Despite using the No. 1 pick on Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders aren’t ready to name him their starting quarterback. Kirk Cousins has started all six games for the Raiders, completing 63.4% of his passes for 1,582 yards with 14 touchdowns and five interceptions.
Mark Davis has decided his days of personally steering the Las Vegas Raiders’ search for head coaches and general managers are finished. After years of cycling through both positions with limited success, the owner told The New York Post that he intends to stay out of future hiring processes.
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) host the Los Angeles Rams (2-4) this weekend in what has been an overachieving 2026 season, and the intrigue could have a long-lasting impact.
In some instances, a rookie quarterback selected with the first pick of an NFL Draft could get frustrated by remaining a second-choice option through the end of October. It sounds like that isn't the case with Mendoza.
It was a blistering start to the season for the Las Vegas Raiders, who jumped out to a 3-0 record, with wins over the Dolphins, Chargers, and Saints. Since then, the Raiders have lost three consecutive games against the Chiefs, Patriots, and Bills.
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason was the first of many that will see several players come and go, as the Raiders' front office continues to rebuild. Over the past two offseasons, Las Vegas' front office has invested cap space and premium draft picks in revamping its roster.
Through three games the Raiders were 3-0 and riding a defensive high. But after three consecutive losses, the defense looks more than vulnerable. After holding the Dolphins, Chargers and Saints to an average of 18 points per game, the Raiders have allowed at least 30 points in the last three games.
Fernando Mendoza is still waiting for his chance to get the keys to the Las Vegas Raiders’ offense, but he’s doing what he can behind the scenes to be ready.
Three weeks ago, many wondered what could come next for the surprising Las Vegas Raiders, unbeaten after three games and looking to turn things around on a dime one year after winning three games in the entire 2025 season.
Maxx Crosby is the best player on the Raiders defense. He is constantly drawing double teams and still finds himself in the backfield, pressuring the quarterback regularly.
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Klint Kubiak and the Las Vegas Raiders are in the middle of a losing streak that has quickly made clear where they stand compared to the league's best.
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) have overachieved this season as the Los Angeles Rams (2-4) limp into Allegiant Stadium. The rebuilding Raiders didn’t get the memo about the rebuild, as they have a chance to upset the unanimous pre-season Super Bowl favorite without fighting for their post-season life.
The Las Vegas Raiders face a growing vulnerable Los Angeles Rams team on Sunday. LA will roll without star wide receiver Davante Adams and, as of Wednesday, defensive tackle Kobie Turner.
Former Cowboys All-Pro defensive back and longtime Broncos scout Cornell Green died at 86. The Cowboys announced the decorated defender’s passing Wednesday.
The Las Vegas Raiders have placed a cap on Fernando Mendoza and his playing time. The top pick of the 2026 NFL Draft last saw snaps against the New England Patriots, throwing just eight passes.
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) will host the Los Angeles Rams (2-4) at Allegiant Stadium this weekend. This season's early storyline has been the overachieving rebuilding Raiders and their impressive rookies.
The Raiders’ rushing attack has been a disaster this season, as starting running back Ashton Jeanty continues to struggle. That could open the door for Mike Washington Jr. In last week’s loss to the Bills, Jeanty turned 10 carries into 22 yards.
Off the heels of three straight losses, the Raiders have clear issues, most notably with their running game. Ashton Jeanty has yet to show he is a high-end running back in the NFL.
he Las Vegas Raiders have hit a real bump in the road, having lost their last three games, which is raising questions over their quarterback situation.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ running game has become one of the weakest in the league, averaging 79.2 yards per contest through six games and ranking 30th overall.
Tre Tucker can change a game with one catch, but he can also disappear for weeks. That contradiction puts the Las Vegas Raiders in a difficult spot as they weigh whether his big-play potential deserves a long-term commitment.
Kirk Cousins is making Las Vegas Raiders history, but they keep losing. One alarming third-quarter trend may explain why the team can’t get out of its own way.
Enough is enough. On top of a third-quarter collapse Sunday, the Las Vegas Raiders were absent in the run game once again. After allowing 165 rushing yards in New England, the defense gave up 95 yards to Buffalo’s James Cook.
The magic of Allen isn't just the fact he is one of the most productive quarterbacks in the NFL. It is also that he can also make plays that most quarterbacks will not even attempt.