Raiders Suspend Cousins and Crosby After Practice Altercation

Kirk Cousins, the quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, and defensive end Maxx Crosby were suspended from team drills on Saturday after an altercation during practice the previous day.

The incident occurred when Cousins became frustrated after Crosby tipped a pass, leading to a confrontation that required teammates to intervene. This suspension provided rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, with his initial chance to lead the starting offense.

Head coach Klint Kubiak emphasized the team's expectations for practice conduct and confirmed that the situation was addressed with the team. The Raiders are looking to improve after a challenging 3-14 season and are entering their first season under Kubiak's leadership.