Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby Debate Animal Fight Matchups
The Raiders teammates discuss hypothetical combat scenarios in a new video released by the team.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
Las Vegas Raiders teammates Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby recently moved past their training camp tension to debate which animals they could beat in a fight. The lighthearted discussion was featured in a new video released by the Raiders organization.
Why it matters
The exchange marks a shift in the relationship between the two key Raiders players, who were separated by teammates and coaches during a practice altercation earlier this season.
The debate comes 78 days after the players were involved in a training camp altercation where Crosby hit Cousins twice. The two players have been with the Raiders since 2019 and 2026, respectively.
The players
Kirk Cousins
Quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders who joined the team in April 2026.
Maxx Crosby
Defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who was selected by the team in the 2019 NFL Draft.
The details
In the video, the pair discussed various animal matchups, with Cousins claiming he could defeat a panda and a sloth while noting he would be evenly matched against a koala. Crosby countered that he could beat an ostrich and a kangaroo, a match that Cousins conceded he would lose. The conversation highlights the current team culture following their high-profile confrontation in August.
Timeline
April 27, 2019: Maxx Crosby was selected in the NFL Draft.
April 2, 2026: Kirk Cousins joined the Raiders.
August 2026: Crosby and Cousins had an altercation at practice.
October 23, 2026: Crosby and Cousins debated fighting animals in a video.
Beyond the Strip
The lighthearted video serves as a point of departure from the intense training camp altercation that took place in August 2026. It reflects a trend of teams using digital media to highlight restored chemistry between high-profile teammates following internal friction.
Fans can view the full debate on the official Raiders Instagram account. The video offers a look at the current team atmosphere as the season progresses through the fall.
The takeaway
The video suggests the team is prioritizing chemistry as they move forward from their summer practice conflicts. Fans can follow the Raiders' social media channels for more behind-the-scenes content.
Further reading
For more on the team's ongoing season and player updates, visit our Football section.
