Raiders suspend Cousins, Crosby after practice fight; rookie Mendoza shines in preseason debut

Raiders.com • 16 Aug 19:41

The Raiders' training camp practice featured strong contributions from fullback Connor Heyward, progress from rookie quarterback Malik Benson and quarterback Zachary (Zach) Azzanni, and notable defensive plays despite missed turnovers.

Raiders Wire • 14 Aug 23:28

In the Raiders' preseason opener, several first-year players and newcomers struggled defensively and offensively, prompting questions about their future roles.

NBC Sports • 14 Aug 18:53

Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said the team will develop a plan to allocate first-team repetitions among quarterbacks Kirk Cousins, Aidan O’Connell and Fernando Mendoza after Mendoza’s solid preseason debut.

Raiders.com • 14 Aug 17:01

Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown in his first preseason appearance, while Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said the rookie needs more reps.

NFL.com • 14 Aug 12:45

Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown in his preseason debut, earning praise from Raiders coach Klint Kubiak despite the 27-14 defeat.

The New York Times • 14 Aug 12:00

Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for a touchdown in the Raiders' 27-14 preseason loss, earning praise from coach Klint Kubiak while the rookie emphasized the need to improve.

Fox News • 14 Aug 10:44

Fernando Mendoza threw a touchdown and posted a 100.3 passer rating in his preseason debut for the Las Vegas Raiders, but head coach Klint Kubiak said veteran Kirk Cousins remains the team's starting quarterback.

NBC Sports • 14 Aug 08:06

Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins will likely start the season, while rookie Fernando Mendoza remains a developmental prospect.

CBS Sports • 14 Aug 05:58

No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza connected on a 6-yard touchdown pass in his preseason debut as the Las Vegas Raiders fell 27-14 to the Arizona Cardinals.

ESPN • 14 Aug 05:17

Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown in four drives as the Raiders fell 27-14 to the Cardinals, prompting positive remarks from coach Klint Kubiak.

Raiders.com • 14 Aug 04:10

The Raiders were defeated 27-14 by the Arizona Cardinals, but rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza and several first-year players displayed notable performances.

Bleacher Report • 14 Aug 03:21

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza and running back Jeremiyah Love made their preseason debuts as the Cardinals beat the Raiders 27-14, with Mendoza throwing a touchdown pass and Love recording a rushing first down.

ESPN • 11 Aug 21:09

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza will receive significant reps in the team's preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals.

AP News • 08 Aug 19:00

Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were barred from Saturday drills following a fight in practice, giving rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza his first chance to lead the offense.

FOX Sports • 08 Aug 17:53

Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were barred from team drills following a fight during practice, allowing rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza his first run of the offense.

NBC Sports • 08 Aug 17:51

Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were held out of Saturday's practice following a fight during Friday's session, with both expected to return Monday.

NFL.com • 07 Aug 19:08

Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were involved in a brief altercation at a Las Vegas Raiders practice, prompting teammates to intervene and coaches to comment on the incident.

NBC Sports • 07 Aug 18:17

Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said a confrontation between quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby during practice was normal camp behavior and not a cause for concern.

AP News • 07 Aug 18:15

Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were involved in a brief altercation at a Las Vegas Raiders practice, prompting teammates to intervene and coaches to comment on the incident.