Raiders vs. Cardinals: Preseason Kickoff Details and Player Watch
The Las Vegas Raiders will face the Arizona Cardinals in their first preseason game on Thursday, August 13. Key players, including starting quarterbacks, are expected to see playing time as teams evaluate their rosters.
Key takeaways
- The Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals will play their first preseason game on Thursday, August 13.
- Starting quarterbacks Kirk Cousins (Raiders) and Jacoby Brissett (Cardinals) are expected to play.
- Rookie quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza (Raiders) and Jeremiyah Love (Cardinals) will also see playing time.
- The game will be broadcast on FOX5 Las Vegas, with multiple radio options available.
What Happened
The Las Vegas Raiders are set to begin their preseason action against the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday, August 13. The game will be broadcast on FOX5 Las Vegas, with Jason Horowitz and Rich Gannon on play-by-play and analysis. Radio broadcasts will be available on KOMP 92.3 FM and KRLV "Raider Nation Radio 920 AM," with Westwood One providing Spanish radio coverage.
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed that starters will play, including quarterback Kirk Cousins, who will be the first QB on the field. Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is also expected to get significant playing time to gain experience. Coach Kubiak indicated Mendoza has shown impressive preparation throughout training camp and has adjusted well to on-field challenges.
The Arizona Cardinals also plan to play their starters, including quarterback Jacoby Brissett and top draft pick Jeremiyah Love, for one to two drives. Other players who did not participate in the Hall of Fame game will also see action. The playing time for rookie quarterback Carson Beck and veteran Gardner Minshew II is yet to be determined.
Key Facts
- The Las Vegas Raiders will play the Arizona Cardinals in their first preseason game on Thursday, August 13.
- Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. PT.
- The game will be televised on FOX5 Las Vegas.
- Raiders' starting quarterback Kirk Cousins is expected to play.
- Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is slated to receive substantial playing time for the Raiders.
- Arizona Cardinals' starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett and top draft pick Jeremiyah Love are expected to play for the Cardinals.
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