Raiders coach suspends Cousins and Crosby following training camp altercation
Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby will miss Saturday’s session after a physical incident on Friday, with both players scheduled to return on Monday.
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has suspended quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby from Saturday’s training camp practice. The disciplinary action follows a physical altercation between the two players on Friday, which Kubiak attributed to a breach of team conduct and practice protocols.
The incident occurred during a training camp session after Crosby made unauthorised contact with Cousins twice. Kubiak confirmed the suspension to reporters on Saturday, stating that the players had violated clear expectations regarding how the team practices and conducts its business. The decision was reported by ESPN’s Ryan McFadden via social media on August 8, 2026.
Kubiak, who is in his first year as head coach, indicated that the suspension was part of an effort to implement a new team culture. By reprimanding both players rather than allowing the dispute to be resolved privately, the coaching staff aimed to enforce strict adherence to established rules.
Both Cousins and Crosby are scheduled to return to practice on Monday. The suspension comes at a time when team dynamics are under scrutiny, particularly given that Crosby has previously expressed a desire to be traded from the organisation.
While the immediate impact is limited to the missed practice session, the move underscores the coach’s approach to governance and discipline during the early stages of his tenure. The Raiders will now look to integrate the players back into the fold as they continue preparations for the upcoming season.
