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American football coaching legend Al Davis said it best: "Just win, baby." That's it. That's all I want new Inter Miami manager Kily González to do in his Las Garzas' coaching debut tonight: Just win.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / August 26

A New England Patriots fan's biased review of every NFL team's Disney mascot

The NFL and Disney have a lot in common. They’re both ubiquitous American institutions with a century of history and generations of fans, each is seemingly more popular than ever, and they also are overflowing with mascots they put on all sorts of merchandise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / July 27

Raiders trading for Vita Vea would feel more like Al Davis than John Spytek

The Las Vegas Raiders need help at nose tackle, but does a trade for Vita Vea align with John Spytek’s vision or reflect an old-school Al Davis gamble?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / May 15

Egon Durban’s Raiders Stake To Increase

Earlier this spring, the NFL’s owners voted on an ownership succession plan for the Raiders. Mark Davis is still the franchise’s controlling owner, but the share held by Egon Durban is set to increase.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 26

Jerry Jones Ignored Strong Al Davis Advice In NFL Draft But Hit Home Run For Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2026 NFL Draft with two first-round picks and were not afraid to use them to their advantage to navigate Round 1, coming away with two impact players who immediately upgrade the defense at areas of need.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Football Analysis / April 3

Raiders’ $11.1B ‘Succession Plan’ Gives Wall Street Titan First Right To Buy Entire Franchise

Mark Davis stood at a podium in Phoenix on March 31, 2026, and told reporters that his franchise’s succession plan meant “Nothing. Absolutely everything runs exactly the way it’s been.” Thirty-two NFL owners had just voted on the future of his family’s team.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 1

Mark Davis: No Plans to Sell

PHOENIX — The future of the Las Vegas Raiders ownership is now officially in place. NFL owners on Tuesday approved a succession plan that gives Egon Durban the option to eventually purchase a controlling stake in the franchise from current owner Mark Davis, according to commissioner Roger Goodell.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20

Raiders succession plan heads to NFL owners vote

NFL owners will vote on a succession plan for the Las Vegas Raiders at their annual league meeting in Phoenix starting March 29. Approved by the finance committee, the plan allows Silver Lake co-CEO Egon Durban to purchase a majority stake from Mark Davis or his heirs if they sell the franchise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 20

NFL, Mark Davis Set to Decide on Raiders’ Future

The Raiders are one of the most iconic franchises in the world. And when it comes to the Raiders in the States, they are the most well-known franchise in the history of the National Football League.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 2

Jon Gruden Explains What Raiders' Al Davis Was All About

The Raiders organization has a great history of players, coaches, games, and many more moments. That was all possible because of one great man. The late, great Raiders owner Al Davis had a vision to make the Raiders the greatest organization, and he did just that.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / December 26

First John Madden movie trailer gives new look at Nicolas Cage as NFL icon

The first teaser for David O. Russell‘s John Madden biopic movie has now released, and fans are stunned by Nicolas Cage’s new look. The upcoming biopic features a star-studded cast, including an unrecognizable Nicolas Cage.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

Raiders Family Heartbroken After Loss of George Atkinson

Shortly after the passing of Carol Davis, the widow of the great Al Davis and mother of Mark Davis, the Las Vegas Raiders organization suffered another loss: George Atkinson, a player who played a significant role in one of the best and most historic eras of Raiders football.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26

Raiders owner Carol Davis has died at age 93

Carol Davis, part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and wife of Al Davis, died this week, the organization announced Sunday. The Raiders announced in a statement that Davis, dubbed the “First Lady of Raider Nation,” died Friday.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / October 24

ESPN analyst compares Texans offseason approach to Al Davis' Raiders

The first third of the 2025 season has been a disappointment for the Houston Texans, who entered the year with hopes and expectations of winning a third consecutive AFC South division title.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / September 13, 2025

Raiders announce lighters of Al Davis torch on Monday

The Al Davis Memorial Torch at Allegiant Stadium will be lit by a special group of guests before Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers. On Thursday, it was announced on the Raiders’ official team website that the Summerlin South Little League baseball team will light the torch prior to kickoff.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 27, 2025

Former All-Pro Reflects on Raiders, Al Davis

The Raiders are one of the most storied franchises in all of sports. That is the case due to the many years of hard work by the late, great Al Davis. It is impossible to tell the history of the National Football League without mentioning Davis and his accomplishments.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17, 2025

Tom Brady was looking like Al Davis at Raiders game

Tom Brady is carrying on the Al Davis legacy nicely. Brady showed up to the Las Vegas Raiders’ preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday wearing tinted horn-rimmed glasses, as well as a retro white Raiders jacket.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / June 19, 2025

Mizzou Football Expected to Hire New Assistant Coach: The Buzz

After the departure of defensive line coach Al Davis in the 2025 off-season, the Missouri Tigers had to begin the search for another coach to take on some of the responsibilities that Davis left behind.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / June 9, 2025

Christian Bale looks unreal as Al Davis in new movie photos

Christian Bale is set to play a starring role in an upcoming movie about the life of John Madden, and he looks absolutely incredible in character. Bale, who won an Academy Award for his role in “The Fighter,” will be playing the role of late former Raiders owner Al Davis.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / May 16, 2025

Mizzou Defensive Line Coach Resigns From Position

Missouri Tigers defensive line coach Al Davis is resigning from his position, according to his social media and a Mizzou Athletics release. Davis cited family matters as the reason for his resignation.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 13, 2025

A Raiders Draft Pick That Al Davis Would’ve Been Proud Of

New Las Vegas Raiders wideout Dont’e Thornton really would’ve been a pick that Al Davis would’ve been proud of—did Las Vegas get a steal? When the Raiders grabbed Tennessee wide receiver Dont’e Thornton in the fourth round of the NFL Draft, it felt like a classic Davis move—blazing speed, big play potential, and all the upside in the world.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 1, 2025

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll just got his right-hand man back from Seattle

One former colleague, Carroll's "right-hand man," to be exact, is now with the Raiders.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 9, 2024

How Legendary Raiders Owner Al Davis Hired Raiders His Staff

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 13, 2024

Visionary or Villian, EPIC Tribute to Raiders Al Davis

I have often called Al Davis an NFL Icon and an American Icon, and the evidence is undeniable. His impact on professional sports has changed every professional sports league worldwide, and his impact on the National Football League will never wane.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / June 15, 2023

Las Vegas Raiders Hall of Shame: Worst breakup and more

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6, 2022

Raiders DE Maxx Crosby could miss 'MNF' due to birth of child

Just wait, baby! Raiders DE Maxx Crosby could miss 'MNF' because of his special delivery

Legendary Raiders owner Al Davis had a famous catchphrase: "Just win, baby!" Now the Raiders are saying, 'please come, baby,' because star defensive end Maxx Crosby is anticipating the birth of his first-born child.

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