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Las Vegas Raiders News / TWSN / August 20
The Las Vegas Raiders Are Already Destined to Draft Jeremiah Smith No. 1 Overall
The regular season hasn’t gotten underway yet, but it seems clear that the Las Vegas Raiders will be bound to have the first overall pick in the 2027 NFL
NFL News / Viral Sports News / August 20
Former Raiders Coach Has Reportedly Died
Frank Gansz Jr., a longtime special teams coach who helped shape the Oakland Raiders’ coverage and return units in the late 1990s, died over the weekend.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza throws brutal pick-6 in preseason vs. Texans
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza maturely expressed gratitude after making mistakes during practice, for he sincerely values the preparation aspect of professional football.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 20
Las Vegas Raiders are proving they are trying to continue to build the franchise up even off the field
The Las Vegas Raiders have plans set to improve their already state-of-the-art stadium, and Allegiant Stadium is only getting better. The Las Vegas Raiders are making changes to Allegiant Stadium, and the statement may seem odd for a building that’s only a few years old.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20
Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza gets welcome-to-the-NFL moment against Texans defense
It might have only been a preseason game, but Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza had a chance to start his first NFL game on Thursday night against the Houston Texans.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 20
Steve Mariucci names Fernando Mendoza his breakout rookie pick for 2026
Steve Mariucci is high on Las Vegas Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza. He calls the No. 1 pick his “standout” player to watch thanks to his rare raw talent.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Lindy's Sports / August 20
Raiders Seek More Allegiant Stadium Money Just Six Years After Record Subsidy
Allegiant Stadium, the home of the Las Vegas Raiders, is undoubtedly one of the best-looking modern stadiums in the league. The glass and steel structure screams modernity, and its location just off the Las Vegas Strip only adds to its resume as one of the must-see destinations in the entertainment capital of the world.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 20
3 Raiders' Rookies To Watch Against Texans
Rookies will be crucial to the Raiders’ rebuild. Finding youth that can elevate the ceiling and floor in Las Vegas will help turn one of the worst teams in the NFL into a contender.
NFL team wants $75m in taxpayers’ money to improve Super Bowl stadium just six years after it opened
A whopping $75 million in taxpayer money could be used to improve Allegiant Stadium, just six years after the facility opened in 2020. The Las Vegas Stadium Authority is considering the funding request as the venue prepares to host Super Bowl LXIII in February 2029.
NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 20
Raiders vs. Texans: 6 Things That Could Define the Preseason Showdown Between Two Fascinating Rosters
It’s hard for NFL fans to get engaged in the preseason because it doesn’t count. Their favorite teams may not be running the most complex plays and keeping everything vanilla.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
3 surprise Raiders 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1
The Las Vegas Raiders could be a surprisingly fun team to watch this fall. Las Vegas spent a lot of resources this offseason upgrading their defense and creating a brand new quarterback room.
Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / August 20
4 Keys for Fernando Mendoza's Second Preseason Game
The Raiders’ preseason games bring extra intrigue, as the top pick in the draft gets a chance to show how good he can be. Fernando Mendoza is expected to play a lot of snaps tonight, as the Raiders take on the Texans. With Kirk Cousins expected to start in Week 1, the only guaranteed time to see Mendoza play for Las Vegas is in the preseason.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20
Raiders' Maxx Crosby opens up about relationship with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes
Crosby has played only for the Raiders since they drafted him in 2019, so he is quite familiar with going up against the division-rival Chiefs and Mahomes.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 20
Las Vegas Raiders could be in a situation they found themselves in 2024, but they’re much more prepared this time
The Las Vegas Raiders have to feel confident in the depth they have on the offensive line, especially with Caleb Rogers and Jackson Powers-Johnson fighting for a starting spot.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
The $158 million improvements Raiders already eyeing for Allegiant Stadium after 2020 opening
In 2020, the Las Vegas Raiders debuted their new home, officially moving into Allegiant Stadium. Despite opening only six years ago, the Raiders are reportedly eyeing $158 million in stadium upgrades, according to NFL beat writer Adam Schefter.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 20
Raiders' Fernando Mendoza began learning Klint Kubiak's offense earlier than thought
Throughout 2026, numerous stories have detailed how Mendoza has impressed people within the Raiders with his work ethic and his understanding of the offense run by Kubiak.
Brock Bowers News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 20
Raiders TE Bowers Looks To Stake Claim As League’s Best
The Las Vegas Raiders had no shortage of issues last season. However, the injury that tight end Brock Bowers suffered during the first game set the tone for how the rest of the 2025 season would go.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 20
Tom Brady’s Fox job helped fuel Klint Kubiak’s Raiders hire, Florio says
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio thinks Tom Brady’s broadcast job doubled as a job interview, and the Las Vegas Raiders were the ones hiring. Florio is raising questions about how Brady’s TV gig factored into Klint Kubiak becoming the Raiders’ head coach.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 19
How Louis Riddick sees Raiders QB room playing out amid Fernando Mendoza hype
While Mendoza showed some bright spots in Las Vegas' preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals by going 10-of-16 for 97 yards and a touchdown, that does not entirely mean he is the best-case scenario to begin the season for the Raiders under center.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 19
Tom Brady may have given Raiders unfair advantage in hiring of Klint Kubiak
Brady has been serving as both the minority owner of the Raiders and as Fox's lead in-game NFL analyst.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Las Vegas Raiders offensive line has seen a noticeable difference already, and it has everything to do with Rick Dennison
The Las Vegas Raiders have a decent offensive line going for them, and Rick Dennison is doing things the right way. The Las Vegas Raiders had the worst offensive line in the NFL last season, finishing dead last in both run blocking and pass protection.
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / August 18
Analyst explains why Raiders' Kirk Cousins is on the 'hot seat'
It's a no-brainer decision that Kirk Cousins will start for the Las Vegas Raiders when they play their first regular-season game in September.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 18
Jerry Jones still teasing big move for Cowboys amid return of Maxx Crosby rumors
Jones received praise from Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott earlier in August for making "aggressive" moves in an attempt to end the franchise's championship drought.
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / August 15
Raiders GM drops update on Maxx Crosby's trade situation
The aftershocks of the Maxx Crosby deal or no deal are still reverberating.
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