Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins, Maxx Crosby get into scuffle in tense training camp moment

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins and star defender Maxx Crosby got into a heated exchange during practice on Friday. (This video contains AI-assisted content)

It doesn’t matter the time of year or the opponent; Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby knows how to get under people’s skin.

During the Raiders’ practice on Friday in Henderson, Nevada, Crosby drew the ire of Kirk Cousins.

Crosby hit Cousins’ arm twice during a team period, and after the second time, the usually mild-mannered quarterback was fed up. He charged after the star defender, grabbing his jersey and exchanging words. The two were quickly separated after teammates jumped in.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins warms up during practice at the team's NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Cousins remained on the field to finish the drive with the first-team offense while Crosby was sent to the sideline.

Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said scuffles like that are part of training camp.

"Those are two leaders of our team going at it, so that is part of camp," Kubiak said. "Obviously, if you fight in a game and throw a punch in game, then you're out of the game. So we've got to be smart and treat it like a game."

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Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby warms up during practice at the team's NFL football training camp on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/Ian Maule)

Raiders tight end Michael Mayer praised Cousins for having an edge, but doesn’t want his starting quarterback throwing punches either.

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