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Remembering some names of Raiders’ past

We had some fun tis week in our Tuesday Community Question. We asked our community memebrs to simply name a random Raider’s player of the past. We got several great responses, representing former Raiders’ players from all eras. It was a great trip down memory lane. Thanks for playing along. Here are some of your […]

Could Kayshon Boutte trade make sense?

Thee has been speculation that the Las Vegas Raiders could add another wide receiver for weeks. There are a few veterans still available in free agency who could potentially fit the Raiders, there is another potential fit who could be available. Sports Illustrated recently reported that the New England Patriots could trade receiver Kayshon Boutte […]

Recent Raiders’ coach remembered unfondly

When the topic is the worst head coach in the history of the Las Vegas Raiders’ franchise, let’s face it, there’s many candidates. For all the good leadership this franchise has had (Tom Flores and John Madden are Pro Football Hall of Famers), there were some rough coaching regimes (especially in recent memory). NFL analyst […]

Friday open thread

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Where Malcolm Koonce fits in Raiders’ 3-4 defensive front

Another offseason. Another one-year prove-it-type deal. But earning $11 million in 2025 and slated to pocket another $11 million if he plays in all 17 games again, the contract and coin are quite fine for Malcolm Koonce. The Las Vegas Raiders third-round pick in 2021, the 27-year-0ld edge rusher showed the burst and explosion towards […]

Raiders OTAs: Quarterbacks put in work in front of GOAT

Las Vegas Raiders’ part owner Tom Brady reportedly attended Thursday’s OTA session. He reportedly kept a close eye on the offense and the all-time greatest quarterback saw the Raiders’ quarterbacks put in good work in the practice. As expected, veteran Kirk Cousins remained the No. 1 quarterback this week. As was the case last week, […]

Submit your Las Vegas Raiders mailbag questions!

I hope everyone is prepping for the dog days of summer, because we are steadily approaching that point of the year! The Las Vegas Raiders are in the midst of OTAs, and mandatory minicamp is around the corner, giving the 2026 NFL draft class and the entire roster some time to get familiar with each […]

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Could Raiders make a trade for Josh Sweat?

As we sit in the slow period of the offseason, interesting names pop up from time to time. These are players who could be made available for one reason or another as we prepare for training camp to start. One of these instances occurred this week when NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reported that the Arizona […]

This is a cool thing in Raider Nation

The fans that make up the Raid Nation are a special, unique group this is another example of it. Raiders’ fan Josh Caminite of Les Vegas, whp goes by the moniker of “Vegas Raider Dad” runs a charity that helps kids attend their first Raiders’ game at Allegiant Stadium. The event is every August during […]

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Thursday open thread

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Easiest stretches on Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 schedule

Now that the Las Vegas Raiders officially have their 2026 schedule set, it’s time to start circling which games should be wins for the Silver and Black. To be honest, there aren’t many stretches or even back-to-back games where the Raiders have favorable matchups. Playing two of the best divisions in the NFL, the AFC […]

When is the best time to play Fernando Mendoza?

The topic of when the Las Vegas Raiders will start rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza has been a topic long before the team even drafted him. Both Raiders’ head coach Klint Kubiak and general manager John Spytek have said, in an ideal world, rookie quarterbacks would be given time to be groomed before playing. Thus, it […]

Raiders schedule 2026: Fans mixed

The Las Vegas Raiders 2026 schedule was relelased recently. To recap, here is their schedule: Week 1, Sept. 13 Miami Dolphins, 1:25 p.m., FOX Week 2, Sept. 20 at Los Angeles Chargers, 1:05 p.m., CBS Week 3, Sept 27 at New Orleans Saints, 1:25 p.m., CBS Week 4, Oct. 4 Kansas City Chiefs, 1;25 p.m., […]

Maxx Crosby is a Broncos’ killer

When the Baltimore Ravens nixed the Maxx Crosby trade four days after agreeing to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders in March, there was likely a collective groan in the state of Colorado. You see, Crosby has absolutely tormented the Denver Broncos and their quarterbacks this decade. And now he gets to continue to do […]

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Wednesday open thread

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Las Vegas Raiders 2023 Rookies Standing for 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders had a rather underwhelming draft class in 2023, when reflecting on it heading into their fourth seasons. EDGE Tyree Wilson amassed just 12 sacks, 91 tackles, and 17 TFL in 50 games. Michael Mayer was quickly placed as a second TE after drafting franchise cornerstone Brock Bowers in the first round […]

Raiders 2027 free-agent class is pretty meager

For the second year in the row, it appears that the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2027 free-agent class will be less than impressive. Thus, there aren’t many perspective high-priority pending free agents. Of course, things can change if a player has a huge 2026 season. But, for now, there doesn’t appear to be many pressing contracts […]

Raiders roster 2026: What if Malik Benson is good as a rookie?

There is a lot of excitement about Las Vegas Raiders’ sixth-round pick, wide receiver Malik Benson. He has big speed and many scouts believe the Oregon product is ready to make an impact in the NFL. So, what if Benson truly is ready? The Raiders will likely keep five or six wide receivers on the […]

Can Brock Bowers win Offensive Player of the Year?

New Las Vegas Raiders’ coach Klint Kubiak was excited about coaching Brock Bowers when he first got his new gig. However, after seeing the third-year superstar tight end work on the practice field in OTA, Kubiak can’t contain his excitement about Bowers. Last week, Kubiak set the internet on fire when gushed about Bowers. Kubiak […]

Name a random former Raider

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The Year 2 bar for Raiders offensive tackle Charles Grant

On athletic profile alone, Charles Grant is an ideal schematic for for Rick Dennison’s Las Vegas Raiders offensive line. The wide-zone system that the crafty veteran offensive line coach is installing in the desert requires agile, light-footed, and horizontally mobile linemen. Grant, the Silver & Black’s third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft (99th overall) […]

Las Vegas Raiders 2023 Draft Class: Re-Sign or Walk?

The Raiders 2023 rookie draft class will play potentially their final season for the Las Vegas Raiders this coming year, and after selected 7 rookies the roster currently only holds three in Tre Tucker (3rd round), Michael Mayer (2nd round), and Aidan O’Connell (4th round) though O’Connell’s roster spot is not a guarantee this season. […]