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Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / October 12

Las Vegas Raiders Acquire 25-Year-Old WR in Sudden Move

The Las Vegas Raiders moved to address their thin wide-receiver depth on Monday, signing 25-year-old Jamari Thrash to the practice squad ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

Klint Kubiak News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Raiders’ Snap Count Observations: Klint Kubiak Makes Questionable Choices in Week 5 Loss to Patriots

The Raiders’ 45-17 loss to the Patriots has sapped any optimism that the Raiders had after their hot start to the season. But beyond the beatdown, Klint Kubiak and the coaching staff made peculiar choices with playing time. Ashton Jeanty entered the game with ankle and foot injuries.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / October 12

Raiders have a huge problem that is becoming impossible to ignore, and it’s worse when you realize Vegas had multiple chances to fix it

The Las Vegas Raiders have a bad offensive line, and they had chances to fix it this offseason. The Las Vegas Raiders entered the 2026 season with the offensive line as a major wild card.

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The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza Makes Admission After NFL Debut

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza finally made his NFL debut Sunday, getting his first regular-season snaps after turning pro. The Raiders benched starter Kirk Cousins and brought the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Klint Kubiak’s Excuses for Not Playing Mike Washington Jr. Are Not Good Enough

Entering Sunday only one Raiders’ running back had a rushing touchdown. That same back is the only Raider with a carry over 20 yards. But in Sunday’s loss to the Patriots, Mike Washington Jr.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 12

3 Raiders Defenders that Disappointed in Blowout Loss to Patriots

The Raiders defense was torched on Sunday. The Patriots put up 45 points, the most Las Vegas has allowed all season. Drake Maye had one of the best games of any quarterback this season, as he threw for 374 yards and four touchdowns.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty drops strong declaration on playing through injury vs. Patriots

The Las Vegas Raiders suffered a loss in Week 5 to the New England Patriots, but the players can’t say that didn’t do everythingto put their bodies on the line.

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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.

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

Raiders Stock Report: 3 Players Rising, Falling After Week 5

The Las Vegas Raiders had a rough day on the road against the New England Patriots. Few things went Las Vegas' way. Las Vegas has followed up its 3-0 start with two consecutive losses to two of the league's best teams.

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Brock Bowers News / TWSN / October 12

Brock Bowers Belongs in the Top-10 Overall Fantasy Conversation

With having more time to be integrated into Klint Kubiak’s offense, Brock Bowers is making his fantasy football case once again. After Week 5, Bowers has ended up with a 29% target share, and 2.79 yards per route run across his three games played.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 12

3 Overreactions to Raiders Blowout Loss vs. Patriots

Two weeks ago, the Las Vegas Raiders were the talk of the NFL with a 3-0 start. Fast forward to the present day, they are now 3-2 with two consecutive losses, including Sunday's beatdown by the New England Patriots, 45-17.

NFL News / HITC / October 12

Ex-Raiders star says there is ‘lots to clean up’ after terrible 45-17 loss vs. Patriots

Former Las Vegas Raiders star Richie Incognito raised a caution flag after the team’s 45-17 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday. It was a poor showing from the Raiders after their impressive 3-1 start, which led to many analysts commending their coaching staff.

Drake Maye News / Yardbarker / October 12

Maye reflects on never losing confidence amid slow start after Pats' win

Drake Maye reflects on never losing confidence amid slow start after Patriots' win over Raiders

Maye performed like a Most Valuable Player candidate as he led New England to a dominant 45-17 home win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Patriots' Drake Maye continues dramatic bounceback in win over Raiders

Patriots reemerge as contenders after dominant win over Raiders

NFL Week 5 winners, losers: Drake Maye continues surge, NFC East takes more hits

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Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / October 12

‘Like he’s Tom Brady’ – Kirk Cousins’ pregame speech to LV Raiders goes viral for bizarre reason

Kirk Cousins gave a fiery and impassioned pregame talk to his Las Vegas Raiders teammates, but fans have decided to fixate on certain words he used to prove a point.

Fernando Mendoza News / The Raider Ramble / October 12

Fernando Mendoza’s Promising Debut Could Complicate the Raiders’ QB Plan

Fernando Mendoza impressed in his Las Vegas Raiders debut, completing five straight passes. Could the rookie be putting pressure on Kirk Cousins sooner than expected?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 12

Three Takeaways From the Raiders’ 45-17 Loss to the Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — What a difference one week can make. The Las Vegas Raiders walked away from their three-point loss to the Kansas City Chiefs believing they could compete with on e of the AFC’s best teams.

Brock Bowers News / The Raider Ramble / October 11

Brock Bowers Passed an NFL Legend With Another Historic Milestone

Las Vegas Raiders star Brock Bowers just passed Hall of Fame tight end Mike Ditka for receiving yards through 32 games, adding another milestone to his historic NFL start.

Adam Butler News / The Raider Ramble / October 11

Raiders DT Adam Butler: ‘Making Excuses Is Not the Answer’ After Patriots Game

Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Adam Butler sends a blunt message after the Patriots’ loss, making it clear why the Silver and Black cannot afford to make excuses.

Fernando Mendoza News / Field Level Media / October 11

No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza 'did a good job' in debut

Many experts thought 2025 Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza would win the starting quarterback job with the formerly downtrodden Las Vegas Raiders to begin the season.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / October 12