reserve at roster cuts, he could return after four weeks.
The Raiders plan to develop first-overall pick Fernando Mendoza behind veteran Kirk Cousins, giving him time to learn the NFL and adjust to speed, with the possibility of an earlier-than-expected start if the season falters and coach Klint Kubiak keeps competition alive.
Raiders coach Klint Kubiak won't name a Week 1 starting quarterback yet, stressing Mendoza still needs reps despite a mixed preseason showing, while Kirk Cousins did not play and Las Vegas prepares for its final preseason game against San Francisco.
Raiders coach Klint Kubiak refused to name his starting quarterback after Fernando Mendoza struggled in the preseason, with Kirk Cousins working with the first-string offense in camp and considered the likely starter, though the decision won’t be announced until after further work ahead of Week 1 against the Dolphins.
Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said he plans to map out a plan to give Fernando Mendoza more first-team reps after Mendoza went 10-of-16 for 97 yards and a TD in his preseason debut. With Kirk Cousins still the presumed starter, Kubiak indicated all three quarterbacks—Mendoza, Aidan O'Connell, and Cousins—deserve first-team reps and they’ll split reps as they prepare. Mendoza impressed with poise reading defenses and moving the pocket, and Las Vegas will practice in Houston next week ahead of their next game.
In the Raiders' preseason, Kirk Cousins connected for a TD on five of six attempts and is seen by coach Klint Kubiak as having the job to lose for Week 1; rookie Fernando Mendoza showed flashes but still has development work to do, and while the organization envisions Mendoza as a future franchise QB, he’s unlikely to start in Week 1.
Las Vegas plans to play starters in the preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals, giving rookie Fernando Mendoza a meaningful extended look behind Kirk Cousins as the Raiders distribute snaps across the first-, second-, and third-team units; Mendoza, listed behind Cousins on the depth chart, has shown potential in a recent scrimmage by throwing three TD passes, and this game will help gauge how close he is to starting while managing the veteran’s workload.
The Las Vegas Raiders plan to play their starters in Thursday's preseason matchup with the Arizona Cardinals, with a defined snap plan to evaluate the roster; rookie Fernando Mendoza is expected to get ample reps.
Raiders owner Mark Davis says Kirk Cousins looks like a pro and supports the team’s three-quarterback plan that includes rookie Fernando Mendoza and veteran Aidan O’Connell, after a practice incident that led to suspensions for Cousins and Maxx Crosby; Davis remains cautiously optimistic about the season, acknowledging past coaching hires but believing this year could be a turning point for Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak disciplined Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins after a Friday training-camp scuffle, with both players held out of Saturday’s practice as punishment. He emphasized clear camp expectations and indicated they’ll return for the next session, noting Crosby’s intense on-field demeanor and Cousins’ veteran leadership amid questions about their futures and past injuries.
Rashid Shaheed is set for a bigger role in Seattle with a full offseason, aided by OC Brian Fleury’s install and system continuity from Klint Kubiak; Breer hints at a Deebo Samuel-esque gadget role and a path to easing Cooper Kupp’s workload. The defense retains veteran stability while young players like Byron Murphy II and Drake Thomas could push for bigger roles. The secondary faces questions after Coby Bryant and Riq Woolen departed, with Bud Clark and Julian Neal in the mix to compete for spots. Injury watch includes Zach Charbonnet’s Week 1 readiness and the returns of Jadarian Price and Nick Emmanwori, shaping early-season roles for the Seahawks.
A longtime Raiders insider cited by JT the Brick praises Klint Kubiak for an ultra-detailed, track-meet-style practice approach, suggesting a potential culture shift and more efficient sessions than past coaches. The chatter includes comparisons to Josh McDaniels and questions whether the new method will translate into sustained success, but supporters emphasize Kubiak’s communicative leadership and preparation.
Raiders coach Klint Kubiak says Kirk Cousins has been playing really good football in the offseason and is healthy enough to be the starter, pointing to his strong late-season stretch in Atlanta (62.6% completions, 876 yards, 7 TDs, 2 INTs, plus a rushing TD) as a sign of things to come.
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak is setting a direct, no-nonsense tone during OTAs, emphasizing daily conditioning, evaluation, and earning the team’s shield ahead of training camp; players describe the approach as straightforward and businesslike.
The Raiders are easing rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza into the offense, with coach Klint Kubiak saying Mendoza has lived up to expectations—working hard, asking insightful questions, and showing improvement—as the team navigates the QB competition with Kirk Cousins and others.