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Brenden Rice is the kind of waiver claim that exposes how thin NFL roster math gets in May

The Packers claiming Brenden Rice off waivers this week was not a blockbuster. That is exactly why it matters. These are the moves that show how quickly the NFL runs out of room in May, when one team decides a former draft pick is expendable and another decides the same player is still worth a 90-man roster spot.

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Las Vegas Raiders inadvertently continue a scheduling streak that they likely have never asked for

The Las Vegas Raiders know who they won’t play in Week 1, as the Kansas City Chiefs and Denver Broncos play one another. They do know they don’t play any international games.

Brenden Rice News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

Jerry Rice's son lands with NFC team after Raiders release

Brenden Rice, the son of legendary wide receiver Jerry Rice, is beginning a new chapter in his NFL career. The Las Vegas Raiders released Rice on Monday, and now he has been claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers.

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Benito Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

Raiders Sign DL Benito Jones

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Wednesday that they’ve signed veteran DL Benito Jones to a contract. The Raiders waived DT Brodric Martin with an injury designation to make room for Jones. Jones previously met with the Giants last month, but left without a deal. Jones, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Mississippi back in 2020.

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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.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

John Spytek News / A to Z Sports / May 13

John Spytek has his fingerprint all over the Las Vegas Raiders’ most recent roster move, and there’s no hiding it

The Las Vegas Raiders have brought on a new linebacker, and it’s clear that John Spytek is a big fan of his. The Las Vegas Raiders are making roster moves to build their best team.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / May 13

Insider still thinks Raiders could make blockbuster Crosby trade this year

Insider still thinks Raiders could make blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade this year

The Baltimore Ravens backed out of acquiring the star pass-rusher earlier this offseason for reasons related to the meniscus repair he underwent following the 2025 campaign.

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move

How Kirk Cousins is already showing the Raiders QB1 behavior

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit

The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / May 13

Fernando Mendoza gets important early lesson from Raiders coaches

Fernando Mendoza arrived in Las Vegas with the kind of resume that can shift the mood of an entire building. But the Raiders’ first move with him has been to ensure that confidence doesn’t spill over into entitlement.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Raiders Schedule Release Leaks: Confirmed Opponents and Dates

The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason has already seen many questions answered through their coaching staff and roster moves. The Raiders have controlled what they can control by making quality moves that should lead to additional wins in 2026.

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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.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 13

The Raiders’ GM dropped some strong quotes about Dont’e Thornton’s future after the former Vols WR had a lackluster rookie season

Former Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Dont’e Thornton didn’t have a very fruitful rookie season with the Las Vegas Raiders after getting selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 13

How Kirk Cousins is already showing the Raiders QB1 behavior

As the excitement over the Raiders builds with having both the veteran Cousins and rookie signal-caller Fernando Mendoza in the fold, the inevitable question is, "Which quarterback will start?"

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit

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

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Our Favorite 2026 Raiders Draft Pick, and Reasons Why

HENDERSON, Nev.—In an offseason that has been distinguished by terrific decision after terrific decision, and while the zenith was the NFL Draft, there have been even more since then.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Raiders Have Hard Schedule in 2026, Here's What Really Matters

The Las Vegas Raiders have undergone more changes than nearly any team in the National Football League. Las Vegas has made sweeping changes to its coaching staff and roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL Analysis Network / May 13

Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders lesson is that nothing will be handed to him

Fernando Mendoza arrived in Las Vegas with the résumé that changes the temperature of a building, but the Raiders’ first useful step with him has been making sure that heat does not turn into entitlement.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

How One Key Decision Turned the Raiders Around

For this Raiders organization, the last two decades have been a mess. It has been nothing but losing seasons, with no direction and no way to come out of it.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Ranking Every AFC West QB Duo From Worst to Best

The Las Vegas Raiders reside in one of the toughest divisions in football, which doesn't bode well for their chances of having a quick one-year turnaround.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

How Georgia Reunion Could Help Raiders' Defense

When the Las Vegas Raiders promoted Rob Leonard to defensive coordinator, the idea was to implement a defensive system similar to that of Leonard's former coach in Baltimore, then-defensive coordinator Mike McDonald.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / May 13

Las Vegas Raiders make a roster move that could have fans from the Bay Area feeling some type of way

The Las Vegas Raiders have to continue bringing in talent until they find the guys that they think are perfect fits. There was always the belief that the Las Vegas Raiders wanted to see what Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton could do in a real offensive system before giving up on them.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Film Study: First Look at Raiders' RB Mike Washington Jr.

The Las Vegas Raiders knew they needed to find running back depth to help out budding superstar Ashton Jeanty. Raheem Mostert and Zamir White weren't the assistance the team needed behind their rookie, who struggled for portions of the 2025 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Predicting the Raiders' 2026 Schedule: Part 2

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to soon find out when they will play each of their opponents during the 2026 regular season. The National Football League is set to release the schedule for the upcoming season.

Brenden Rice News / Football Analysis / May 13

Jerry Rice’s Heir Cycles Through 4 NFL Teams In 25 Months Before Getting Dumped

Jerry Rice owns 1,549 career receptions, 22,895 receiving yards, and 36 NFL records. His son Brenden owns zero. Zero NFL catches across three games as a rookie.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 12

Former Raiders WR Appears Before Nevada Parole Board

LAS VEGAS — Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III appeared before the Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners on May 11 as he seeks early release from prison following his 2021 fatal DUI crash.