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Brenden Rice News / Football Analysis / May 13

Jerry Rice’s Heir Cycles Through 4 NFL Teams In 25 Months Before Getting Dumped

Jerry Rice owns 1,549 career receptions, 22,895 receiving yards, and 36 NFL records. His son Brenden owns zero. Zero NFL catches across three games as a rookie.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

How the Raiders’ Old Identity Is Finally Back

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders are on the hunt, and the once victims of circumstance and bad luck are no longer taking what is given to them; they are on the take, and it is becoming clear.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Ranking Every Raiders Position Group by Overall Talent and Depth

The Las Vegas Raiders have spent most of the offseason revamping their roster as much as possible in one offseason. Las Vegas has several more productive offseasons to go before fully rebuilding, but they have quickly improved several position groups.

Breece Hall News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

One Raiders Game Every NFL Fan Will Have Eyes On

Going into every new season, there are always a few games you look at and say, 'That's one game I am going to circle because I want to watch it.' For the Las Vegas Raiders, one of those games is against the Los Angeles Rams in the 2026 NFL season .

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Ranking AFC West's Tight Ends — Where Raiders Stand

The Las Vegas Raiders are doing everything in their power to turn their franchise around and get back to being relevant. They've been stuck in mediocrity for the better part of a decade, and now there's finally light at the end of the tunnel.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Why Raiders Are Ready To Win in 2026

Even if they do not want to come out and say it, the Las Vegas Raiders are looking to win a lot in the 2026 NFL season. Many thought the Raiders would be on the rebuilding side of things, not have a roster on paper like the one they have put together this offseason.

Klint Kubiak News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Klint Kubiak Provides Insight on Raiders QB Situation

The Las Vegas Raiders will have a new starting quarterback in 2026. While that suggests the franchise has glaring question marks at that position, that is not the case in this scenario, as head coach Klint Kubiak has a well-thought-out plan at quarterback.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

3 Raiders Under Most Pressure in 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders hope to drag themselves out of the gutter and into relevancy. This offseason marks one of the biggest in recent franchise memory after picking Fernando Mendoza with the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Film Study: First Look at Raiders' CB Jermod McCoy

The Las Vegas Raiders were the team that took a swing on Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy, despite uncertainty about his NFL future. McCoy tore his ACL in January of 2025, and while he is expected to fully recover from that, he may also have to have another procedure on his knee that may cause him to miss the 2026 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

Predicting Every Raiders' Primetime Game and Opponent

If a team that has not only struggled in primetime games but also entered the 2026 season with many new parts across the board was not concerned about playing in primetime, you could not blame them.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 12

What Interesting NFL Schedule Leak Hints at for Raiders

After multiple impressive rounds of additions to their roster, the Las Vegas Raiders are hard at work preparing for the upcoming season. Las Vegas' front office has done its part this offseason, adding the necessary talent to put a better product on the field this season compared to seasons past.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / May 11

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move

The hype surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders is at a fever pitch, and there's no reason to be mad about that. The team has not one but two solid quarterbacks on their roster: veteran Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza.

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit

Could win-now Rams trade for Eagles' A.J. Brown, Raiders' Maxx Crosby?

Why Raiders may not be able trade Maxx Crosby even if they wanted to

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Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / May 12

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza skipping White House visit

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit

Following the greatest season in program history, Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers attended the White House for the traditional visit.

Mendoza reveals why he is skipping Indiana’s White House visit

Raiders add some familiar faces for Mendoza

Tom Brady offers rookies advice as Mendoza begins Raiders career

Rams' Ty Simpson reacts to potential Sean McVay draft controversy

Jets' Cade Klubnik sends defiant message after slide in NFL Draft

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Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 11

Raiders Waive WR Brenden Rice, Sign LB Cameron McGrone

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Monday that they’ve placed WR Brenden Rice on waivers and signed LB Cameron McGrone. Rice, 24, is the son of Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice.

Layden Robinson News / Pro Football Rumors / May 11

Falcons To Sign OL Layden Robinson

Layden Robinson was among the players who took part in the Falcons’ rookie minicamp this past weekend. His showing in that regard has resulted in a deal.

Layden Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 11

Falcons Signing G Layden Robinson

Mike Garafolo reports that the Falcons are signing G Layden Robinson to a contract after his appearance at the team’s minicamp. Robinson, 25, was a three-year starter at Texas A&M and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2023.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 11

Raiders' Commitment to 1 Area Has Been Evident This Offseason

The Las Vegas Raiders have sent multiple messages this offseason. The Raiders' moves this offseason have confirmed that they are determined to fix up their roster beyond just the quarterback position.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 11

Most Underappreciated Offseason Moves Raiders Made

Las Vegas made several fantastic moves during both the 2026 NFL Draft and throughout the offseason as a whole. The Raiders are widely considered to have had one of the best offseasons of any franchise in the NFL.

Pete Carroll News / Football Analysis / May 11

74-Year-Old Carroll Bounces Back 4 Months To Coach Again After NFL’s Worst Record

Pete Carroll posted the worst record in the NFL, a 3-14 season with the Las Vegas Raiders capped by a 10-game losing streak. Four months after his January 5, 2026 firing, he was announced on May 7 as head coach of Team Makai for the 2027 adidas Polynesian Bowl in Hawaii.