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NFL owners to vote on Las Vegas Raiders succession plan for Mark Davis
Since Las Vegas Raiders majority owner Mark Davis—who inherited the franchise from his father, Al Davis—doesn’t have any children, there have been some questions about who will take over when Mark passes or decides to sell the team. According to ESPN’s Seth Wickersham and Don Van Natta Jr., an answer could be coming soon. “NFL […]
What does free-agent signing Nakobe Dean bring to Las Vegas Raiders?
The Las Vegas Raiders needed a lot of help at linebacker heading into free agency, leading the front office to add former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean to the roster. Dean has battled injuries throughout his career, missing 21 regular-season games over four years and all but one postseason contest during the Eagles’ 2024 Super […]
How Las Vegas Raiders 3-4 Shift Redefines Defensive Line
The Las Vegas Raiders, and new defensive coordinator, Rob Leonard are switching to a 3-4 system. If you’re wondering the role in which certain players will have for that system, an excellent breakdown is here by our own Ray Aspuria. The Raiders added to their defensive line with signing Kwity Paye, and retaining Malcolm Koonce […]
Raiders free agent 2026: 5 things about Tyler Linderbaum
The Las Vegas Raiders signed Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum last week. Let’s get to know him: Historic contract: Future NFL interior offensive lineman will bow to Linderbaum. He signed a three-year, $81 million deal that has little to no fat in it. He is being paid $27 million a year. Linderbaum set the center […]
Submit your Las Vegas Raiders free agency and NFL draft mailbag questions!
It’s quiet, too quiet. Then again, that’s not always a bad thing when it comes to the Las Vegas Raiders, and they made enough noise last week to last for a while. With free agency calming down, we now have a better idea of what the Raiders’ roster will look like heading into next season […]
What Raiders remaining in-house free agents should they re-sign?
NFL free agency is almost two weeks in and the Las Vegas Raiders have added several free agents, but they also have some in-house free agents still to deal with: Re-signed with Raiders: Cornerback Eric Stokes, pass-rusher Malcolm Koonce. Departed Raiders in free agency: Quarterback Kenny Pickett (Panthers), Stone Forsythe (Panthers), defensive back Lonnie Johnson […]
A major Maxx Crosby factor
Maxx Crosby wasn’t supposed to be with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026. So, the Raiders planned their Crosby-less rebuild by spending big in free agency, adding several starters. They looked improved. Then, the craziness happen and Crosby was back in the team’s plans and he is expected to remain with the Raiders this season. […]
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Kirk Cousins, Joe Flacco fit veteran QB mold for Raiders
Here we are in mid-March and the Las Vegas Raiders — rightfully so — aren’t disclosing their 2026 NFL Draft plans. Not without the yearly event taking place at the tail end of April. The Silver & Black own the No. 1 overall selection in this year’s event and, as you can imagine, during his […]
Post Free Agency Las Vegas Raiders Mock Draft
The Raiders put in work during free agency, adding talent to revamp their linebacker core and add more impact players to the receiver room, defensive line, and also helped to retain cornerback Eric Stokes. The Raiders will continue to address their roster with veterans this off-season in adding depth to the roster but the biggest […]
Will Raiders draft a offensive lineman early?
The Las Vegas Raiders went into the offseason needing, at least, one new starting offensive line. They attacked it in a big way on the first day of the legal-tampering period by signing Baltimore Ravens standout center Tyler Linderbaum. But they still have some needs to address on the line, potentially even after signing potential […]
Do Raiders need another veteran WR?
There was a lot of speculation that the Las Vegas Raiders would attempt to add a No.1 wide receiver this offseason. It makes sense the need is there. But so far, the Raiders have not gotten close to adding a top impact player at the position. So far, Las Vegas has added Jalen Nailor and […]
What to expect in Year 1 with Fernando Mendoza
Expectations are high for the las Vegas Raiders as they are likely to take Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall draft pick next month. The Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback ahs a chance to kick start a much-needed revival in Las Vegas. However, if history is any indication, fans may temper their immediate expectations […]
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Raiders sign offensive lineman who may compete to start
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to work through the second phase of NFL free agency as they have signed offensive lineman Spencer Burford. Burford may compete for a starting guard spot with second-year player Caleb Rogers or he can provide depth. Burford, 25, was a fourth round draft pick (No. 134 overall pick) of the […]
Why did Green Bay Packers move on from Las Vegas Raiders’ free-agent signing Quay Walker?
One of the Las Vegas Raiders’ biggest moves of free agency was signing former Green Bay Packer linebacker Quay Walker. To get to know Walker better and give Raider Nation an idea of what he brings to Las Vegas, Silver and Black Pride reached out to our friends at Acme Packing Company, and Justis Mosqueda […]
Raiders free agency 2026: 5 things about Nakobe Dean
The Las Vegas Raiders signed linebacker Nakobe Dean last week. Let’s get to know him better: He’s a winner: Dean won a National Championship at Georgia in the 2021 season. Then, he won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2024 season. Between the Bulldogs and the Eagles, Dean has gone a lot […]
Raiders fans would rather have Daniel Carlson than Matt Gay
Most Las Vegas Raiders fans are very pleased with what he team has accomplished in free agency. Yet, there was a move that didn’t make much people in the fan base pleased — the signing of kicker Matt Gay. That meant means the end of the eight-season run for the Raiders with Daniel Carlson as […]
Raiders Reacts Survey: Have the Raiders improved 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. With free agency entering its second week, most fans have turned back to the draft. While […]
Nakobe Dean brings special talent to Las Vegas
The Las Vegas Raiders expect a lot from free-agent addition, linebacker Nakobe Dean. That’s why they gave him a three-year, $36 million deal with $20 million guaranteed. When healthy, Dean is a rock-solid starting quarterback. But he also can bring some nice pass-rush juice. According to a X post by Next Gen Stats, the former […]
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Who competes with Taron Johnson for slot CB role?
Since the start of free agency, it’s clear the Las Vegas Raiders are attempting to get better under rookie head coach Klint Kubiak. General manager John Spytek was a smooth operator this past Monday landing impact free agents on both offense — center Tyler Linderbaum the prized catch — and on defense — Las Vegas […]
Jordan Meredith potential to rebound in 2026
The Jordan Raiders issued offensive lineman Jordan Meredith a right of first refusal RFA tender early last week, and the 28 year old is set to return to Las Vegas in 2026 after a rough 2025 season. Meredith, a former UDFA from Western Kentucky has been with the team since 2022 where Las Vegas signed […]
AFC West mock draft
Let’s look at an AFC West mock first-round pick: Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. Take the layup and start the rebuild. 9. Kansas City Chiefs LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane 22. Los Angeles Chargers Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeill-Warren Another player from a strong safety class heads to the division. 29. Kansas City Chiefs Clemson tackle Blake Miller […]
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