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The Raiders' Third Round Belongs to One Unit

The Raiders' Third Round Belongs to One Unit

The Las Vegas Raiders need help on both sides of the ball, but with an offense-minded head coach, the expectation is that their offense will improve more quickly than the defensive side of the ball.

Kirk Cousins News / A to Z Sports / April 10
Kirk Cousins answers one of the most important questions regarding him in 2026, and it has nothing to do with Fernando Mendoza

Kirk Cousins answers one of the most important questions regarding him in 2026, and it has nothing to do with Fernando Mendoza

The Las Vegas Raiders are happy to have Kirk Cousins healthy for the 2026 season. This comes as great news, just two years after tearing his Achilles. The Las Vegas Raiders needed to go out and grab a veteran quarterback to help mentor Fernando Mendoza.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 10
Like Everything Else, the Raiders' Offense Will Need Time

Like Everything Else, the Raiders' Offense Will Need Time

The Las Vegas Raiders' instability within their coaching staff over the past three seasons has led to an offense without an identity, among other issues.

Hunter Renfrow News / Dice City Sports / April 10
Raiders draft countdown: Hunter Renfrow is best No. 13 in team history

Raiders draft countdown: Hunter Renfrow is best No. 13 in team history

13 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.

Stephon Gilmore News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz
The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz
The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 10

Rob Leonard Is Ready to Lead Raiders' Most Significant Change

The Las Vegas Raiders will have a new play caller on the defensive side of the ball as well. The Raiders have a new defensive coordinator, and he is a familiar face with the Raiders.

NFL News / Yardbarker
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more
Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem
Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard
Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor
Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 10
Mendoza's Traits Will Help Shorten Raiders' Early Learning Curve

Mendoza's Traits Will Help Shorten Raiders' Early Learning Curve

The Las Vegas Raiders will soon draft quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft. Las Vegas handing Mendoza the playbook removed any remaining presumption.

Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / April 10
Raiders Exploit $8.7M Loophole That Forces Falcons To Pay For Their Own Ex-QB—NFL Owners Want It Gone

Raiders Exploit $8.7M Loophole That Forces Falcons To Pay For Their Own Ex-QB—NFL Owners Want It Gone

The headline read five years, $172 million. Kirk Cousins walked into the Las Vegas Raiders facility in April 2026 with a contract that looked like franchise-quarterback money.

John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 10
What Raiders Must Avoid in 2026 NFL Draft

What Raiders Must Avoid in 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders are preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, which is less than two weeks away. General Manager John Spytek has worked tirelessly throughout the offseason to rebuild and re-tool a roster that has needed to tear it down and start over for a while.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 10
1 Return the Raiders Are Highly Anticipating

1 Return the Raiders Are Highly Anticipating

The Las Vegas Raiders have addressed some of their top roster needs this offseason and will continue to do so during the NFL Draft. The Raiders will add quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 10
NFL GMs share takes about Ravens pivoting from Crosby to Hendrickson

NFL GMs share new surprising takes about Ravens pivoting from Maxx Crosby to Trey Hendrickson

For a piece published on Thursday, NFL insider Jason La Canfora of Sports Illustrated spoke with multiple general managers who praised the Ravens for addressing a clear need without giving up valuable draft assets.

Former NFL executive sounds alarms about Ravens, Lamar Jackson situation
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson 'even more ready' for Jesse Minter era
Ravens have an obvious target to help Jesse Minter's pass rush
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 9
Anonymous Raiders source pins franchise’s failures on Mark Davis

Anonymous Raiders source pins franchise’s failures on Mark Davis

The last few years for the Las Vegas Raiders have been like playing slot machines, pulling the lever each season and hoping that everything would line up and give them a jackpot.

NFL News / Yardbarker
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel
Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft
NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 9
Mind-blowing Jon Gruden, Mike Mayock NFL Draft story surfaces

Mind-blowing Jon Gruden, Mike Mayock NFL Draft story surfaces

The Las Vegas Raiders might be in the position they are in right now because of the hiring decisions the franchise made in 2018 and 2019. During the time Jon Gruden was head coach (2018-2021) and Mike Mayock was general manager (2019-2021), it turns out the organization approached at least one draft with more than one draft board.

Jon Gruden News / 5 GOATs / April 9
Las Vegas judge schedules trial between former Raiders head coach Jon Gruden, NFL

Las Vegas judge schedules trial between former Raiders head coach Jon Gruden, NFL

A trial has been set for the court case between former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden and the NFL. May 2027 is when the two will battle it out, per a Las Vegas judge.

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The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
 The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 9

Kirk Cousins to Raiders: What No One Is Talking About

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders are not merely surviving the 2026 National Football League offseason, but for the first time in decades, they are thriving, perhaps even prowling through it.

Jalen Nailor News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 9

Underestimating Raiders' Jalen Nailor's Importance Would Be a Mistake

The Las Vegas Raiders have made more notable moves this offseason, but few of those moves are as risky, on paper, as their signing of veteran wide receiver Jalen Nailor.

Kirk Cousins News / Raiders Newswire / April 9
Kirk Cousins Wants ‘Best Player’ To Start At Quarterback For Raiders

Kirk Cousins Wants ‘Best Player’ To Start At Quarterback For Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders are widely expected to take Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but that didn’t stop them from signing veteran signal-caller Kirk Cousins to what is essentially a one-year, $20 million contract.

Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / April 9
Kirk Cousins explains how the Raiders should handle who starts at QB 

Kirk Cousins explains how the Raiders should handle who starts at QB 

Cousins has own thoughts about how the Raiders should handle their quarterback situation. 

Kirk Cousins humbly walking into likely competition with Fernando Mendoza
Raiders' Kirk Cousins wants to learn one thing from Fernando Mendoza
Why Raiders' Tom Brady may be hyped about marrying Fernando Mendoza with Kirk Cousins, Klint Kubiak
Kirk Cousins details 'life-giving call with' Tom Brady before signing with Raiders
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 9
If history repeats itself, Fernando Mendoza will be doomed

If Raiders repeat past mistakes in 2026 NFL Draft, presumptive No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza will be doomed 

The Raiders can avoid ruining Mendoza's pro career by building a better roster.

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No. 1, then who?
Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft
Raiders' Kirk Cousins wants to learn one thing from Fernando Mendoza
Cousins opens up about signing with Raiders with Mendoza likely looming
The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz
Indiana Hoosiers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Fernando Mendoza is unfazed by a concern about his NFL future

Fernando Mendoza is unfazed by a concern about his NFL future

Most signs point to the Las Vegas Raiders selecting Fernando Mendoza with the top overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. What is much less certain, however, are Mendoza’s chances of becoming a star in the pros.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft
If Raiders repeat past mistakes in 2026 NFL Draft, presumptive No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza will be doomed 
Why Raiders' Tom Brady may be hyped about marrying Fernando Mendoza with Kirk Cousins, Klint Kubiak
The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / April 9
Cousins details 'life-giving call with' Brady before signing with Raiders

Kirk Cousins details 'life-giving call with' Tom Brady before signing with Raiders

Cousins signed what is basically a one-year, $20M contract to join the Raiders this offseason.

Why Raiders' Tom Brady may be hyped about marrying Fernando Mendoza with Kirk Cousins, Klint Kubiak
Kirk Cousins humbly walking into likely competition with Fernando Mendoza
Raiders' Kirk Cousins wants to learn one thing from Fernando Mendoza
The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 8
Hometown Speedster Zachariah Branch Emerging as Intriguing Target for Raiders

Hometown Speedster Zachariah Branch Emerging as Intriguing Target for Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders continue to do their homework ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft and one name gaining traction is a familiar one in more ways than one. Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch is quickly emerging as a potential Day 2 target, bringing elite speed, local roots, and a legacy tied directly to the Raiders organization.

Tom Flores News / Dice City Sports / April 8
Raiders draft countdown: Tom Flores is best No. 15 in team history

Raiders draft countdown: Tom Flores is best No. 15 in team history

15 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 / Pro Football Rumors / April 7
Mark Davis Did Not Want Raiders To Trade OLB Maxx Crosby

Mark Davis Did Not Want Raiders To Trade OLB Maxx Crosby

Either the Raiders are in a holding pattern with Maxx Crosby, waiting until the trade window that reopens through the draft annually to accept another offer, or they are truly prepared to move forward with a player they were ready to unload in a blockbuster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 7
Raiders Re-Sign RFA C Jordan Meredith & ERFA DE Charles Snowden

Raiders Re-Sign RFA C Jordan Meredith & ERFA DE Charles Snowden

The Las Vegas Raiders have re-signed restricted free agent C Jordan Meredith and exclusive rights free agent DE Charles Snowden, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire.

Ian Thomas News / Pro Football Rumors / April 7
Raiders To Re-Sign TE Ian Thomas

Raiders To Re-Sign TE Ian Thomas

Ian Thomas signed with the Raiders last March, ending his lengthy run in Carolina. The veteran tight end is positioned for a second straight year in Vegas.

Klint Kubiak News / Pro Football Rumors / April 7
Kirk Cousins Eyed Klint Kubiak Reunion When Joining Raiders

Kirk Cousins Eyed Klint Kubiak Reunion When Joining Raiders

Kirk Cousins officially signed with the Raiders yesterday. Vegas remains on course to select Fernando Mendoza first overall in the upcoming draft, but Cousins could begin the 2026 season atop the depth chart.

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