Overview
- The Las Vegas Raiders and Houston Texans meet for a joint practice in Houston on Tuesday that players and coaches described as “mayhem” because of higher intensity and close competition.
- Coaches say the workout will give starting units more controlled, repeatable reps than a preseason game and help staff see specific techniques and matchups up close.
- Houston’s defensive front and ballhawking secondary are being treated as a measuring stick, with edge rushers Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. and playmaking DBs expected to pressure Raiders quarterbacks and test the offensive line.
- Raiders coach Klint Kubiak flagged run defense as a key area for improvement after last week’s preseason loss, and the team will use Tuesday’s work to address gaps against a top-tier front.
- Starters are expected to also play in Thursday’s preseason game at Reliant Stadium and performance this week could directly influence depth charts and who survives the Aug. 30 roster cutdown.