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Recent Signings Put Writing on the Wall for These Raiders

The handful of signings the Las Vegas Raiders made early in free agency sent a message heard all the way around the National Football League: The Raiders mean business.

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Raiders Hosted OL Spencer Burford

The Las Vegas Raiders hosted veteran OL Spencer Burford for a free agent visit, per the NFL transaction wire. He recently visited with the Chargers as he mulls his next team. Burford, 25, was drafted by the 49ers with the No.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / March 17

Raiders Could Make Shocking Quarterback Move

The Las Vegas Raiders have largely wrapped up their major spending in free agency this offseason, shifting focus to addressing the numerous remaining holes on the roster.

Kwity Paye News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Kwity Paye Gives Raiders What They Have Been Searching for

The Las Vegas Raiders quickly went to work addressing their roster in free agency. Las Vegas needed to solidify its defensive end position, regardless of what happened with Maxx Crosby.

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The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

As Draft Approaches, Raiders Still Have Everything on the Table

The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason plans were heavily based on the NFL Draft. Las Vegas needs to revamp its roster. More specifically, Las Vegas needs to add depth at several positions, with young talent that can be developed.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

1 Change to Expect Under Raiders' DC Rob Leonard

The Las Vegas Raiders quickly addressed arguably their most pressing need on the defensive side of the ball early in free agency. The moves the Raiders have made on its defensive coaching staff and roster points to even more changes coming soon.

Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Benefits of the Raiders' Failed Maxx Crosby Trade

The Las Vegas Raiders believed they had a deal with the Baltimore Ravens for star defensive end Maxx Crosby. The deal would have netted two first-round picks for the Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Finding Tyree Wilson's Place in the Raiders' Future

The Las Vegas Raiders roster will look a lot different in 2026. However, something that has persisted across coaching changes is their figuring out what to do with Tyree Wilson.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / March 17

Raiders draft countdown: Lester Hayes is best No. 37

Thirty-seven 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.

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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.

Devin White News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Devin White Gets Big Reward for 2025 Efforts

Last season, one of the players who was on the field most of the time was former Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Devin White. White was the anchor in the middle of the Raiders' defense last season.

Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / March 17

Only one team makes sense for Kirk Cousins

Why Cousins should target this team for his next opportunity.

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Top remaining NFL free agents and their likely landing spots

The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

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John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Raiders' John Spytek Has Earned the Benefit of the Doubt

John Spytek was the third general manager the Las Vegas Raiders had hired since the 2022 season. Spytek's arrival confirmed how poorly things had gone before his arrival.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Inside the Raiders’ Projected QB Room for Next Season

It's no surprise which way the Las Vegas Raiders are leaning with the first overall pick. Since 2010, there have only ever been four draft classes that began without a quarterback being the first player off the board.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 17

Biggest Remaining Offseason Questions for Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders have done some serious work in the offseason, addressing several needs and creating the foundation of their rebuild. General Manager John Spytek has gotten to work on retooling the roster and attempting to get the team out of the basement of the AFC.

Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 16

Raiders rumors: Las Vegas has ‘rebuilt’ trust with Maxx Crosby after failed trade

It might be a little awkward for the Silver and Black these days as Maxx Crosby is back with the Las Vegas Raiders after their failed trade with the Baltimore Ravens.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / March 16

Raiders Sign Fullback Connor Heyward & Wide Receiver Dareke Young

The Las Vegas Raiders announced the signings of fullback Connor Heyward and wide receiver Dareke Young. Heyward reportedly received a two-year contract from the team that includes a maximum value of $5.5 million and $2 million in guarantees.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 16

NFL analyst responds to Raiders EDGE Maxx Crosby after the Vegas star directly lets him know how he feels

Maxx Crosby is on a mission to prove everyone wrong. When he was nearly traded to the Baltimore Ravens but stayed with the Las Vegas Raiders, he remembered every negative comment about him—because that's the kind of player he is, Jordan-esque.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Raiders' way-too-early 53-man roster projection following first week of free agency signings

The Las Vegas Raiders spent some good money in free agency. With these acquisitions, we now have a clearer view of how the roster is shaping up for 2026, as well as which needs remain for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / March 16

Latest On Potential Maxx Crosby Trade

The Raiders thought they ended the Maxx Crosby era when they agreed to trade the star defensive end to the Ravens on March 5. The blockbuster would have netted the Raiders a pair of first-round picks, but the Ravens backed out last Tuesday after Crosby failed a physical.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Winners and losers after Raiders' first wave of free agency: Vegas helped and hurt some players already on the roster

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Raiders 3-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Addressing major flaws that Vegas couldn't during free agency

The Las Vegas Raiders spent some good money in free agency. We now have a better idea of how this team will look in 2026 and what they need to address in the 2026 NFL Draft.