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John Spytek has his fingerprint all over the Las Vegas Raiders’ most recent roster move, and there’s no hiding it

John Spytek has his fingerprint all over the Las Vegas Raiders’ most recent roster move, and there’s no hiding it

The Las Vegas Raiders have brought on a new linebacker, and it’s clear that John Spytek is a big fan of his. The Las Vegas Raiders are making roster moves to build their best team.

Brenden Rice News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13
Packers Claim WR Brenden Rice, Among Two Roster Moves

Packers Claim WR Brenden Rice, Among Two Roster Moves

The Green Bay Packers officially claimed WR Brenden Rice off waivers from the Raiders on Wednesday and cut DT James Ester in a corresponding move, per the NFL Transactions wire.  Rice, 24, is the son of Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / May 13
Insider still thinks Raiders could make blockbuster Crosby trade this year

Insider still thinks Raiders could make blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade this year

The Baltimore Ravens backed out of acquiring the star pass-rusher earlier this offseason for reasons related to the meniscus repair he underwent following the 2025 campaign. 

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move
How Kirk Cousins is already showing the Raiders QB1 behavior
President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / May 13
Fernando Mendoza gets important early lesson from Raiders coaches

Fernando Mendoza gets important early lesson from Raiders coaches

Fernando Mendoza arrived in Las Vegas with the kind of resume that can shift the mood of an entire building. But the Raiders’ first move with him has been to ensure that confidence doesn’t spill over into entitlement.

Breece Hall News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz
NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 13
The Raiders’ GM dropped some strong quotes about Dont’e Thornton’s future after the former Vols WR had a lackluster rookie season

The Raiders’ GM dropped some strong quotes about Dont’e Thornton’s future after the former Vols WR had a lackluster rookie season

Former Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Dont’e Thornton didn’t have a very fruitful rookie season with the Las Vegas Raiders after getting selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

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.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
Kirk Cousins News / Yardbarker / May 13
How Kirk Cousins is already showing the Raiders QB1 behavior

How Kirk Cousins is already showing the Raiders QB1 behavior

As the excitement over the Raiders builds with having both the veteran Cousins and rookie signal-caller Fernando Mendoza in the fold, the inevitable question is, "Which quarterback will start?"

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move
President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Raiders Have Hard Schedule in 2026, Here's What Really Matters

The Las Vegas Raiders have undergone more changes than nearly any team in the National Football League. Las Vegas has made sweeping changes to its coaching staff and roster.

Klint Kubiak News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Why Kubiak's First Raiders Offense Could Explode Immediately

One major move the Las Vegas Raiders made this offseason was upgrading the offensive side of the ball. After watching the Raiders' offense for a season, something had to change, and the front office made that clear.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL Analysis Network / May 13
Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders lesson is that nothing will be handed to him

Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders lesson is that nothing will be handed to him

Fernando Mendoza arrived in Las Vegas with the résumé that changes the temperature of a building, but the Raiders’ first useful step with him has been making sure that heat does not turn into entitlement.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

How One Key Decision Turned the Raiders Around

For this Raiders organization, the last two decades have been a mess. It has been nothing but losing seasons, with no direction and no way to come out of it.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
Ranking Every AFC West QB Duo From Worst to Best

Ranking Every AFC West QB Duo From Worst to Best

The Las Vegas Raiders reside in one of the toughest divisions in football, which doesn't bode well for their chances of having a quick one-year turnaround.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

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 / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
How Georgia Reunion Could Help Raiders' Defense

How Georgia Reunion Could Help Raiders' Defense

When the Las Vegas Raiders promoted Rob Leonard to defensive coordinator, the idea was to implement a defensive system similar to that of Leonard's former coach in Baltimore, then-defensive coordinator Mike McDonald.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / May 13
Las Vegas Raiders make a roster move that could have fans from the Bay Area feeling some type of way

Las Vegas Raiders make a roster move that could have fans from the Bay Area feeling some type of way

The Las Vegas Raiders have to continue bringing in talent until they find the guys that they think are perfect fits. There was always the belief that the Las Vegas Raiders wanted to see what Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton could do in a real offensive system before giving up on them.

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
 The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
 The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
Film Study: First Look at Raiders' RB Mike Washington Jr.

Film Study: First Look at Raiders' RB Mike Washington Jr.

The Las Vegas Raiders knew they needed to find running back depth to help out budding superstar Ashton Jeanty. Raheem Mostert and Zamir White weren't the assistance the team needed behind their rookie, who struggled for portions of the 2025 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
Predicting the Raiders' 2026 Schedule: Part 2

Predicting the Raiders' 2026 Schedule: Part 2

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to soon find out when they will play each of their opponents during the 2026 regular season. The National Football League is set to release the schedule for the upcoming season.

Brenden Rice News / Football Analysis / May 13
Jerry Rice’s Heir Cycles Through 4 NFL Teams In 25 Months Before Getting Dumped

Jerry Rice’s Heir Cycles Through 4 NFL Teams In 25 Months Before Getting Dumped

Jerry Rice owns 1,549 career receptions, 22,895 receiving yards, and 36 NFL records. His son Brenden owns zero. Zero NFL catches across three games as a rookie.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
Predicting the Raiders' 2026 Schedule: Part 1

Predicting the Raiders' 2026 Schedule: Part 1

The Las Vegas Raiders will soon get a better idea of what to expect during the 2026 regular season. The National Football League is set to release the schedule for the upcoming season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13
3 Things on the Raiders 2026 Schedule Wishlist

3 Things on the Raiders 2026 Schedule Wishlist

The full 2026 NFL schedule will be released on Thursday night. Although multiple primetime matchups have already been announced over the last few days, the complete slate of games for the upcoming season will finally be revealed.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 13

Raiders' Brass Knows What To Look For As OTAs Near

The number of new components for the Las Vegas Raiders as they enter the 2026 season is significant. Las Vegas has made sweeping changes to its coaching staff and roster in just a few short months.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 12
Former Raiders WR Appears Before Nevada Parole Board

Former Raiders WR Appears Before Nevada Parole Board

LAS VEGAS — Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III appeared before the Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners on May 11 as he seeks early release from prison following his 2021 fatal DUI crash.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / May 11
Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move

Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza need Raiders to make this move

The hype surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders is at a fever pitch, and there's no reason to be mad about that. The team has not one but two solid quarterbacks on their roster: veteran Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza.

President Donald Trump reacts to Fernando Mendoza's decision to skip White House visit
Could win-now Rams trade for Eagles' A.J. Brown, Raiders' Maxx Crosby?
Why Raiders may not be able trade Maxx Crosby even if they wanted to
The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 11
Raiders Waive WR Brenden Rice, Sign LB Cameron McGrone

Raiders Waive WR Brenden Rice, Sign LB Cameron McGrone

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Monday that they’ve placed WR Brenden Rice on waivers and signed LB Cameron McGrone. Rice, 24, is the son of Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 11
The Raiders’ offensive rebuild doesn’t deserve a free pass

The Raiders’ offensive rebuild doesn’t deserve a free pass

The Las Vegas Raiders’ offensive rebuild is drawing buzz, but a new coordinator and rookie QB don’t fix deeper issues. Is the optimism maybe premature?

Maxx Crosby News / The Raider Ramble / May 10
Slow Raiders news day? The Maxx Crosby and Rams speculation is back online

Slow Raiders news day? The Maxx Crosby and Rams speculation is back online

Four “ifs” walk into a Las Vegas Raiders trade rumor… Let’s get something straight. The NFL offseason is a content desert, and nothing quenches thirst quite like a star player trade rumor dressed up in “sources say” clothing.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 10
Everyone’s in on the Raiders except Jermod McCoy’s knee

Everyone’s in on the Raiders except Jermod McCoy’s knee

The Las Vegas Raiders hype is building—but one injury could change everything. How Jermod McCoy’s knee clouds the team’s rising optimism. The narrative surrounding Jermod McCoy’s selection at No.

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