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Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Raiders already know one of the players they want to use their No. 1 waiver wire spot on after finalizing their initial 53-man roster
The Las Vegas Raiders have the No. 1 waiver wire spot, and they intend to use it on Darrell Luter Jr. The Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 waiver wire spot, and they’re putting it to use.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31
Raiders’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season
The Las Vegas Raiders trimmed their roster to 53 players this weekend, and the most questionable call in Las Vegas wasn’t a surprising cut, it was what the front office chose not to keep.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 31
3 Players the Raiders Can Add After Roster Cuts
The Raiders cut their roster down to 53 on Sunday. But there could be more movement, as players across the NFL are available on waivers. Thanks to having the worst record in the NFL last season, the Raiders sit first on the waiver wire order, and it doesn’t reset.
The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz
How many of the record holders for QB sacks in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 31
Insider explains expected Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision
One insider provided more insight into the Raiders' QB plans.
Mike Washington Jr. News / QBFanCentral / August 31
NFL analysts claim Mike Washington Jr. can’t be stopped with arm tackles after dominant preseason
Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. is turning heads with a rare mix of size and speed. His preseason form has already made him a tough player to handle. The discussion on NFL GameDay featured host Rhett Lewis, former NFL running back Maurice Jones-Drew, and NFL draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah.
Ashton Jeanty News / Total Pro Sports / August 31
Las Vegas Raiders Make Major Decision On Ashton Jeanty’s Injury Status Ahead Of Week 1
With the rosters around the league set, it’s easier to speculate how teams will fare next season. Who remains in or out has been scrutinized by everybody following the NFL.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 31
Raiders Still Have Hope for Dont’e Thornton
Raiders wide receiver Dont’e Thornton missed the last two games of the preseason due to injury. But he made the Raiders’ 53-man roster, an indication that Thornton will be ready for Week 1.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 31
With Initial Roster Cuts in Rearview, the Raiders Rebuild Continues
The Las Vegas Raiders made their initial cuts for the 53-man roster on Sunday, with waiver wire claims set to stir up the roster further. Afterward, the focus for Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins will fully commence.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Jordan Meredith News / Athlon Sports / August 31
Raiders Trade Jordan Meredith, Show Faith in Rookie Trey Zuhn
The Raiders shipped Jordan Meredith to the New York Jets before the 53-man roster deadline on Sunday, a trade made possible by the emergence of rookie offensive lineman Trey Zuhn.
Klint Kubiak News / Dice City Sports / August 31
Raiders Set Initial 53-Man Roster as Klint Kubiak Era Prepares for 2026 Season
LAS VEGAS — The decisions have been made at least for now. The Las Vegas Raiders have completed their final round of transactions and established their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season, giving the first clear look at the group head coach Klint Kubiak will take into his first regular season leading the Silver and Black.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 31
Biggest Winners From the Raiders' 2026 Preseason
The Las Vegas Raiders have had an exciting few months, dating back to free agency and the draft, when the front office dramatically improved the roster with aggressive moves.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31
Raiders Place OLB Keyron Crawford On IR, Trim Roster To 53
Here is how the Raiders moved down to 53 on Sunday: WR Phillip Dorsett WR Brandon Johnson LB Buddy Johnson LB Cameron McGrone TE Chris Myarick RB Dare
NFL News / The Raider Ramble / August 30
Raiders reuniting Jordan Meredith with 'Tank Commander' Geno Smith in New York
The Las Vegas Raiders are sending a familiar face to New York, reuniting a former starter with famed “tank commander” Geno Smith after a surprising trade.
Keyron Crawford News / The Raider Ramble / August 30
Raiders lose promising EDGE before the season even begins
One of the Las Vegas Raiders’ most intriguing young pass rushers won’t get his shot this season. Keyron Crawford’s rookie campaign is officially over before it began.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Las Vegas Raiders’ schedule just got insanely harder after recent NFL news should have the offensive line shaking in their boots
The Las Vegas Raiders now have an even more difficult schedule than anticipated, all because Aaron Donald is back with the Rams. Among all of the roster cut madness, the Las Vegas Raiders were dealt a bit of news that no one wants to hear.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 30
Raiders’ Spytek Reveals Kubiak’s First 53-Man Roster: What It Means
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders are moving on to the regular season, as the NFL today required them to trim their roster down to the 53-man limit.
Ashton Jeanty News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Las Vegas Raiders unintentionally revealed some news regarding Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury by using their initial 53-man roster
The Las Vegas Raiders do not feel like Ashton Jeanty’s injury is bad enough to miss the first four games of the season. The Las Vegas Raiders revealed their initial 53-man roster.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Las Vegas Raiders’ initial 53-man roster helped reveal devastating news for one rookie as the 2026 season nears its start
The Las Vegas Raiders will now be without one of their rookies in third-round pick Keyron Crawford, as he does not have a designated-to-return tag on his placement on the IR.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Las Vegas Raiders’ initial 53-man roster: Klint Kubiak’s got a nice starting point in his first season as head coach
The Las Vegas Raiders have a much better team coming into 2026 than they did this time last year, and we can already predict what it will look like. The Las Vegas Raiders officially have their initial 53-man roster, and it’s much better than the one they had this time last year.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Raiders Cut Down To Initial 53 Players
The Raiders made a flurry of roster moves to get down to 53 players at the deadline on Sunday, placing DE Keyron Crawford and TE Carter Runyon on injured reserve.
Jordan Meredith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Trade: Raiders Trading C Jordan Meredith To Jets
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Raiders are trading C Jordan Meredith to the Jets. Rapoport adds the Jets and Raiders are swapping 2027 sixth and seventh-round picks in the deal.
Dare Ogunbowale News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Raiders Waiving RB Dare Ogunbowale
Jeremy Fowler reports that the Raiders are waiving veteran RB Dare Ogunbowale, who recently signed on with the team. Ogunbowale, 32, wound up signing a three-year, $1.66 million contract with the Texans as an undrafted free agent out of Wisconsin back in 2017.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 30
Klint Kubiak isn’t handing Fernando Mendoza anything in Raiders QB battle
Klint Kubiak is making Fernando Mendoza earn his place as the Las Vegas Raiders’ backup quarterback, proving draft status alone won’t decide the battle.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 29
Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza hit with reality check
The Las Vegas Raiders have a full season of football on the way, and fans are pumped to see this team on the field with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza.
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