The 49ers focus shifts to the Raiders as the team navigates roster moves and player updates. Defensive end DeForest Buckner celebrates a bittersweet return to San Francisco, while the franchise adds WR KhaDarel Hodge to the practice squad after his brief 2026 stint. Rookie DE Zhaun Stribling is spotted walking in the locker room, signaling progress in his leg recovery. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, now represented by Drew Rosenhaus, remains on the reserve/did‑not‑report list. Meanwhile, QB‑hungry clubs, notably the Ravens, weigh trade options like Will Mac Jones, Tyson Bagent, and Jacoby Brissett as the 49ers gear up for the next clash.
After a 38-33 comeback win over the New York Jets in Week 8, Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins continues his post‑victory In‑N‑Out tradition, this time joined by rookie Fernando Mendoza, tight end Brock Bowers and over a dozen teammates. Cousins threw three TD passes and rushed for a score, bringing his season total to 19 TDs, just behind Joe Burrow’s 20. The victory snaps Las Vegas’ four‑game skid and returns the Raiders to .500 ahead of tough matchups with the 49ers, Seahawks and Broncos.
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Mike Francesa erupts on the New York Jets after their 38-33 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, dropping the team to 2-6. On his podcast, Francesa slams coach Aaron Glenn for praising “excellent things” despite a back‑to‑back defeat, calling the coach’s comments “remedial reading” and mocking his focus on timeouts and deferments. Other media figures, including Mike Greenberg and Mike Tomlin, have also criticized Glenn’s game management. Francesa’s tirade highlights growing fan frustration as the Jets slump under Glenn’s tenure, a trend that hasn’t seen a winning record since 2015.
The Green Bay Packers added former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Cam Miller to their practice squad on Monday, according to ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler. Miller, a 2022 sixth‑round pick (215th overall) who never saw regular‑season action for the Raiders and was briefly with the Dolphins, joins coach Matt LaFleur, starter Jordan Love and the rest of the roster. The move comes as Green Bay, now 5‑3 after a Thursday Night Football win over the Carolina Panthers, remains fourth in the NFC North. Packers have not moved running back Josh Jacobs despite trade chatter.
The Las Vegas Raiders' win over the New York Jets in Week 8 complicates John Spytek's decisions at the trade deadline.
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The Green Bay Packers add former Las Vegas Raiders sixth‑round pick Cam Miller (2025, #215) to their practice squad, filling one of two open spots without cutting another player. Miller, a North Dakota State standout with two FCS titles, previously spent time on the Raiders’ and Miami Dolphins’ practice squads and even drew interest from the Vikings. He joins existing practice‑squad quarterback Kedon Slovis, putting Slovis’s role in question. Miller’s career stats include 9,720 passing yards and a modest 6.08 RAS score. The move expands a practice roster that still has one spot open across all positions.
In Week 8 the Las Vegas Raiders snapped a four‑game skid with a 27‑19 loss to the Packers, but running back Josh Jacobs drew the most attention. Despite a modest 21‑carry, 39‑yard effort, he scored two touchdowns and celebrated by mimicking a handcuff release, sparking backlash after his recent removal from the commissioner’s exempt list and multiple domestic‑violence allegations. Jacobs claimed the gesture honored the gospel song “Break Every Chain.” The post also notes K’Lavon Chaisson’s 4 tackles, a sack and roughing‑the‑passer penalties in the Commanders’ 27‑10 win, and Gardner Minshew’s surprise 17‑of‑23, 188‑yard, three‑TD performance that led the Cardinals to a 33‑30 overtime victory.
The Green Bay Packers add 24‑year‑old quarterback Cam Miller to their practice squad, NFLTradeRumors.co reports. Miller, a 2025 sixth‑round pick of the Las Vegas Raiders, spent last season on the Raiders’ practice squad before a brief stint with Miami, where he was waived this preseason. At North Dakota State he logged 67 games, completing 69% for 9,721 yards, 81 TDs and 19 INTs, plus 2,277 rushing yards and 48 rushing TDs. The move follows a September workout with Green Bay.
In Week 8’s 31‑24 win over the New York Jets, rookie right guard Trey Zuhn III earned his first NFL start and impressed head coach Klint Kubiak, who praised Zuhn’s calmness and preparation. Zuhn logged three impact plays – tied for third among Raiders linemen and just two behind center Tyler Linderbaum – suggesting he could stick around as a starter. The Raiders also broke a four‑game rushing slump, posting 95 yards on the ground, and quarterback Kirk Cousins was sacked only once. Kubiak added updates on running‑back splits, cornerback injuries, and depth‑chart rotations as the team looks ahead to a showdown with the 49ers.
After a 19-15 loss to the Lions, the Vikings’ quarterback woes have reignited trade talk. Kyler Murray, hampered by a lingering hamstring and a 64.9% completion rate (1,022 yards, 5 TDs, 3 INTs), faces criticism from analysts and a frustrated Justin Jefferson. Experts from Chris Simms to ESPN suggest a possible trade for Kirk Cousins, who is under a bargain deal with the Raiders and posting 63.6% completions for 2,124 yards, 19 TDs, and 5 INTs. With playoff hopes on the line, Minnesota must address the QB position quickly or risk an early exit.
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Kirk Cousins quiets Raiders’ quarterback‑change chatter by engineering a 38‑33 comeback win over the New York Jets in Week 8. The veteran threw for 247 yards, completing 19 of 26 passes and delivering all four Raiders touchdowns—including a rushing score and his signature “Wellness Celebration.” Cousins’ 73.1% completion rate and zero turnovers earn him at least two more starts as Las Vegas fights for a wild‑card spot. Meanwhile, rookie tight end Brock Bowers posts the week’s highest PFF receiving grade (92.2) with 92 yards and two scores, while the Raiders’ run defense remains a liability despite the victory.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Rob Leonard is nearing the end of his hope after his first "F" showing against the New York Jets in Week 8.
The Minnesota Vikings, despite leading the NFC North at 6‑1, suffer a 19‑15 loss and see quarterback Kyler Murray limp with a hamstring injury ahead of Week 9 vs. Buffalo. With the offense now ranked 27th in points, analysts urge a trade for a proven 29‑year‑old QB. Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk specifically recommends targeting the Indianapolis Colts’ Daniel Jones, arguing he would boost the Vikings more than a running‑back upgrade. He also suggests exploring Kirk Cousins from the Raiders or Justin Herbert from the Chargers if Jones isn’t available. The piece outlines why a quarterback swap could be vital for a Super Bowl push.
Adam Schechter told the Pat McAfee Show that the Las Vegas Raiders aren’t entertaining any trade talks because the team is in playoff contention. While Maxx Crosby and veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins have sparked rumors, Schechter says the Raiders are committed to Cousins, who is under a $20 million deal for 2026 after a recent release from the Falcons. Cousins has started eight games this season, posting a 63.6% completion rate, 2,124 yards, 19 touchdowns and five interceptions, and the franchise plans to keep him while they chase a postseason run.
Las Vegas Raiders fans just have to marvel at what Klint Kubiak has done with the offense during the 2026 NFL season with such little talent and so many issues.
The New York Jets, stuck under first‑time coach Aaron Glenn after losses to the Raiders and winless Dolphins, may fire him this offseason. The article weighs three coaching prospects: former Bills boss Sean McDermott, whose 98‑50 record and five straight AFC East titles could bring stability; Baltimore Ravens’ offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, a rising play‑caller with a modern offensive mind; and Pittsburgh Steelers legend Mike Tomlin, who has never posted a losing season in 19 years. Each candidate offers a different path to reviving a franchise that hasn’t seen playoff success since Rex Ryan’s 2009‑10 runs.
Las Vegas Raiders RB/RS Dylan Laube made an ironclad case for a Pro Bowl nod, and potentially more, in the Week 8 win over the New York Jets.
The Las Vegas Raiders erased a 23‑14 halftime deficit to beat the New York Jets 38‑33 at MetLife Stadium, snapping a four‑game losing streak and moving to 4‑4. After a sluggish first half and a 95‑yard kickoff return by Dylan Laube, the Raiders surged in the second half, scoring 24 unanswered points. Kirk Cousins threw three TDs for 297 yards, while tight end Brock Bowers hauled in a one‑handed TD and a two‑yard score. The defense forced a late interception by Jeremy Chinn to seal the win. The comeback highlighted the team's new resilience under coach Klint Kubiak.
Seattle’s 2026 offensive line overhaul continues as the Seahawks trade promising O‑linemen for star talent. After a dominant ground game that topped 150 yards at Lumen and a strong return from injury by Anthony Bradford, the team added Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to solidify the run. Yet the push for perfection forced the loss of Bryce Cabeldue to the Raiders and veteran guard Christian Haynes, who now dons a Dolphins jersey. Former players like Matt Hasselbeck and Ray Roberts weigh in, praising Nelson’s impact and questioning the fit of the departed linemen. With upcoming matchups against the 49ers and Rams, Seattle aims to turn “good” into “great.”
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The New York Jets’ 38‑33 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Nov. 1 highlighted a fundamentally weak defense and missed opportunities on offense. While the offense managed a season‑high 33 points, four red‑zone field goals and three stalled drives cost them a potential 19 points. Rookie pass‑rusher David Bailey’s inconsistent play exposed a pass rush built around a single, inexperienced player, and the unit repeatedly struggled to contain Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. Special teams, once league‑best, regressed with a kickoff return touchdown allowed. The article argues that despite modest talent upgrades, the Jets lack the depth and coaching quality to cover their defensive and execution flaws, making every mistake costly.
The 2026 New York Jets are 2-6, a record that will always frustrate an NFL fanbase and generate criticism from the media. But for this particular Jets team, it’s not just about the record, but the way they have arrived to it. New York keeps losing games in the same fashion: They play competitively behind ...
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