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Hall of Fame QB Speaks on Coaching Raiders' Fernando Mendoza

There is a new quarterback in town for the Las Vegas Raiders. That quarterback is the first overall pick, Fernando Mendoza. This is a start to what many expect will be a stellar career for the former Heisman Trophy winner and National Championship winner.

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NFL Expert Grades Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Draft Class

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders delivered one of the most impressive performances in the 2026 NFL draft, earning an “A+” grade from EasySportz’s in-house NFL analyst in its team-by-team evaluation.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 28

Raiders didn’t hesitate to take CB Jermod McCoy in the fourth round, but there’s still a delicate plan they’re working on

The Las Vegas Raiders are aware that their new cornerback Jermod McCoy could need another procedure. The Las Vegas Raiders took a risk in the 2026 NFL Draft that 32 teams were scared to take for three full rounds.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

How Trey Zuhn III Fits Into Raiders' OL Plans

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Texas A&M offensive lineman Trey Zuhn III in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Zuhn was announced as a center, but the Raiders signed three-time Pro Bowler Tyler Linderbaum to take over as the starter.

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The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

Complete Raiders Offseason Guide: Draft Picks, Free Agents, and More

The Las Vegas Raiders used the NFL Draft to take the next step in their roster rebuilding process. The Raiders entered the offseason in dire need of talent of all kinds.

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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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

Identifying Which Raiders' Rookies Will Make Impact in 2026

After a solid draft haul, the Las Vegas Raiders' plan for a successful offseason seems to be in full swing. Las Vegas entered the offseason determined to turn things around after multiple seasons with double-digit losses.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

Raiders' Late Picks With Best Shot To Make Roster

The Las Vegas Raiders added 10 draft picks to their roster during the 2026 NFL Draft. Several of their picks later in the draft have the potential of making the roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

3 Reasons To Believe Raiders Will Be Playoff Contenders

The 2026 NFL Draft was an extraordinary experience for the Las Vegas Raiders, who left the event with their franchise quarterback in place, with Fernando Mendoza.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

Following NFL Draft, Raiders Look to Raise Roster Floor

Throughout NFL history, teams have taken different approaches to organizational reconstruction. These respective approaches have always had factors at play, whether it is the salary cap, draft picks, or the sheer wit of a coaching staff to bring out the best in a roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28

One Free Agent Raiders Must Sign Following the Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders entered this offseason on a mission to fix their roster as much as they possibly could this offseason. After yet another disappointing season, the Raiders' front office wasted no time getting to work on what was a bottom-tier roster in the league in 2025.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Former Raider Tyree Wilson shares thoughts on trade to Saints

New Orleans Saints edge-rusher Tyree Wilson is ready for his second act. During Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders dealt the former 2023 first-round pick (No.

Cameron Jordan opens up about Saints future after Tyree Wilson, Anfernee Jennings moves

Report updates if Raiders are serious about controversial Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision

Reports: Saints to sign LB Anfernee Jennings

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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 / College Football News / April 27

Las Vegas Raiders 2026 NFL Draft: CFN College Football Take on Every Pick

This is the transformational draft for the Las Vegas Raiders franchise - at least it's supposed to be. They got the franchise quarterback, a whole slew of Raider-brand talents (translation: LOTS of speed), and a deep class that should turn this whole thing around.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 27

Golf’s Grass League Takes a New Step With Las Vegas Team

Las Vegas is the newest market to invest in the potential of par-3 primetime golf. The Grass League, a high-stakes competition featuring professional and amateur golfers in a team format.

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Brock Bowers News / HITC / April 27

One No. 1 Pick, one north star: How Brock Bowers became the Raiders’ draft focus

The Las Vegas Raiders picked up Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick, held off on drafting a wide receiver until the sixth round, and passed on tight ends altogether.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Way too early Las Vegas Raiders 53-man roster projection: John Spytek improved the team significantly for 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders have a much better team coming in 2026 than they did this time last year, and a big reason why is the 2026 NFL draft The Las Vegas Raiders are almost ready to wrap up their minicamps, and training camp has started.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 27

Inside Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 NFL Draft: 3 Key Takeaways

HENDERSON, Nev.—The true test of a successful NFL Draft comes ten years down the road; that is a statement of fact in which reasonable people can all agree.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 27

Projecting the Raiders' Depth Chart After the Draft by Position

On paper, the Las Vegas Raiders have manufactured an impressive offseason that has rapidly increased the talent that is their roster. Las Vegas fielded one of the worst rosters in the National Football League for much of the past few seasons.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Biggest winners and losers on the Raiders after Las Vegas comes away from the 2026 NFL Draft as a much better team

The Las Vegas Raiders had one heck of an NFL Draft, but there are some losers, and there are certainly some winners. The Las Vegas Raiders nailed their draft class.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 27

Report updates if Raiders are serious about Cousins, Mendoza decision

Report updates if Raiders are serious about controversial Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision

Previously, Raiders GM John Spytek and HC Klint Kubiak strongly suggested that they would like Mendoza to spend a significant amount of time learning about life in the NFL while serving as a backup for Cousins.

True-or-false for the 2026 NFL Draft: How will Jeremiyah Love, Fernando Mendoza, David Bailey and others fare in their rookie seasons?

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Henry Ruggs News / Total Pro Sports / April 26

Henry Ruggs’ Prison Salary Revealed — You Won’t Believe How Much Money The Ex-Raiders WR Is Making In ‘The Slammer’

Henry Ruggs’ prison salary has been revealed following his transfer to a Nevada facility, not far from where he played home games. Ruggs was making around $4.17 million a year on his rookie deal with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Arizona Wildcats News / Dice City Sports / April 26

Raiders load up on Day 3 picks, add competition and speed for camp

The Raiders did not treat Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft like clean-up duty. Instead, they treated it like roster-building, using six picks to add competition in the secondary, speed to the offense, and a run-stopping body inside.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Total Apex Sports / April 25

Cornerback Jermod McCoy Drafted No. 101 By Las Vegas Raiders In Massive 2026 NFL Draft Slide

Draft weekend is a theater of dreams, but for a few prospects every year, it morphs into an agonizing waiting game. You sit by the phone, watching guys you clamped up on Saturdays get their names called before you.

Tyree Wilson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 25

Trade: Raiders Trading EDGE Tyree Wilson To Saints

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Raiders are trading former first-round EDGE Tyree Wilson to the Saints. The Raiders have acquired a 2026 fifth-round pick (150th overall) from the Saints in return for a 2026 seventh-round pick (219th overall) and Wilson.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 24