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Can Fernando Mendoza end this trend?
We all expect the Las Vegas Raiders to use the No. 1 overall draft pick next month on Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. The hope is the Heisman Trophy winner can finally give the Silver and Black some stability and be the long-term answer at the most important position on the field. There is no reason […]
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Raiders 2026 roster: How wide receiver stack up
The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free-agent wide receiver Jalen Nailor of the Minnesota Vikings. Let’s take a look where the position stand as free agency starts.: New free agent added: Nailor, Dareke Young. Free agent who departed: None. Free agent who returned: None. Current free agents: Alex Bachman, Tyler Lockett. Traded for: None. Released: […]
Las Vegas Raiders sign fullback Connor Heyward in free agency
The Las Vegas Raiders have made another move in free agency, signing former Pittsburgh Steelers fullback Connor Heyward, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The contract is reportedly for two years and a max value of $5.5 million, with $2 million fully guaranteed. New head coach Klint Kubiak is known for having a fullback in […]
What makes Las Vegas Raiders free agent signing Tyler Linderbaum a great fit in Klint Kubiak’s offense?
The Las Vegas Raiders made a big splash during free agency, adding one of the best players available to the roster by signing former Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum to a record-setting contract. Not only is Linderbaum considered a top free agent in the 2026 class, but he’s also regarded as one of the top […]
Running back options are drying up in free agency
The Las Vegas Raiders have been extremely active in free agency (on the first day) as they signed six free agents. They, however, still have some work to do to fil some holes. With the salary cap going to be tighter with the unexpected return of star defensive end Maxx Crosby, the Raiders may have […]
John Spytek boosts Las Vegas Raiders’ running game, defense in free agency
Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek was busy during the early stages of NFL free agency, opening up the checkbook for a handful of players on the open market during the league’s first day of the legal tampering period. Granted, Spytek’s plan got thrown for a wrench with the Baltimore Ravens backing out of […]
How do you feel about how Maxx Crosby trade ended up?
After a wild, long saga, it’s looking like there is clarity over the future of star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby and he will remain with the Las Vegas Raiders. Wednesday night, Crosby took to social media to state he is “a Raider.” While anything is still possible, it is a strong indication the player and the […]
Submit your Las Vegas Raiders free agency, NFL draft mailbag questions!
What a week for the Las Vegas Raiders. First, Maxx Crosby gets traded to the Baltimore Ravens, then John Spytek makes a few big signings during the early stages of free agency, and, all of a sudden, the Ravens are backing out of the Crosby trade. It feels like it’s impossible for the Raiders to […]
Raiders must avoid this trend
The Las Vegas Raiders have kicked off the 2026 offseason by spending in free agency and it will continue. We will see how these deals work out, but the franchise most hope they have better success with high-ticket acquisitions than they did the past two offseason. In fact, the signings have been historically bad. According […]
Thursday open thread
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Maxx Crosby indicates return to Las Vegas Raiders
With the Baltimore Ravens pulling out of their trade with the Las Vegas Raiders for defensive end Maxx Crosby, there have been plenty of questions about what this means for Crosby’s future, particularly if he’ll be on the Raiders’ roster this season. To help ease concerns, the Pro Bowl pass-rusher made the post below on […]
What does free agent linebacker Quay Walker bring to Las Vegas Raiders?
The Las Vegas Raiders’ roster had a massive need at linebacker heading into 2026 NFL free agency, leading general manager John Spytek to sign Quay Walker from the Green Bay Packers to a three-year, $40.5 million contract. The 6-foot-4, 241-pound backer has always had impressive physical traits, running a 4.52-second 40-yard dash, 6.89 three-cone and […]
Raiders will have a change at guard
As, expected, the Las Vegas Raiders will have a new starting guard in 2026. Free agent Dylan Parham has reportedly agreed to terms with the New York Jets on a two-year, $20 million contract. While Parham could have returned to Las Vegas, it’s not a surprise both sides are mutually parting ways. Parham, a third-round […]
If Maxx Crosby stays, what does it mean moving forward?
As the dust settles from the stunning cancellation of the the Las Vegas Raiders trade of star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens for two first-round picks, there have been some reports that he may stay with the Raiders. NFL Media said Crosby, who was back in the Raiders’ facility Wednesday to resume his […]
Las Vegas Raiders GM John Spytek doesn’t bargain shop
John Spytek wasn’t shopping at Ross or Goodwill this go-around. The Las Vegas Raiders general manager is steering the Silver & Black ship out of the storm and into better waters after a tumultuous 2025 campaign that saw the team finish 3-14 overall and securing the first overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft in […]
Raiders Reacts Survey: Will the Raiders fix the OL in free agency
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders stay in the news this offseason, with the first overall pick and […]
Report: Maxx Crosby’s ‘focus’ in on playing for Raiders
Wednesday morning, hours after the stunning Maxx Crosby trade being called off with the Baltimore Ravens, there were several reports about the situation and expect more. While this still a developing story, NFL Media reported that Crosby is back in Las Vegas after failing his physical with the Ravens due to a recent knee injury. […]
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Maxx Crosby trade off: What’s next for Raiders?
In one of the craziest NFL offseason stories in memory, the Las Vegas Raiders trade of superstar pass-rusher Maxx Crosby is off with the Baltimore Ravens. It was supposed to official Wednesday afternoon. Let’s look at what it means:To answer that question, who the hell knows what it means? But this is for certain in […]
Maxx Crosby trade is off
In an all-time stunning NFL story, the Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade, the Las Vegas Raiders announced. The Athletic reported that Crosby did not pass his physical with the Ravens on Tuesday. He had a knee surgery after the season, but, by all accounts, his was making progress and would […]
What does Taron Johnson bring to Las Vegas Raiders?
The Las Vegas Raiders got ahead of NFL free agency, agreeing to a trade with the Buffalo Bills for cornerback Taron Johnson before he hit the open market. Johnson was scheduled to be released, but the Raiders clearly wanted him on the roster and didn’t take any chances. From a needs perspective, it makes sense […]
What are Raiders remaining needs?
The Las Vegas Raiders went absolutely bonkers on Monday, the first day teams could agree to terms with free agents from other teams. Armed with the most salary-cap rom in the NFL, the Raiders used their muscle as they committed nearly $290 million in contracts, The agreed to terms to free agents Baltimore center Tyler […]
Raiders trade Geno Smith
The Las Vegas Raiders ended up getting a little something for Geno Smith as they agreed to trade him to the New York Jets. The Jets will get Smith and a seventh-round pick and the Raiders will get a sixth-round pick. It’s the same trade the Raiders worked with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night […]
Would you rather Raiders have Daniel Carlson or Matt Gay?
One of the moves the Las Vegas Raiders have made in free agency so far that hasn’t been universally loved by the fan base was the signing of kicker Matt Gay. That, of course, it very likely means the end of the eight-season run for the Raiders with Daniel Carlson as their kicker. Gay been […]
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