Kirk Cousins’ response to a second hard tackle from pass rusher Maxx Crosby during Friday’s training camp practice clearly indicated that he was not pleased.
Event Context
During Friday’s live 11-on-11 practice, Cousins was struck on the arm for the second time. This prompted a heated reaction, where he shouted, shoved, and grabbed Crosby’s jersey, reminiscent of the fiery moments from his 15-year career and just a few days after his 38th birthday.
Player Focus
During practice, players abruptly halted an exchange, marking the second confrontation of the session. The earlier incident involved a shoving match between right guard Caleb Rogers and defensive lineman Jonah Laulu, which escalated when Laulu threw a punch, leading to the cessation of activities.
Team Analysis
During training camp, heated disagreements between two of the team’s veteran leaders were not uncommon. Raiders’ first-year head coach Klint Kubiak and his coaching staff had previously addressed defensive end Maxx Crosby regarding his aggressive approach, particularly his tendency to make contact with the quarterback’s arm and head during their release.
‘It’s clear that those two are influential figures on our team,’ Kubiak remarked. ‘It’s important to remember that any fighting during a game results in an expulsion, so we need to act wisely.’
Coaches have advised Crosby to tone down his intensity as he prepares to return to the Raiders after undergoing knee surgery. This comes after the team traded the five-time Pro Bowl selection to the Ravens, who later released him due to medical concerns during his physical.
Crosby expressed his commitment during camp, stating that he operates at one speed and is focused on ‘finishing the play.’
Match Outlook
“I have a whole book of rules to adhere to, and if I don’t, there will be consequences,” said Crosby. “I train with intensity and understand that I often test the boundaries, occasionally crossing them.”
Cousins is projected to start the season as the top quarterback, unless first overall selection Fernando Mendoza impresses during training camp and preseason.
Source: Field Level Media
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