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The Raiders are gifted a shot at their future QB in new wave of mock drafts

The latest mock drafts around the internet hand the Las Vegas Raiders a surprising path to one of two intriguing quarterback prospects, reshaping expectations for general manager John Spytek’s strategy.

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An open letter to Mark Davis on the state of the Las Vegas Raiders

I have been a die-hard member of Raider Nation since 1998. We even crossed paths at Rickey’s when Jon Gruden returned in 2018. For decades, I watched this organization struggle until I eventually entered sports journalism myself, hoping to understand why the “Commitment to Excellence” has fallen so far short.

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The 'NFL's active 300-yard passers' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 300 yards in a game can you name in eight minutes?

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

Maxx Crosby News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 28

Raiders DE Maxx Crosby Could Re-Evaluate Future With Las Vegas This Offseason

According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, Raiders DE Maxx Crosby was not happy about being shut down for the rest of the season and placed on injured reserve with a knee injury. Rapoport says this will cause Crosby to evaluate his future with the Raiders going forward.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Maxx Crosby News / The Raider Ramble / December 28

Raiders legend cuts through the noise on Maxx Crosby and 'tanking' accusation

Las Vegas Raiders legend Charles Woodson is never shy about sharing his honest thoughts on anything related to his old squad—the Maxx Crosby ordeal is not off limits.

Maxx Crosby News / The Raider Ramble / December 28

No, the Raiders aren’t tanking—and no, Maxx Crosby isn’t leaving

The Maxx Crosby “controversy” has officially entered its performance-art phase, where online commentators scream that the Las Vegas Raiders are “tanking” while ignoring the part where No.

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

Why Raiders Are Favorites to Land No. 1 Pick in 2026 Draft

The 2025 NFL season didn't play out as expected for the Las Vegas Raiders. This franchise was hoping to take significant steps toward playoff contention this year, and it made a series of aggressive, win-now moves to try to achieve that goal.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 28

Raiders GM John Spytek did get one thing right with Patrick Graham’s defense

John Spytek’s first year with the Las Vegas Raiders as general manager has been a divisive topic—but there’s one move he did get right. In a season defined by chaos and weekly futility, the Raiders finally have a storyline that breaks the gloom.

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

Why Raiders Must Keep It Simple in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders are one of two teams that have the highest chance to land the first overall pick in the upcoming draft. Their Week 17 matchup will determine who gets it, and the potential landing place of Fernando Mendoza.

Pete Carroll News / The Raider Ramble / December 28

Head coach Pete Carroll’s first Raiders season could also be his last

When all is said and done, will Pete Carroll simply become another “one and done” head coach in the history of the Las Vegas Raiders? Carroll was supposed to be the adult in the room.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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

One Player the Raiders Need to Bring Back Next Season

It has been a disappointing season for the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2025 NFL season. Most of the moves that the Raiders made going into this season have not worked out the way that they would have liked to.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / December 28

Super Tank Bowl: Raiders and Giants square off for first pick

This was far from where the Las Vegas Raiders expected to be in the season, but they are here now. On Sunday, the Raiders face off with the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium in a game with serious draft implications.

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The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz

The 'NFL rookie QBs to win a playoff game' quiz

The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz

The 'Most 3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

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

Where the Raiders Stand Heading into Week 17

The Las Vegas Raiders' matchup against the New York Giants on Sunday will be a game between two of the worst teams in the league. Considering the Raiders will be without Maxx Crosby, Brock Bowers, Kolton Miller, and Jackson Powers-Johnson, they are fielding the league's worst roster on Sunday.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28

How the Undermanned Raiders Plan to Beat the Giants

The Las Vegas Raiders rested several of their best players this week, leading up to their Week 17 matchup against the New York Giants. Las Vegas will be without several players that are critical to its chances of winning on Sunday, on both sides of the ball.

Dont'e Thornton Jr. News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28

The Next Steps for Raiders' Rookie WR Dont'e Thornton Jr.

Although the Las Vegas Raiders' rookie class did not have the impact they would have liked this season, the Raiders still need the group to continue developing over the next two weeks and throughout the offseason.

Maxx Crosby News / The SportsRush / December 28

'Injured' Maxx Crosby Sends Cryptic Message to Raiders With Basketball Video Amid Trade Rumors

Maxx Crosby seems to have sent a clear and public message before the Las Vegas Raiders could fully control the narrative. Hours after being placed on injured reserve, the Raiders’ star edge rusher posted multiple photos and videos on social media showing himself playing basketball and jumping on a trampoline.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 28

Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty expected to suit up vs. Giants in Week 17

The “Tank Bowl” for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft just got a lot more interesting. Despite heavy speculation that the Las Vegas Raiders might sit their star rookie running back to preserve their draft position, Ashton Jeanty is expected to take the field Sunday against the New York Giants.