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Having started 74 of the 75 career games he’s played over the course of five seasons in the league and inking a rich three-year $48 million contract in free agency, one can safely assume Kwity Paye looms large in the Las Vegas Raiders’ plans this coming season. The 27-year-old Michigan product was one of big-ticket […]
When Fernando Mendoza was asked about his biggest learning during his transition from college football to the NFL, the Las Vegas Raiders‘ quarterback emphasized that he can now focus entirely on football, considering there’s no school. At the same time, however, Indiana’s first-ever Heisman winner also admitted the growing pains he had to endure during […] The post Fernando Mendoza Vows Not to Be a “Repeat Offender” After Admitting “Growing Pains” at Raiders appeared first on EssentiallySpor...
Raiders No. 1 Pick Experiencing Growing Pains in First NFL OTAs The Raiders have... The post Insider Describes Fernando Mendoza Growing Pains against Raiders’ 1st-Team Defense: “Wasn’t as Clean” appeared first on Raiders Beat .
The Las Vegas Raiders didn’t address their wide receiver room the way most fans hoped this offseason. No big free […]
The Raiders are expected to go into the 2026 season with Kirk Cousins at... The post Raiders Host Shares 2 Observations that Stood Out about Kirk Cousins during OTAs appeared first on Raiders Beat .
The Las Vegas Raiders spent money this offseason in free agency on the defensive side of the ball to improve a lacking group. In addition to keeping star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby, the Raiders added free-agent linebackers, Quay Walker and Nakobe Dean ad pass-rusher Kwity Paye among other players to bolster their defense. The result means […]
Maxx Crosby had an interesting offseason heading into his eighth year in the NFL. Back in March, the Baltimore Ravens gave up two first-round picks to the Raiders in a trade for the defensive end.
The Las Vegas Raiders have an exciting 2026 NFL season incoming as they hope to rebuild once again after a forgettable 3-14 mark to end last year’s regular season. With minicamp and organized team activities (OTAs) wrapping up, important decisions will have to be made on several fronts in cutting down the roster from their […] The post 2 Raiders in danger of getting cut after 2026 minicamp appeared first on ClutchPoints .
This roster isn’t build off who would give the Raiders the best possible roster on the field, but specifically on a year to year basis. For example, while Davante Adams isn’t the best Raiders receiver of all time, his 2022 season certainly is among the best, if not the best, in Raiders history. Additionally, no […]
With the Las Vegas Raiders getting ready for the 2026 season, one storyline that fans are watching surrounds defensive star Maxx Crosby and his trade status, especially after the failed deal with the Baltimore Ravens earlier in the year. As Crosby hopes to be fully ready by Raiders training camp after an offseason knee surgery, […] The post Raiders rumors: Insider drops truth bomb on ‘enormous’ Maxx Crosby trade reality appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Fernando Mendoza’s relationship with Tom Brady is growing.
Understandably, the focus of the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 rookie draft class is on No. 1 overall pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza and when he may take over as the starter. However, there are also other members of the Raiders’ draft class who have a chance to play a lot this season and start a lot […]
With the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders found the future of their franchise in quarterback Fernando Mendoza. However, Mendoza won’t be able to lead the Raiders back to playoff contention on his own. Las Vegas will need everyone on the roster to be successful, including punter AJ Cole. […] The post Raiders All-Pro issues ‘Superman’ advice to Fernando Mendoza appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Las Vegas Raiders are heading into their true offseason with a month and a half break before training camp. One of the key stories for camp season is the battle at quarterback. Kirk Cousins and Mendoza could be in a battle for the number one spot, but that decision could already be made. On […]
Fernando Mendoza on life as the Raiders' No. 1 pick, Tom Brady lessons, LinkedIn, and branding off the field.
Kirk Cousins signed his two-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders knowing what he was getting into. He will be replaced by the team’s franchise quarterback-in-the-making, Fernando Mendoza. However, that does not mean the veteran is just going to be a stand-in. Cousins is not going to hold himself back as he competes with Mendoza, […] The post Raiders Want Kirk Cousins To Do Everything Possible To Prevent Fernando Mendoza From Taking the Field – Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost Connor Heyward to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency, and with the Raiders, Heyward is moving to a more traditional fullback role. Appearing on Movin’ The Chains on SiriusXM NFL Radio earlier this week, Heyward discussed his transition after primarily playing tight end with the Steelers. “I feel like the […]
As Las Vegas Raiders fans are excited about rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, taken with the No. 1 overall pick, this insider is implying that people should temper their high expectations. With the Raiders challenging Mendoza this offseason, as he’s seen as the face of the franchise, the expectations should be consistent with the fact that […] The post Raiders insider makes rookie confession about Fernando Mendoza appeared first on ClutchPoints .
At 6-foot-4 and 263 pounds, Brennan Jackson offers prototypical length and size as an outside rush linebacker. And it’s those measurements that project towards a versatile stand-up or hands-in-the-dirt defender depending on the alignment or package. Thus far, though, Jackson’s NFL career has been anything but prototypical. A fifth-round pick (154th overall) by the Los […]
The Patriots' Eli Raridon is a solid developmental tight end. But the Patriots need quality help at the postion now. The Raiders' Mike Mayer would be a terrific No. 2 tight end, ready to step in when Hunter Henry leaves. He's a great trade option now.
Fernando Mendoza watched the 2026 NFL Draft from his home in Miami. He skipped the trip to Pittsburgh because he’d have to go to Vegas anyway, and the trip would take a toll on his mother. The Las Vegas Raiders’ future franchise quarterback is applying the same logic to his bank account as well. Mendoza […] The post Fernando Mendoza Called “Presumptuous” for Walking Away From Six-Figure Endorsements by FOX Analyst appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Las Vegas Raiders community received terrible news Saturday Night. One of their former players, Aldon Smith, passed away at the age of 36. Former Raiders general manager took a chance on a young Aldon Smith in 2015 to join him with Khalil Mack. Smith was a former All-Pro edge rusher who recorded 19.5 sacks […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are back at mandatory mini-camp, and fans are excited to hear about football. Klint Kubiak and his coaching staff are looking to put their imprint on the franchise and take it to the next level. Of course, the main position missing from the Raiders is quarterback. They drafted Fernando Mendoza and […]
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is just two TD passes away from joining the exclusive 300 club.
The Las Vegas Raiders significantly revamped their defense this past March, making a big move by signing linebacker Nakobe Dean to a three-year contract worth $36 million, which includes $20 million fully guaranteed. Dean is expected to lead the new defensive unit alongside fellow addition Quay Walker. However, his status raised concerns when he missed […] The post Raiders’ Klint Kubiak sidesteps Nakobe Dean injury question appeared first on ClutchPoints .