Yardbarker
A Maxx Crosby trade works for the Lions if...

A Maxx Crosby trade works for the Lions if...

It is a never-ending thing, isn't it? Last offseason, we talked about the possibility of a Maxx Crosby trade for the Detroit Lions and how the Lions actually did reach out to the Raiders during the trade deadline.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Spun / December 29
Pete Carroll Was Asked About His Job Security After Sunday's Loss

Pete Carroll Was Asked About His Job Security After Sunday's Loss

2025 couldn't have gone much worse for Pete Carroll and the Las Vegas Raiders. After coming out of retirement to coach the Silver and Black following an incredible run in Seattle, nearly everything that could've gone wrong did for the iconic AFC franchise — from the play of Geno Smith, to the injuries to Brock Bowers and Pro Bowler Maxx Crosby.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 29
Raiders players lash out against tanking talk

Raiders players lash out against tanking talk after Maxx Crosby decision, loss to Giants

Outsiders predictably said that the Las Vegas Raiders were "tanking" the remainder of the season in an attempt to claim the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft when they shut Crosby down against his wishes last week due to a knee injury.

NFL Week 17 winners, losers: Raiders end up winning with Week 17 loss
Raiders HC Pete Carroll addresses talk of him being on hot seat
Could Raiders' Maxx Crosby request a trade after controversial decision?
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
Matthew Stafford News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most NFL pass completions' quiz

The 'Most NFL pass completions' quiz

How many of the 35 quarterbacks in NFL history to complete at least 3,000 passes in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 60,000 passing-yard club' quiz
The 'NFL Offensive Players of the Year' quiz
The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 29
One Splash Trade the Raiders Should Consider at QB

One Splash Trade the Raiders Should Consider at QB

The Las Vegas Raiders must address the quarterback position this offseason if they want any chance to improve next season. Over the last few seasons, the quarterback position has been a huge problem for the Silver and Black.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 29
Raiders Finish 2025 Fantasy Season with Another Dud

Raiders Finish 2025 Fantasy Season with Another Dud

The Las Vegas Raiders showed some life last week against the Houston Texans. They couldn't get the win, but they played a Super Bowl contender down to the wire, falling just short at 23-21, with the defense allowing C.J.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 29
Raiders HC Pete Carroll addresses talk of him being on hot seat

Raiders HC Pete Carroll addresses talk of him being on hot seat

The Raiders have the worst record in football with just one game remaining in Carroll's first season with the team. 

Could Raiders' Maxx Crosby request a trade after controversial decision?
Raiders in position to earn No. 1 pick after blowout loss to Giants
Three NFL teams that should try to trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby after star pass-rusher 'left the building' in Las Vegas
The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history
The 'Multiple 200-receiving yard NFL games' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 29
Could Maxx Crosby request a trade after controversial decision?

Could Raiders' Maxx Crosby request a trade after controversial decision?

Crosby isn't thrilled that he was recently shut down by the team for the remainder of the season because of a lingering knee injury.

Are Raiders hurting Maxx Crosby relationship in potential tanking effort?
Three NFL teams that should try to trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby after star pass-rusher 'left the building' in Las Vegas
The 25 best NFL nicknames of all-time
The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 29
Three Major Takeaways From the Raiders Illuminating Loss to the Giants

Three Major Takeaways From the Raiders Illuminating Loss to the Giants

The Las Vegas Raiders have done it. They've secured the number one overall pick in the upcoming draft class, just their second in franchise history. Their first go-around at a first pick blew up in their face, but they have a chance to make amends and restructure the course of their franchise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 29
What We Learned from the Raiders' Beatdown vs. Giants

What We Learned from the Raiders' Beatdown vs. Giants

The Las Vegas Raiders are 2-14 and are a week away from finally ending a long, and dreadful season. The Raiders ' matchup against the New York Giants featured all of the good and bad the Raiders had to offer this season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 28
Raiders’ Maxx Crosby, Brock Bowers spotted on milk carton at Giants game

Raiders’ Maxx Crosby, Brock Bowers spotted on milk carton at Giants game

The frustration surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders’ lost season found its most biting expression Sunday in the stands. During the Raiders’ Week 17 home

NFL News / Yardbarker
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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

Raiders Have Nowhere Left to Fall — How Can They Fix a Broken Franchise?

LAS VEGAS, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders fell to a dismal 2-14 on the season tonight, while taking the lead for the number one overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

  Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!
The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz
 The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz
The 'NFL rookie QBs to win a playoff game' quiz
 The 'NFL rookie QBs to win a playoff game' quiz
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
 The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
The 'Most 3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz
 The 'Most 3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz
Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28
Pete Carroll Faces the Music Following Yet Another Raiders Loss

Pete Carroll Faces the Music Following Yet Another Raiders Loss

If there was any doubt that the Las Vegas Raiders are indeed rebuilding, Sunday's loss to the New York Giants and all but securing the No. 1 overall pick should remove that doubt.

Michael Mayer News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28
1 Thing Raiders' Michael Mayer Proved vs. Giants

1 Thing Raiders' Michael Mayer Proved vs. Giants

Aside from getting a step closer to securing the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft, there were not many bright spots in the Las Vegas Raiders' loss to the New York Giants on Sunday.

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28
Why Ashton Jeanty Couldn't Prevent Raiders' 10th Consecutive Loss

Why Ashton Jeanty Couldn't Prevent Raiders' 10th Consecutive Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders entered Sunday's matchup against the New York Giants with the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft on the line. Both teams sat several players ahead of the matchup, making the matchup much more interesting than it should be between two bad teams.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 28
Raiders Now In Line To Land No. 1 Overall Pick For 2026

Raiders Now In Line To Land No. 1 Overall Pick For 2026

In what would be a snoozer of a game any time before, say, Week 14, today’s matchup between the two teams with the worst records in the NFL held huge implications for each franchise’s future.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 28
Raiders in line for No. 1 pick in NFL Draft after embarrassing loss to Giants

Raiders in line for No. 1 pick in NFL Draft after embarrassing loss to Giants

The Las Vegas Raiders now hold the worst record in the NFL after falling 34-10 to the New York Giants in Week 17. The only upside about being 2-14 is that the Raiders are now in pole position for the No.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28
The Good, Bad, and Ugly from the Raiders' Loss to Giants

The Good, Bad, and Ugly from the Raiders' Loss to Giants

The Las Vegas Raiders' matchup against the New York Giants was shorthanded on both sides. However, Las Vegas was much more short-handed than their opponent, which hurt them for Sunday's game but helped them in the long term.

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

Raiders Score Biggest Win in Years Despite Another Embarrassing Loss

The Raiders now have full control of the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft heading into the final week of the regular season. The Las Vegas Raiders were back on the field at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday, looking to stop their losing streak.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / December 28
Raiders hit rock bottom, fall to Giants

Raiders hit rock bottom, fall to Giants

In one more week, the Las Vegas Raiders could be on the clock. On Sunday, the Raiders lost their tenth straight game, falling to the New York Giants 34-10 at Allegiant Stadium.

Maxx Crosby News / The Raider Ramble / December 28
Raiders legend cuts through the noise on Maxx Crosby and 'tanking' accusation

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.

Pete Carroll News / The Raider Ramble / December 28
Head coach Pete Carroll’s first Raiders season could also be his last

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.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / December 28
Super Tank Bowl: Raiders and Giants square off for first pick

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.

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.