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Identifying 1 Critical Connection for Raiders Moving Forward
In many ways, the Las Vegas Raiders are rebuilding their roster from scratch. Bad seasons have landed young talent via the draft and set them up for the future.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / May 5
Raiders rookie is making it well known that he doesn’t have a preference regarding the biggest question he keeps being asked
The Las Vegas Raiders drafted an extremely versatile player in Trey Zuhn, but he doesn’t have a preference in where he plays. There was a theme among a few of the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 NFL Draft picks.
Hidden Impact Fernando Mendoza Might Have on Raiders
HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders scrutinized and placed their new franchise quarterback under the microscope throughout the NFL Draft process, and didn’t like what they saw; they loved what they saw.
The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz
How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / May 5
Fernando Mendoza faces the biggest challenge of his rookie transition with the Raiders
While Fernando Mendoza was the headline pick for Las Vegas, there’s been a quieter addition that might have just as much impact. Free agent running back Alexander Mattison has joined the roster on a one-year deal, following his release from Minnesota earlier this spring.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
'Too Good To Be True.' Storylines Around Raiders' Mendoza
Fernando Mendoza is the latest No. 1 overall quarterback that will have all eyes on him until the start of the 2026 NFL season. We have seen this before with all the other No.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 5
The Las Vegas Raiders Part Ways With Linebacker, Jamin Davis
The Las Vegas Raiders picked 10 rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft, which meant former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis was let go. He’s the one left out of this football story.
Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 5
Maxx Crosby Ready To Lead Raiders Into New Era
The Las Vegas Raiders tend to make news for the wrong reasons. Whether it was with star players, draft picks, decision-making from the boss-man, Mark Davis, or bungled free-agent signings such as Christian Wilkins, Las Vegas couldn't seem to catch a break.
Kirk Cousins News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders minicamp presser was a masterclass the NFL should study
The Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback spoke about Cuban immigrant grandparents, absorbing Kirk Cousins “by osmosis” and a franchise standard most teams only pretend to have.
Determining if Raiders' WR Talent Is Sufficient
Much has been made known about how the Las Vegas Raiders approached acquiring wide receiver talent. There are no household-wide receiver names on the roster, and there should be some consternation about how that room looks as we approach the regular season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 5
Raiders add some familiar faces for Fernando Mendoza
The Raiders are doing the right thing by ensuring the face of the franchise has familiar faces and a friendly environment to grow and flourish as he transitions to the pros.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL Analysis Network / May 5
Fernando Mendoza is already learning the hardest part of the Raiders’ rookie transition
The Raiders took Fernando Mendoza first overall, but the early lesson in Las Vegas has less to do with draft status than footwork. By May 5, Mendoza was
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza on learning the NFL: 'It’s coming like a fire hose'
The Las Vegas Raiders made their bet. Now comes the hard part. Las Vegas selected Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and for a franchise that has spent years searching for its next cornerstone quarterback, the pressure on the 22-year-old is immediate and immense.
Raiders' Young Core Will Need To Show Eventual Results
A lot of turnover is never a good thing for an NFL team. Both on and off the field, that is something that they never want to have or see. For the Raiders organization, that has been the case for many years, especially since they moved to Las Vegas.
What Other NFL Execs Are Saying About Raiders' Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders exited the 2026 NFL Draft with 10 selections, and the front office took full advantage of picking from the No. 1 spot. Earlier this
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
Post-2026 Raiders draft interview with RaiderNationRadio’s Q Myers
The 2026 NFL Draft was a memorable day for Las Vegas Raiders fans. In addition to securing a franchise quarterback, the team added a multitude of talent around him.
Several Young Raiders Have Pathways to Significant Playing Time
The Las Vegas Raiders roster is much improved from where it was just a few months ago, fresh off a 3-14 campaign. Las Vegas had no shortage of issues in 2025 or the years preceding it.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 5
3 Wild Overreactions to the Raiders’ 2026 Draft (And Why They’re Wrong)
The Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 draft sparked instant hype—and panic. Here are three early overreactions that miss the bigger picture and what actually matters moving forward.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 4
The Raiders Release Their Starting Defensive End of the Last Two Seasons
The Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with a defensive end who anchored their lineup for 18 starts over the last two seasons. This move is sure to spark discussion among football fans and analysts alike.
Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / May 5
College coaches share bad news for Raiders fans about Fernando Mendoza hype
The Raiders grabbed who those running the organization hope will prove to be a long-term franchise quarterback when they made Mendoza the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 3
Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza is setting the tone—now it has to stick
Fernando Mendoza is already setting the tone for the Las Vegas Raiders—now the question is whether the rest of the locker room can keep up. Forget the highlight reel and forget the Heisman.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / May 3
Raiders Release DE Charles Snowden
In a flurry of moves following their second day of rookie minicamp, the Raiders released veteran defensive end Charles Snowden. Along with Snowden, the team waived offensive guards McClendon Curtis and Layden Robinson and recently signed undrafted free agent tight end Matt Lauter out of Boise State.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / May 3
Raiders Optimistic CB Jermod McCoy Can Play In 2026, Avoid Immediate Surgery
As the 2026 draft rolled along, one of the biggest storylines became cornerback Jermod McCoy ’s continued slide down the board. That was not a surprising development; an obvious first-round talent, predraft reports indicated McCoy’s stock could be undermined by the long-term prognosis for his medically-repaired knee.
Charles Snowden News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 3
Raiders Announced Eight Moves Saturday, Waived OLB Charles Snowden
The Las Vegas Raiders announced eight roster moves late on Sunday, including waiving OLB Charles Snowden. Las Vegas also waived G McClendon Curtis, TE Matt Lauter and G Layden Robinson.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 3
Former Kirk Cousins teammate could rejoin him with Raiders
Following the NFL Draft, the Raiders are perfecting their lineup and filling in gaps.
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