The Las Vegas Raiders kick off the preseason Thursday when they host the Arizona Cardinals at Allegiant Stadium.
Kirk Cousins is expected to get the start at quarterback along with the first-team offense, but coach Klint Kubiak said No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza will see plenty of action.
The game is also Kubiak’s debut as a head coach.
There are several starting spots that appear to be fully up for grabs after a couple weeks of training camp.
The preseason games could provide a glimpse at where those battles stand and provide an opportunity for those in the competition to make a statement.
— Adam Hill
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Raiders vs Cardinals channel, TV schedule
Kickoff: 5 p.m.
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
TV: KVVU-TV (Channel 5) and NFL Network
Streaming: Raiders.com and the Raiders app; NFL Network through participating TV providers
Radio: Raider Nation Radio 920 AM and 93.5 FM
Raiders vs Cardinals odds
Spread: Raiders -3
Over/under: 41½ points
Moneyline: Cardinals (+139), Raiders (-170)
Odds are provided by Caesars sportsbook as of Thursday afternoon.
Raiders, Waymo launch Allegiant Stadium service
The Las Vegas Raiders announced a multiyear partnership naming Waymo their official ride-hailing partner, the team said in a release Thursday.
The collaboration marks the first time a professional football team partners with an autonomous vehicle company, setting the standard for the future door-to-door fan experience.
Fans traveling to Allegiant Stadium with Waymo will have access to a dedicated Waymo pickup and drop-off area and clear wayfinding signage to create a seamless rider experience for all games, concerts and major events.
“We’re proud to partner with the Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium as we continue forming strong and lasting relationships across the Las Vegas community,” said Suzanne Philion, chief marketing officer at Waymo.
— Tony Garcia
Tom Brady’s memorabilia company announces investors
CardVault by Tom Brady, the leading national retailer dedicated to sports cards, trading cards, and authenticated memorabilia, announced its first strategic investor group.
According to a news release, the group includes Silver Lake Co-CEO Egon Durban, a part owner of the Raiders, and UFC President and CEO Dana White.
Others involved are: RedBird Capital founder Gerry Cardinale; Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter; ; Entrata CEO Adam Edmunds; Addition founder Lee Fixel; Raising Cane’s founder and CEO Todd Graves; Co-owner Boston Celtics Wyc Grousbeck; Fenway Sports Group Principal Owner John Henry; Boston Globe Media CEO Linda Henry; New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge; The Kraft Group; Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid; Silver Lake Co-CEO Greg Mondre; Tom Brady manager Ben Rawitz and Creative studio Shadow Lion.
Raiders schedule 2026
Preseason
Week 1, Thursday: vs. Arizona Cardinals, 5 p.m.,
Week 2, Aug. 20: at Houston Texans, 5 p.m.
Week 3, Aug. 27: vs. San Francisco 49ers, 5 p.m.
Regular season
Week 1, Sept. 13: vs. Miami Dolphins, 1:25 p.m., Fox
Week 2, Sept. 20: at Los Angeles Chargers, 1:05 p.m., CBS
Week 3, Sept. 27: at New Orleans Saints, 1:25 p.m., CBS
Week 4, Oct. 4: vs. Kansas City Chiefs, 1:25 p.m., CBS
Week 5, Oct. 11: at New England Patriots, 10 a.m., CBS
Week 6, Oct. 18: vs. Buffalo Bills, 1:25 p.m., CBS
Week 7, Oct. 25: vs. Los Angeles Rams, 1:25 p.m., Fox
Week 8, Nov. 1: at New York Jets, 10 a.m., Fox
Week 9, Nov. 8: at San Francisco 49ers, 1:05 p.m., CBS
Week 10, Nov. 15: vs. Seattle Seahawks, 1:05 p.m., CBS
Week 11, Nov. 22: at Denver Broncos , 1:25 p.m., CBS
Week 12, Nov. 29: at Cleveland Browns, 10 a.m., Fox
Week 13, Dec. 6: Bye
Week 14, Dec. 13: vs. Los Angeles Chargers, 1:05 p.m., CBS
Week 15, Dec. 20: vs. Denver Broncos, 1:25 p.m., CBS
Week 16, Dec. 27: vs. Tennessee Titans, 1:05 p.m., Fox
Week 17, Jan. 3: at Arizona Cardinals, 1:05 p.m., Fox
Week 18 Jan. 9 or Jan. 10: at Kansas City Chiefs, time and network TBD
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