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Las Vegas Raiders just lost their best shot at drastically improving one of their more questionable position groups
The Las Vegas Raiders were not able to sign veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings, but they should just keep the position group the same. The Las Vegas Raiders are a much-improved team going into 2026, and we haven’t even seen them play a game yet.
Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 8
With New Pieces, Ashton Jeanty Could Be Force for Raiders
For the past few years, the NFL has been on a hot streak of standout running backs in the NFL Draft. More talent is surging at the position as offenses continue to evolve, finding ways to attack smaller defenses with heavier personnel packages and balanced run games.
Raiders’ Need at Wide Receiver Overwhelmingly Recognized
The Las Vegas Raiders improved multiple areas of their roster, but the wide receiver corps still leaves a lot to be desired. Earlier this week, ESPN's NFL analyst Aaron Schatz shared his thoughts on each team's biggest need after the NFL draft.
The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards in multiple NFL seasons can you name in five minutes?
Here's Why Each Raiders Rookie Could Start, And Why They Won't
The Las Vegas Raiders have had an eventful offseason, making wholesale changes to their coaching staff and roster. Las Vegas used a productive start to free agency to eliminate several of its most pressing roster needs.
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.
Biggest Raiders Winners and Losers After the Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders had a solid draft haul, securing 10 players who all have a legitimate shot at making the roster. Las Vegas aims to turn things around sooner rather than later, with the draft being the most recent step of that plan.
Why Mendoza Well-Positioned for Success in Las Vegas
More often than not, it is not when you go, but where you go. When you hear that, you think about teams like the Las Vegas Raiders because of their poor draft history.
Rob Leonard Has Plan To Elevate Raiders' Defensive Line
The Las Vegas Raiders were a disaster in 2025, and both sides of the ball are to blame. I thought their defense was better than their offense, but it mattered little when Geno Smith's turnovers consistently put them in bad spots.
Top Orthopedic Surgeon Gives Raiders’ Fans Great Hope for McCoy Pick
HENDERSON, Nev. — The Raiders have had a terrific offseason as they rebuild the once-storied franchise back into a consistent winner. By all accounts, every move, from the hiring of Klint Kubiak and the process, free agency, and the NFL draft, has been outstanding this offseason.
Raiders Wide Receivers Have Chance To Prove Doubters Wrong
One of the critical aspects of team building, specifically when constructing the roster around the quarterback, is to provide said passer with the tools necessary to be a successful player in the NFL.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 7
Vikings Request Three More For GM Interviews Including Former Raiders GM Dave Ziegler
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Vikings have requested an interview with Titans assistant GM Dave Ziegler for their GM opening. Pelissero adds
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.
Under Kubiak, Raiders Will Search for New Wave of Leaders
The Las Vegas Raiders have had their fair share of issues over the past few seasons. Most of those issues centered around poor coaching and, arguably, an even worse roster.
Raiders' Offseason Moves Confirm Their Due Diligence
The Las Vegas Raiders have had one of the best offseasons, collectively, of any team in the National Football League. Las Vegas entered the offseason in need of many, many things, but it has done a solid job of eliminating many of those needs via free agency and the NFL Draft.
Name of the Game for Raiders During Rebuild
The Las Vegas Raiders' roster has arguably been their biggest downfall in recent memory. Las Vegas has had no shortage of issues that need to be addressed, and still do.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 7
The Raiders’ offense could explode if Ashton Jeanty and Tre Tucker deliver
The Las Vegas Raiders are selling hope, and it’s an easy sell. Ashton Jeanty rushed for 975 yards as a rookie in 2025, and now the arithmetic is being done for us: seven more carries at his same 3.66 yards per carry clip, and he clears 1,000.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 7
Could win-now Rams trade for Eagles' A.J. Brown, Raiders' Maxx Crosby?
Do the Rams have another blockbuster move up their sleeve?
Wide Receivers Raiders Should Pursue Via Trade or Free Agency
While the Las Vegas Raiders left the 2026 NFL Draft with several players who solve some of their problems, one area that remains a major question mark heading into next season is the wide receiver position.
Raiders' Fernando Mendoza Invited to Signature NFL Event
The Las Vegas Raiders' first overall pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza, will be heading even further West, from the Desert to Los Angeles. The National Football League invited him to the NFLPA Rookie Premiere.
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / May 6
Why Raiders may not be able trade Maxx Crosby even if they wanted to
The Raiders have insisted they're happy to have Crosby on the roster after the bizarre failed trade with the Ravens. But do they have a choice?
Exclusive: NFL Exec Praises Raiders’ Run Game Progress
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders had the right idea last season when they came in talking about improving the running game, and even addressing it in a big way via the NFL Draft.
Las Vegas Emerges as a Global Model for Sports Development
Las Vegas is reinforcing its position as a global center by integrating events, teams, and tourism within a citywide system. This system is supported by investment and a long-term growth strategy.
Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / May 7
Three teams that should pursue Stefon Diggs
Diggs has put his legal issue behind him, and with teams now having some clarity on that situation here are three which should pursue the wide receiver.
Kirk Cousins News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders minicamp presser was a masterclass the NFL should study
The Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback spoke about Cuban immigrant grandparents, absorbing Kirk Cousins “by osmosis” and a franchise standard most teams only pretend to have.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza on learning the NFL: 'It’s coming like a fire hose'
The Las Vegas Raiders made their bet. Now comes the hard part. Las Vegas selected Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and for a franchise that has spent years searching for its next cornerstone quarterback, the pressure on the 22-year-old is immediate and immense.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 4
The Raiders Release Their Starting Defensive End of the Last Two Seasons
The Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with a defensive end who anchored their lineup for 18 starts over the last two seasons. This move is sure to spark discussion among football fans and analysts alike.
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