Raiders QB Kirk Cousins and pass rusher Maxx Crosby clash during practice
Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby got into a brief scuffle late in a Raiders practice, after Cousins was upset by a tipped pass.
In a Raiders practice held in Henderson, Nevada, quarterback Kirk Cousins and star pass rusher Maxx Crosby briefly fought after Crosby tipped Cousins' pass, leading to an incompletion. The confrontation escalated when Cousins charged the larger defensive end, prompting teammates to break them apart. Cousins remained on the field to complete the drive, whereas Crosby was removed to the sideline.
Head coach Klint Kubiak said the incident reflects the competitive nature of camp and warned that physical altercations during games would lead to ejection. Tight end Michael Mayer explained that minor scuffles are common on padded days and highlighted Cousins' willingness to stand up for his teammates. The episode underscores the intensity of the Raiders' training camp as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Why it matters
It shows the heated competition within the Raiders as they shape their roster for the season.
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