A confrontation between Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby and quarterback Kirk Cousins took place during a training camp practice on Friday. The incident occurred when Crosby hit Cousins on the arm for the second time, prompting a fiery response from the quarterback.

Cousins, who is expected to start the season as the team’s number one quarterback, reacted with shouting and a shove, grabbing Crosby’s jersey in the process. The exchange was quickly interrupted by other players.

This was not the only conflict during the practice, as a prior shoving match between right guard Caleb Rogers and defensive lineman Jonah Laulu had already occurred. Laulu threw a punch, prompting the action to stop.

First-year Raiders coach Klint Kubiak stated that Crosby and Cousins are two leaders on the team and that fighting in a game can result in ejection. Kubiak emphasized the need for the players to be smart and avoid such incidents.

Crosby, who is returning to the Raiders’ lineup after knee surgery and an offseason trade to the Ravens, has been asked by coaches to adjust his intensity. Crosby acknowledged that he practices at one speed and is focused on finishing the play.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.