Las Vegas Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 25

How Raiders Can 'Earn' Ability To Run Football

The Las Vegas Raiders have a clear identity this season under head coach Klint Kubiak, and that's to run the football. Through two weeks of preseason action , we have seen the Raiders operate predominantly from under center and prioritize the rushing attack.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Raiders’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The Las Vegas Raiders look dramatically different from the team that took the field a year ago. Klint Kubiak now faces the difficult task of squeezing an increasingly talented group into just 53 spots.

Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / August 24

Jeanty ankle leads Raiders depth chart questions

Ashton Jeanty remains atop the Raiders’ unofficial depth chart, but his ankle has become the biggest uncertainty surrounding Las Vegas entering the final week of the preseason.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Jaylon Smith News / Yardbarker / August 24

Former Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith gets high school football job

According to Gracie Sherrow of Wane 15, Monday afternoon brought two massive changes to North Side High School.

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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 / The Raider Ramble / August 24

Raiders’ $81 million star drops intriguing hint on QB future

A Las Vegas Raiders star’s surprising comments could offer a major clue about the team’s quarterback plans and what comes next for Fernando Mendoza. Tyler Linderbaum, the center Las Vegas made the highest-paid interior lineman in NFL history, just gave the clearest outsider’s read yet on Mendoza’s readiness to play quarterback in the NFL.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

1 last-minute trade Raiders must make before Week 1 of 2026 NFL season

With the first regular-season game of new head coach Klint Kubiak’s tenure fast approaching, the Las Vegas Raiders are still working on finalizing their roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / August 24

Raiders Release WR Noah Brown

While we’ve still got about a week until the NFL’s roster cutdown deadline, the Raiders have given a veteran WR a head start to find a new squad. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the organization has released wideout Noah Brown.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Can Foley Fatukasi go From Unsigned to Week 1 Starter?

As the Raiders transition to a 3-4 base defense, there is more emphasis on the interior of the defensive line. But, Las Vegas didn’t add anything significant to that position in free agency or the draft.

Ashton Jeanty News / The Raider Ramble / August 24

Ashton Jeanty injury adds a new twist to Raiders’ Kareem Hunt buzz

Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury could change the Las Vegas Raiders’ plans, with Kareem Hunt emerging as an intriguing option as the season approaches. Jeanty left Sunday’s practice unable to put weight on his leg after diving for a low throw from Kirk Cousins.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 24

Raiders Training Camp Report 26: Pressure Rises As Regular Season Looms

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders wrapped up their second of three practices this week moments ago, ahead of the final preseason game on Thursday against the San Francisco 49ers and the NFL 53-man roster cut-down on Sunday.

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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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Las Vegas Raiders’ punt and kick returner battle could decide who survives final roster cuts in a big way

The Las Vegas Raiders are going to have to make some important decisions in the coming days regarding the roster. The Las Vegas Raiders have one preseason game left before they must trim the roster from 90 to 53 players.

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Mike Washington Jr. News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Raiders offensive coaches are singing the praise of running back Mike Washington Jr. to a perfect tune

The Las Vegas Raiders will need Mike Washington Jr. big time if Ashton Jeanty is out for any period of time. The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves in an all-too-familiar spot: dealing with drama.

Mark Davis News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 24

Mark Davis, Raiders Strike Historic Agreement Ahead of 2026 Season

The Las Vegas Raiders are one of the most storied franchises in National Football League history. The Raiders have long been known for their impact off the field just as much as for their successful history on it.

Noah Brown News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

Raiders Release WR Noah Brown

The Las Vegas Raiders announced they released WR Noah Brown. Brown, 30, is a former seventh-round pick of the Cowboys out of Ohio State back in 2017. He played out the final year of his four-year, $2.47 million contract and made a base salary of $735,000 in 2020. Brown returned to Dallas on one-year deals in 2021 and 2022.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Las Vegas Raiders’ Andrew Janocko somewhat reveals how the team plans to tackle toughest roster decisions of the offseason

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of important and tough roster decisions they will be forced to make soon. The Las Vegas Raiders face one of the most difficult stretches of the offseason.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Why Raiders are built to withstand any Ashton Jeanty injury absence

The Las Vegas Raiders got quite the injury scare on Sunday. Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty left practice with a lower body injury. The situation immediately looked serious, as Jeanty could not put pressure on his leg while leaving the field.

Tom Brady News / Total Pro Sports / August 24

Tom Brady Drops 'Life-Changing' Fortune On Extremely Rare 1-Of-1 NFL Rookie Card

Tom Brady secured a rare collectible tied to his team. The Las Vegas Raiders part-owner purchased a one-of-one Fernando Mendoza rookie card. Business partner Chris Costa called the price life-altering for most people.

Las Vegas Raiders News / TWSN / August 24

Everything You Need to Know About Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr.

Raiders star running back Ashton Jeanty went down in practice on Sunday, injuring his right knee. He was helped off by the medical staff and was unable to put any pressure on his leg.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Four Ways Raiders’ Coaches Want to see the Wide Receivers Improve

The Raiders’ wide receivers have a receiver room that is lacking in talent. After a poor showing in the second preseason game, head coach Klint Kubiak publicly ripped into the receivers.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 24

NFL insider insists Raiders 'want' to make this Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins decision

What are the Raiders looking to see before they hand the offense over to Mendoza?

Concerning injury update on Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty emerges

Evaluating Raiders rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. after Ashton Jeanty injury news

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 24

Concerning injury update on Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty emerges

ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport shared a concerning update regarding Jeanty's status for the Raiders' Week 1.

Evaluating Raiders rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. after Ashton Jeanty injury news

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 23

Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty needs help leaving practice with injury

If the Las Vegas Raiders are going to be even remotely competitive this season, they could really use a big year from second-year running back Ashton Jeanty.

Evaluating Raiders rookie Mike Washington Jr. after Jeanty injury

49ers' George Kittle takes another step toward potential Week 1 return

49ers should consider Christian McCaffrey update a sigh of relief

Giants HC John Harbaugh shares big update on WR Malik Nabers' status

Patriots executive drops Christian Gonzalez contract update

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 21