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Raiders Hire Marquice Williams As Sr. ST Coach, Omar Young As RBs Coach

The Raiders made two key hires on Friday as they work to fill out Klint Kubiak‘s new staff. Marquice Williams has accepted a role as the team’s senior special teams coach, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, while Omar Young will oversee the running back room (via a team announcement).

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Analyzing the Raiders' Highest Priority This Offseason

The Las Vegas Raiders will soon be able to breathe easy, as they will finally eliminate a problem that has plagued them for far too long. The Raiders have had arguably the worst group of quarterbacks of any team in the National Football League over the past three seasons.

Klint Kubiak News / Raiders Newswire / February 20

Klint Kubiak: I Have To Earn Right To Coach Raiders

New Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has a big task in front of him in trying to lead this franchise back to its previous glory amongst the NFL’s elite teams.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / February 20

Pair of Las Vegas Raiders Pro Bowlers crack distinguished list

Pro Football Focus, which showcases the league’s top talent, recently featured two elite players from the Las Vegas Raiders on a prominent list. Say what you want about this past season’s struggles, but the Silver and Black do have some stellar pieces to build around.

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How many of the players in the Super Bowl Era to spend the most seasons with each franchise can you name in five minutes?

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1 Free Agent Shoots Down the Idea of Joining Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders are primed for a busy offseason. With plenty of needs and plenty of money to spend, the Raiders are expected to be very active in free agency this offseason.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Maxx Crosby News / A to Z Sports / February 20

ESPN proposes a Bucs trade offer for Raiders Maxx Crosby, but the terms would require parting with a Tampa Bay star

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in dire need of help on defense this offseason, and perhaps none more so than at outside linebacker. The Bucs' prize signing of last offseason, Haason Reddick, was on a one-year contract, and after a disappointing season, a reunion is all but certainly off the board.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 20

What the Raiders Need in Addition to Fernando Mendoza

The Las Vegas Raiders' roster is set for a significant facelift this offseason, as it is in dire need of change. The Raiders have a lot of work to do on its roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 20

1 Underrated Decision the Raiders Must Soon Make

The Las Vegas Raiders' roster is full of holes and questions that need answering this offseason. As they rebuild their roster from top to bottom, the Raiders will have multiple players they must decide whether or not to keep moving forward.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 20

1 Bold Way Raiders Can Use Cap Space Surplus

The Las Vegas Raiders have already accomplished a ton in the 2026 NFL offseason, weeks before free agency has even kicked off. They've already brought on a sterling new staff, headlined by Head Coach Klint Kubiak and Offensive Coordinator Andrew Janosko, both of whom came over from the Seattle Seahawks fresh off a victory in Super Bowl LX.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / February 20

Raiders draft countdown: Adam Treu is best No. 62

Sixty-two days remain until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick as this daily countdown continues through the franchise’s best players by jersey number.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 20

What Rick Dennison Brings to Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders have officially hired their next offensive line coach. Rick Dennison joins the Silver and Black in a position last held by Brennan Carroll, Pete Carroll’s son.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 20

Kubiak Makes Most Important Hire for Raiders' Ashton Jeanty

A big thing that new Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak wants to do is run the ball. Running the ball is a whole part of Kubiak's offense. His run first mindset is one of the bread and butters of Kubiak's offense.

Geno Smith News / Football Analysis / February 20

Darkest Season in Raiders History—6 Coaches In 10 Days As Raiders Bring Back Travis Smith While $18M Dead Cap Looms

The Las Vegas Raiders finished the 2025 NFL season at 3–14—tied for the worst record in the entire league and the franchise’s lowest winning percentage (.176) since their Oakland days in 2006.

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Raiders Continue to Improve Their Special Teams Unit

The Las Vegas Raiders continued to improve their special teams unit. That unit was a struggle last season, and the Raiders know that if they want to be at their best, they need to make sure they are the best at all three phases.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 19

Former Iowa assistant hired to oversee Ashton Jeanty’s development

The Las Vegas Raiders plucked from the college ranks Thursday to help Ashton Jeanty. And this former Iowa assistant will join the Klint Kubiak led coaching staff.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Lead / February 19

Raiders Made the Right Call Promoting Rob Leonard to DC

The Las Vegas Raiders have begun filling out their coaching staff under Klint Kubiak. Kubiak and the front office found his defensive coordinator through an internal search, promoting defensive run game coordinator and defensive line coach Rob Leonard.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 19

What the Raiders Need To Do To Spruce Up Their LB Room

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of glaring holes in their roster, ones that need to be filled before they can be a competitive team again. It's unreasonable to think that they'll all be addressed this offseason, but I have hope that every area will be addressed either through free agency or through the draft.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 19