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On YouTubeJohn Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
Spytek's NFL Draft Will Prove Vital for Raiders' Offseason
The Las Vegas Raiders are just a few days away from adding quarterback Fernando Mendoza and at least nine other draft picks. The Raiders have worked hard this offseason to make legitimate improvements to their roster.
Klint Kubiak News / A to Z Sports / April 21
Klint Kubiak just showed at OTAs that he already understands what kind of job he really took as the Raiders HC
The Las Vegas Raiders’ new head coach started OTAs in a way every Silver and Black fan should appreciate. Las Vegas Raiders’ new head coach Klint Kubiak is already understanding just how powerful a job he has.
Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
Reflecting on Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty's Rookie Season
The 2026 NFL Draft is this week. We're almost there, everyone. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
John Spytek Cements Maxx Crosby's Future With Raiders
It has been a hectic offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders, who are entering a new era with head coach Klint Kubiak and incoming rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / April 21
Raiders draft countdown: Ashton Jeanty is best No. 2 in team history
2 days remain until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick as this daily countdown continues through the franchise’s best players by jersey number.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
The Raiders' Dream Second Round Scenario
The Las Vegas Raiders have the first overall pick, and there's very little left to the imagination on who they'll select. The Raiders front office has even gone as far as to say outright that they won't be trading the first overall pick, which means that it's inevitable how the NFL draft will kick off.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
1 Overlooked Aspect for Raiders That Deserves More Acknowledgement
The Las Vegas Raiders will enter the NFL Draft looking to take the next step in their roster rebuild. Fernando Mendoza is expected to be Las Vegas' first pick with the No.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
Three Dream Players for Raiders in Second Round of Draft
In a little over 48 hours, the Las Vegas Raiders will select Fernando Mendoza as the No. 1 overall selection in the NFL Draft, making him the highest Indiana Hoosier ever drafted.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21
Complete 7-Round Mock Draft: Blueprint for Fixing Raiders
The NFL Draft is almost here, and few teams should be as excited about it as the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders' strong start to free agency made life much easier for Las Vegas' front office, which entered the offseason needing help at nearly every position group.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 21
Fernando Mendoza opens up about having Tom Brady as a boss with Raiders
Barring a shocking development, Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback Fernando Mendoza will soon have Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady as a boss.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20
Raiders Super Bowl champion Rod Martin passes away at 72 years old
While the Las Vegas Raiders’ future looks to be with Fernando Mendoza as the team has the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft, it’s important to remember the memories that came in the past, as a key member of that legacy has passed away.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 20
Hidden gems in every round of the 2026 NFL Draft that the Las Vegas Raiders could target due to fit and need
The Las Vegas could have a busy 2026 NFL Draft ahead of them. They have ten draft picks at their disposal. The Las Vegas Raiders are about to make some very tough decisions in the next few days.
John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20
Raiders' Spytek Drops Bold Take Days Before Draft
In the coming days, the Las Vegas Raiders will have another quarterback in their room who is going to make even more noise than he already has all offseason long.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 20
Raiders Legend Rod Martin Dies at 72, Leaves Behind Super Bowl Legacy
The Las Vegas Raiders are mourning the loss of one of their all-time great defenders. Former linebacker Rod Martin has passed away at the age of 72, the team announced Monday.
Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / April 21
Fernando Mendoza explains why he'll skip the 2026 NFL Draft
He'll stay with his family and friends in Florida, as he recently confirmed in an appearance on "The Rich Eisen Show."
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20
Why Mendoza Wasn't Sure Raiders Wanted Him After First Meeting
There is no doubt that the Las Vegas Raiders are going to take top quarterback prospect Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Las Vegas Raiders Announce Death of Former All-Pro Linebacker Rod Martin
The Las Vegas Raiders lost one of their own on Monday. Rod Martin, a linebacker who helped define the Raiders' identity during their most dominant years, passed away at the age of 72.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Stadium Rant / April 20
Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Mock Draft: Full 7‑Round Analysis & Scouting Report
This 7-round Las Vegas Raiders 2026 mock draft includes trades. Plenty of offers came in for the team’s first four picks, but it wasn’t worth passing on the players available at the time.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Fernando Mendoza sends his first message to Raiders fans
For months, the Raiders' No. 1 pick has been an open secret.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20
Scouting executive addresses how Fernando Mendoza compares to Patriots' Drake Maye
For a piece published on Monday, Bruce Feldman of The Athletic spoke with an unnamed scouting executive who addressed the Mendoza-versus-Maye comparisons.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Why Fernando Mendoza thought he blew first meeting with Raiders
One of the worst-kept secrets of the NFL offseason is that the Raiders have reportedly planned for months to make Mendoza the first overall pick of this year's draft on Thursday night.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 20
Raiders 7-Round Mock Draft: GM John Spytek goes bargain hunting on Day 3
Draft week is officially here. Scouting is finished, big boards are finalized and all that remains is making final predictions before seeing how it all shakes out.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 19
Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 NFL Draft plan just got a whole lot easier with new Horizontal Big Board
The Raiders have many needs as they head into the 2026 NFL Draft. They only have so many picks to address it all. The Horizontal Big Board helps show where they should prioritize those needs.
John Spytek News / The Raider Ramble / April 19
John Spytek’s Raiders Board won’t budge to the mock draft hype
John Spytek isn’t following the mock draft hype; instead, he is establishing the Las Vegas Raiders’ draft board on his own terms while the rest of the league struggles to catch up.
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