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Where the Raiders Must Improve Following Bye Week

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a chance to regroup and recalibrate and must now prepare to face a daunting second half of the season. The Raiders have several things they must correct coming out of the Bye Week, especially on the offensive side of the ball.

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Who the Raiders’ X Factor Is Moving Forward

The Las Vegas Raiders ' embarrassing shutout loss to the Kansas City Chiefs highlights that this team doesn't have any playmakers. They're a talented roster, but can't seem to get it together, whether that be due to quarterback problems or coaching mismanagement.

Tyler Lockett News / Raiders Newswire / October 27

Las Vegas Signs Veteran WR Tyler Lockett

With the bye week behind them, the Las Vegas Raiders will be looking to turn their season around and try to make a run at the postseason. And the team will reportedly be bringing in a familiar face to head coach Pete Carroll and quarterback Geno Smith in veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett.

Lonnie Johnson News / A to Z Sports / October 27

Las Vegas Raiders are set to get a huge boost after the bye week to one of the worst parts of their team

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to get a big boost back on the special teams side of things, and maybe even in the secondary, as they come back from their bye week with safety Lonnie Johnson Jr.

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The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

Raiders Family Heartbroken After Loss of George Atkinson

Shortly after the passing of Carol Davis, the widow of the great Al Davis and mother of Mark Davis, the Las Vegas Raiders organization suffered another loss: George Atkinson, a player who played a significant role in one of the best and most historic eras of Raiders football.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Talk / October 27

Former Raiders S George Atkinson dies at 78

Former Raiders safety George Atkinson has died, the team announced on Monday. He was 78. No cause of death was given, though Atkinson disclosed in a 2016 interview with the San Jose Mercury News that he was experiencing symptoms consistent with CTE.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

Stunning Admission Made About Raiders' Coaching Search

The Las Vegas Raiders had a deep and thorough coaching search after firing Antonio Pierce shortly after the end of last season. From Ben Johnson to Pete Carroll, who the Raiders eventually hired, Las Vegas did their due diligence when refilling their coaching staff this past offseason.

Tyler Lockett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 27

Raiders Officially Sign WR Tyler Lockett

The Las Vegas Raiders announced they have signed WR Tyler Lockett. In correspondence, the Raiders have waived WR Justin Shorter. Lockett, 33, is a former third-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2015.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

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Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / October 27

Former Raiders S George Atkinson dies at 78

Former Oakland Raiders safety George Atkinson, who helped the team to five consecutive AFC Championship Games, has died, the team announced. He was 78.

Geno Smith News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

Analyzing the Raiders' Prized Offseason Addition

The Las Vegas Raiders gave a legitimate effort to improve their roster this offseason. Still, things have not gone their way. Joel Corry of CBS Sports took a look at how the Raiders' trade for Geno Smith has panned out for the Raiders so far.

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Tre Tucker News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

Why Tre Tucker's Development Holds the Secret to Raiders' Improvement

The Las Vegas Raiders' offense has struggled in many regards but has had a few bright spots worth noting. The Raiders spent the past two seasons searching for ways to get wide receiver Tre Tucker more involved with the offense.

Jakobi Meyers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 27

Report: Jakobi Meyers drawing trade interest from multiple teams

Jakobi Meyers requested a trade from the Las Vegas Raiders prior to the start of the season, and multiple teams reportedly have interest in the veteran wide receiver.

Jakobi Meyers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 27

Multiple Teams Interested In Trading For Jakobi Meyers, Raiders Believed To Want Day 2 Pick

Jordan Schultz reports multiple teams have shown interest in trading for Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers. Schultz mentions teams have had a tough time understanding if the Raiders are truly willing to deal him.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27

Raiders minority owner Carol Davis dies at 93

Carol Davis, the widow of late Raiders owner Al Davis, has passed away. Carol died at the age of 93 on Friday, per a team announcement. “Carol provided unbridled support and unparalleled guidance to the Davis family and the Raiders organization for over 60 years,” the Raiders said in a statement.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 27

3 Sole Raiders' Offensive Untouchable Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

The Las Vegas Raiders have been one of the most disappointing teams so far in the 2025 NFL season. After a flurry of win-now moves in the offseason, they haven't looked nearly as competitive or even competent as they had hoped to be this year.

Tyler Lockett News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27

Raiders to sign WR Tyler Lockett

Tyler Lockett‘s time with the Titans came to an end last week. The veteran wideout’s request to be release was granted, allowing him to hit the open market.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / October 27

Former All-Pro has reunited with Pete Carroll on Raiders

Tyler Lockett is surrounded by familiar faces again after the veteran wide receiver’s brief stint with the Tennessee Titans. Lockett signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Titans during the offseason, but the team released him at his request last week.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / October 26

Carol Davis, Raiders co-owner and widow of Al, dies at 93

Carol Davis, the Las Vegas Raiders' longtime co-owner and matriarch of the franchise, died Friday at 93, the team announced Sunday. "Carol provided unbridled support and unparalleled guidance to the Davis family and the Raiders organization for over 60 years," the Raiders said in a statement.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26

Cowboys must be active at trade deadline after loss to Broncos

Cowboys must consider being active at trade deadline after blowout loss to Broncos

The Dallas Cowboys still haven't snapped their unwanted streak against the Denver Broncos.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 26

Déjà Boo? The Raiders’ 2025 Squad vs. The 2006 Implosion

After last week’s blowout loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Raider Nation is asking a tough question: When was the last time the Las Vegas Raiders looked this bad?

Jakobi Meyers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 26

Raiders Could Keep WR Jakobi Meyers Amid Trade Request

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Raiders could opt to keep veteran WR Jakobi Meyers on the team despite his public request for a trade. Schefter adds that the Raiders are not willing to trade Meyers unless they get a valuable offer in return, and so far, they haven’t received one.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 26

Carol Davis passes away at age 93

Raider Nation got the week off, but they were hit with devastating news on Sunday. That afternoon, news broke out that Carol Davis, the wife of late Las Vegas Raiders owner Al Davis, mother of current principal owner Mark Davis and the First Lady of Raider Nation, passed away at the age of 93 on Friday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 26

Raiders should look into surprising wide receiver trade option

For the most part, the conversation surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders in terms of the trade deadline is who they should be selling. The season has not gone the way the Raiders have predicted, sitting at 2-5 at the bye week and coming off a shutout loss at the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Chip Kelly News / Raiders Newswire / October 25

Chris Simms Believes Chip Kelly’s On Hot Seat

The Las Vegas Raiders hit a new low in the 2025 season, getting shut out 31-0 in Week 7 against the Kansas City Chiefs. It was a pathetic showing from the Raiders, who entered the contest shorthanded, failing to contain a methodical Chiefs offense while their own scoring unit was stuck in the mud.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25