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We are less than three weeks away from the Las Vegas Raiders being on the clock to kick off the 2026 NFL Draft, likely marking the beginning of the Fernando Mendoza era in Las Vegas. But the Raiders’ roster has plenty of other holes to fill, and John Spytek has nine other draft picks (barring […]
Two significant dates for the Las Vegas Raiders were announced at the end of this week, and both are on the same day… The NFL released the offseason workout program schedule for each team on Friday morning, and the Raiders will begin on Tuesday, April 7. “Conicidentally”, as ESPN’s Ryan McFadden pointed out on X/Twitter, […]
With elite Brock Bowers as the starter and Michael Mayer a reliable backup, the Las Vegas Raiders tight end room looks like it’s set and isn’t an area of opportunity. But looks can be deceiving. With Klint Kubiak now the head coach and offensive play caller, bolstering the tight end position further is indeed an […]
Free safety remains one of the biggest weak spots on the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster, hence why the position is widely considered one of the Raiders’ top needs heading into the 2026 NFL draft. The defense struggled to create turnovers last season and currently lacks a true ballhawk to patrol the backend of the secondary. […]
Heading into the 2026 NFL draft, the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster could use a free safety and a long-term solution at nickelback. The Raiders could fill both of those holes with USC defensive back Kamari Ramsey. Between his time with the Trojans and at UCLA, Ramsey was used all over the secondary. He recorded 1,756 […]
The NFL draft is less than three weeks away and all thoughts are centereed squarely on it. The Las Vegas Raiders have plenty of holes still to fill so this week, we dedicated our Tuesday Community Question to a simple question what your biggest Raiders’ draft desire? Here are some of your responses: Bloodylimey Assuming […]
The Las Vegas Raiders may be in the market to add a rookie kicker. They have signed veteran Matt Gay, wo has ties to the staff, to replace Daniel Carlson, who had been with the team since 2018. Still, it wouldn’t be a shock if the Raiders use a late-round draft pick or a prioritize […]
Second-year Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek has been busy this offseason. And the team’s fan base has noticed. They are both impressed and confident in the John Spytek is doing as he tried to rebuild the franchise. In fact, Spytek is one of the most popular general managers in the NFL this offseason […]
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The 2025 Raiders were on pace for one of the worst special teams unit in the NFL, before firing Tom McMahon, where they improved slightly to still bottom 50 in NFL history. The Raiders missed the most tackles in the NFL on special teams, and they also allowed 2 blocked punts. The Raiders hired former […]
The Las Vegas Raiders already have a lead running back on the roster in last year’s first-round pick, Ashton Jeanty. However, the Raiders could use someone to take some of the load off Jeanty’s shoulders, and head coach Klint Kubiak said the club will be looking for a second ball carrier in the backfield this […]
When you’re reading this, either the Free Safety Article has been published by now, or will be coming very soon, the following is an excerpt from the beginning part of that article, feel free to refresh or you can skip right to the main part: Isaiah Pola-Mao struggled in 2025, missing 19.7% of his tackles […]
Especially with the Las Vegas Raiders shifting to a 3-4 base defense, nose tackle is one of the biggest needs on the roster heading into the 2026 NFL draft. The previous coaching staff focused on defensive tackles who are smaller and quicker to shoot gaps in even fronts, leaving new head coach Klint Kubiak and […]
Indiana quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza had his pro day workout on Wednesday, and Mendoza is three weeks away from officially joining the Las Vegas Raiders as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL draft. We’re officially entering crunch time for the draft with just three mailbags to go before the big […]
The Las Vegas Raiders have signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. Here are some thoughts on the signing: Not a surprise: This was the expected outcome since Cousins became a free agent last month. He played for new Raiders’ head coach Klint Kubiak and offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko in Minnesota. They all know each other well […]
Yes, it’s still sinking in that Maxx Crosby is back with the Las Vegas Raiders. Of course, for four days, he was agreed upon to be part of the Baltimore Ravens, but they nixed the trade. Now, Crosby is back with the Raiders and it time to pour over some more of his awesome stats. […]
The Las Vegas Raiders have a new mentor at quarterback and perhaps a Week 1 starter. The Raiders have signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. This was an expected move since Cousins was released by the Atlanta Falcons. His agency announced it Thursday morning. New Las Vegas head coach Klint Kubiak was Cousins’ quarterbacks coach for […]
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Recently I’ve worked on a string of draft prospect prospects that fit the Raiders, breaking down well mainly just the defensive tackles and “X” wide receivers. I’m going to continue this up till the draft starting with safeties, then we’ll work down to receiver, offensive tackle, EDGE rushers, cornerback, linebacker, and tight end in really […]
It felt like just a formality at this point, but expected No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza has crossed another checkpoint ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, completing Indiana’s Pro Day on Wednesday, April 1. Unsurprisingly, the NFL Network cameras caught Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek and head coach Klint Kubiak in the […]
A little less than a week ago, I wrote about the 2026 DT class and broke down some quality fits for the Las Vegas Raiders, and well I got about 20 players done with a lot more still to come. That first article is here in case you missed any. I also broke down what […]
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 are at Indiana’s pro day to watch the future number one pick, […]
John Spytek’s second foray in the NFL Draft is later this month and in this go-around, the Las Vegas Raiders general manager is building a roster for a brand new head coach — Klint Kubiak. With a creative offensive mind as the lead man, Spytek and his personnel department have 10 draft picks heading into […]
We often pass along betting odds when it is relevant to the upcoming Las Vegas Raiders’ season. This one may really be relevant. Of course, EVERYONE is expecting Raiders’ star defensive end Maxx Crosby to have a monster season in 2026 as he will be out to prove he is healthy after the shocking decision […]
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