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TOM BRADY’S MAXX CROSBY PRAISE HAS RAIDERS FANS TALKING — 3 REASONS THE LEGEND’S TAKE MAKES SO MUCH SENSE
For years, Maxx Crosby has been one of those players Raiders fans knew was special long before everyone else started talking about him. Against the Chargers, that reputation became impossible to ignore again. Las Vegas walked away with a 26–14 divisional victory, improving to 2–0 for the first time since 2021, while Crosby helped create the kind of defensive pressure that changed the rhythm of the game.
But here is where things get interesting.
Crosby’s official stat line did not tell the entire story. In fact, he finished with only one tackle and one quarterback hit. Yet Chargers right tackle Joe Alt was penalized four times, with Crosby’s presence playing a role in each flag.
That is exactly why the Brady-style praise is generating so much attention.
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“GIVE ME THE OPPORTUNITY, AND I’LL SHOW YOU WHY I BELONG HERE.” — FERNANDO MENDOZA’S MESSAGE HAS RAIDERS FANS TALKING
Fernando Mendoza was not drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders to simply stand on the sideline and watch somebody else define the future. The rookie arrived in Vegas carrying enormous expectations after an impressive college career, but he also entered a quarterback room where experience already mattered. Kirk Cousins brought years of NFL knowledge. Mendoza brought something different: youth, confidence and the opportunity to become part of the next chapter. That combination has created an intriguing storyline for Raiders fans. Mendoza does not need the job handed to him. He needs enough opportunities to prove what he can do with it. And if he gets those chances, the question may quickly shift from “When will Mendoza play?” to something much more uncomfortable for the Raiders: “How can they keep him off the field?”
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Klint Kubiak Just Joined an Exclusive Raiders Club After Stunning Week 2 Win
Two games into the Klint Kubiak era, the Las Vegas Raiders have already done something the franchise hasn't seen in five years — and their new head coach has quietly placed his name alongside three of the most notable coaches in Raiders history. Las Vegas followed its Week 1 victory over Miami with a 26–14 road win over the Los Angeles Chargers, moving to 2–0 for the first time since 2021. But the score is only part of the story.
With that victory, Kubiak became just the fourth non-interim head coach in Raiders history to win each of his first two games with the franchise, joining Al Davis, John Madden and Bill Callahan. For a team coming off a three-win season, the transformation has been impossible to ignore. But could this fast start be the beginning of something much bigger in Las Vegas?
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Fernando Mendoza’s Viral Yawn Wasn’t Boredom — His Past Comments Tell a Very Different Story
Fernando Mendoza was sitting on the Las Vegas Raiders sideline, watching the action unfold, when one tiny moment suddenly became a massive talking point.
He yawned.
That was it.
A seven-second clip showing the rookie quarterback yawning during the Raiders’ Week 2 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers quickly exploded across social media, collecting more than 4.5 million views across CBS Sports’ social platforms. For some fans, the image seemed to tell an obvious story: the No. 1 overall pick was stuck watching from the sideline and perhaps getting bored while Kirk Cousins handled quarterback duties.
But there was a problem with that interpretation.
Mendoza had already explained exactly why he sometimes yawns on game day.
And once you hear what the Raiders rookie previously said, that viral clip suddenly looks very different.
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Fernando Mendoza turns his mother's battle into a mission greater than football.
Behind this promising quarterback lies a deeply personal story involving his mother, Elsa, who lives with multiple sclerosis. Rather than keeping that struggle private, Mendoza chose to transform his family's experience into something far more significant.
He established the Mendoza Family Fund in partnership with the National MS Society, committing substantial resources to support research into the disease.
And the drive behind this initiative has only intensified as Mendoza’s football career has soared.
Before Fernando Mendoza became a top draft prospect or one of the most talked-about young quarterbacks, there was someone far more important than the draft, the spotlight, or the expectations: his mother, Elsa. Her battle with multiple sclerosis shaped Mendoza in ways that statistics never could. His commitment to his mother goes far beyond simply writing a check—and the figures behind this new mission demonstrate his absolute dedication.
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Kirk Cousins Took the Hits — Then Delivered the Dimes, and Klint Kubiak Knows Exactly Why He Trusts No. 8Kirk Cousins is proving that experience can still make a difference when the pressure gets real. Despite taking heavy punishment against the Los Angeles Chargers, the veteran quarterback continued attacking downfield and finished with 253 passing yards and three touchdowns in Las Vegas' 26-14 victory. More importantly, head coach Klint Kubiak isn't just impressed with Cousins' arm — he's praising the veteran's command, preparation and leadership.
There was a moment when it looked like the Chargers might make Kirk Cousins regret every decision that brought him to Las Vegas. The Raiders quarterback was taking hits, facing pressure and operating behind an offensive line that had trouble consistently keeping defenders away. Yet somehow, the veteran kept getting back up — and then throwing the kind of passes that made everyone watching take notice. By the time the afternoon ended, Cousins had delivered three touchdown passes for the second consecutive game and helped the Raiders move to 2-0 for the first time since 2021.
But the numbers only tell part of the story.
What happened between those throws may explain why Kubiak trusts his veteran quarterback so much.
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Maxx Crosby Finally Got the Moment He Wanted — And the Raiders Star Delivered
Maxx Crosby had been waiting for the kind of fourth-quarter moment where the Raiders could hand him the game and trust him to finish it. Against the Chargers, Las Vegas finally gave its All-Pro defensive star that opportunity — and Crosby helped slam the door in dramatic fashion.
For years, Maxx Crosby has been one of the Raiders’ most relentless players, constantly creating pressure, making plays and demanding everything from himself. But there was one thing he had been waiting for: the chance to be the guy who actually closes the door on a game. That opportunity finally arrived Sunday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. With the Raiders protecting a late lead on the road, Crosby found himself exactly where he wanted to be — attacking the quarterback with the game hanging in the balance. What happened next did not necessarily look spectacular on the stat sheet, but it perfectly captured why Crosby has become so important to Las Vegas.
And there was one late sequence involving Crosby and Chargers tackle Joe Alt that turned an already impressive Raiders victory into something much more personal for their defensive star.
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The Biletnikoff Foundation’s Crab Fest Is Moving to Allegiant Stadium — And This Year Feels Bigger Than Ever
One of Las Vegas’ most anticipated charity events is getting a major upgrade.
The Biletnikoff Foundation’s annual Celebrity Crab Fest Gala is moving to Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, for its 26th edition on October 16, 2026. The move brings a longtime charity tradition into one of the city’s most recognizable sports venues — and it could make this year’s celebration one of the most memorable yet.
Hosted by Raiders legend, Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl XI MVP Fred Biletnikoff and his wife, Angela, the evening will combine food, football history, celebrity appearances and philanthropy in a setting that carries enormous significance for the Raiders community.
But the venue change is only part of the story.
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Kirk Cousins sets a historic record with the Raiders—a feat unseen in 50 years—commanding Mark Davis's full attention.
Kirk Cousins arrived in Las Vegas amidst skepticism regarding his future, his age, and his ability to maintain peak performance while leading an NFL offense. However, just two games into the 2026 season, those doubts have been swiftly overshadowed by a far more significant milestone: history. In the matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, Cousins shone once again with a three-touchdown performance, propelling the Raiders to a 26–14 victory and a 2–0 record. Yet, the most remarkable aspect goes beyond the win itself; Cousins achieved something no Raiders quarterback has accomplished in five decades. Now, as this veteran quarterback completely transforms initial expectations for the team, a larger question arises: Just what kind of massive contract did Mark Davis secure for him?
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Maxx Crosby Has Made His Final NFL Decision — But One Last Dallas Cowboys Question Could Define the Ending
For months, Maxx Crosby’s future has been one of the wildest storylines in the NFL. A blockbuster trade to Baltimore collapsed. The Dallas Cowboys remained connected to his name. Jerry Jones publicly made it clear that Dallas had been interested.
And Crosby himself eventually delivered the message many Raiders fans wanted to hear: “I’m a Raider. I’m back.” Yet even after Crosby appeared to close the door on the trade drama, one question refuses to disappear. What if the Dallas Cowboys had one more opportunity to change everything? With the 2026 season already underway, Crosby’s decision appears settled—but the history between the star pass rusher, Las Vegas and Dallas leaves one final chapter that could become impossible to ignore.
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