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Quenton Nelson Should Be the Raiders’ No. 1 Free-Agent Target in 2027

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders don’t need to look very far to identify their biggest offensive problem. The running game isn’t working. With the Silver and Black averaging just 3.0 yards per rushing attempt and ranking 31st among 32 NFL teams, it’s becoming increasingly clear that significant changes are needed along the offensive line.

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Raiders’ Rushing Numbers Reveal a Serious Offensive Problem

The numbers paint a troubling picture for the Las Vegas Raiders. Through the early portion of the 2026 NFL season, the Raiders rank 31st among 32 NFL teams in yards per carry, averaging just 3.0 yards per rushing attempt.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

Biggest Areas of Improvement for Raiders' Long-Term Success

The Las Vegas Raiders are suddenly in danger of falling below .500 after losing three consecutive games. It's a fascinating Week 7 matchup between the Raiders and Los Angeles Rams, as both teams are reeling.

Klint Kubiak News / Athlon Sports / October 23

The Raiders Have a Third Quarter Problem That Klint Kubiak Must Fix

In the midst of a three-game losing streak, the Raiders have an odd problem. They are getting beat up in the third quarter. Over the last two games Buffalo and New England have outscored Las Vegas 24-3.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

How Raiders Can Stop Coming Close, Finally Break Losing Streak

Technically, the reeling Las Vegas Raiders will face the reeling Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. However, only one of the two teams had Super Bowl aspirations entering this season, and it's not Las Vegas.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders Offensive Line Still Not Set Heading into Week 7

After watching Ashton Jeanty get stuffed in the backfield repeatedly, Klint Kubiak decided to make a change along his offensive line. Jackson Powers-Johnson went to the bench and Caleb Rogers slotted in as the starting right guard for the Week 6 matchup with the Bills. It didn’t matter. Jeanty ran for a whopping 22 yards on 10 carries.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

Raiders vs. Rams: 4 Key Matchups To Watch

Something has to give on Sunday afternoon at Allegiant Stadium. Two teams, the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Rams, are trying to stop the bleeding in their respective programs as they collide in a pivotal early-season matchup that could shape each team's path for the rest of the season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders’ Dont’e Thornton in Danger of Missing Entire Season

Prior to the start of the season the Raiders placed wide receiver Dont’e Thornton on injured reserve. However, his season wasn’t over, as he was designated to return.

Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / October 23

‘Unbelievable’ – Tom Brady could not believe what he saw Kirk Cousins do in Raiders vs Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders’ season has hit a hurdle, having lost each of their last three games. There is still room for optimism as Klint Kubiak continues to develop as a first-time head coach.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

Key Clues Raiders Depth Chart Leaves Ahead of Week 7

The Las Vegas Raiders' Week 7 home matchup against the Los Angeles Rams is another critical test early in Klint Kubiak's tenure. Below is our analysis of Las Vegas' depth chart heading into Week 7.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

Hondo’s Weekly Musings: Rams Run Into Raiders’ Buzzsaw

HENDERSON, Nev.--The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) are playing host to the preseason Super Bowl favorites from the NFC, the Los Angeles Rams (2-4), on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23

Raiders Hit With Concerning Injury News Ahead of Rams Game

HENDERSON, Nev.-- The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) are playing host to the Los Angeles Rams (2-4) on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. To say the Raider Nation is excited about this football game would be an enormous understatement.

Brock Bowers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Raiders TE Brock Bowers gets eye-opening upgrade on injury report before Rams game

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers returned to full participation at Thursday’s practice, a welcome development for the team ahead of its Week 7 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

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Mike Washington Jr. News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Mike Washington Jr. Misses Practice, Could Miss Raiders’ Week 7 Matchup with Rams

Mike Washington Jr. could have gotten a bigger role in the Raiders’ offense, but he is trending towards not playing after missing practice on Thursday. Washington didn’t participate in Thursday’s practice due to foot and back injuries.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / October 22

Raiders Owner Mark Davis Makes Shocking Announcement

Mark Davis has decided his days of personally steering the Las Vegas Raiders’ search for head coaches and general managers are finished. After years of cycling through both positions with limited success, the owner told The New York Post that he intends to stay out of future hiring processes.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 22

Overachieving Raiders: Top Trade Deadline Rumors Ranked by Insiders

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) host the Los Angeles Rams (2-4) this weekend in what has been an overachieving 2026 season, and the intrigue could have a long-lasting impact.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / October 22

How Raiders' Fernando Mendoza is 'doing more than asked' while serving as Kirk Cousins' backup

In some instances, a rookie quarterback selected with the first pick of an NFL Draft could get frustrated by remaining a second-choice option through the end of October. It sounds like that isn't the case with Mendoza.

Raiders' Mark Davis may agree with Kurt Warner about starting Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza

Raiders are defying expectations at 3-3, but one 'disturbing trend' is hard to ignore

NFL executives think Seahawks' Sam Darnold is missing Klint Kubiak, Kenneth Walker III

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Klint Kubiak gets honest about Fernando Mendoza’s development

Fernando Mendoza is still waiting for his chance to get the keys to the Las Vegas Raiders’ offense, but he’s doing what he can behind the scenes to be ready.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Former Cowboys All-Pro DB Cornell Green Passes Away

Former Cowboys All-Pro defensive back and longtime Broncos scout Cornell Green died at 86. The Cowboys announced the decorated defender’s passing Wednesday.

Klint Kubiak News / Yardbarker / October 21