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On YouTubeJohn Spytek News / The Raider Ramble / December 20
Raiders 1-Round Mock Draft: GM John Spytek finally ends the linebacker drought
The Las Vegas Raiders haven’t drafted a linebacker in the first round in nearly a generation—is it time that second-year general manager John Spytek ends the drought?
Thomas Booker News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
1 Hurdle the Raiders, Thomas Booker Must Overcome
The Las Vegas Raiders' defense has not played up to its capabilities over the last three weeks of the season. There are several reasons for that, but it will be up to them to turn things around over the next few weeks.
The '2004-05 NFL passing leaders' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks with the most passing yards for each NFL team in the 2004-05 season can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
Putting the Raiders' Struggles into Eye-Popping Perspective
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to lose the battle at the most critical position on the field. Their 2-12 record confirms that games are won and lost in the trenches.
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.
NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
Why the Raiders Must Adjust Their Approach Against the Texans
The Las Vegas Raiders' season has gone awry, but there are still three games remaining. This includes Sunday's road matchup with the red-hot Houston Texans.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
Why the Raiders’ Defense Can’t Afford Another Repeat Performance
The Las Vegas Raiders are set to take on the Houston Texans on the road this Sunday. Las Vegas looks to snap their eight-game losing streak but will have to do so against one of the better teams in the National Football League.
Tom Brady News / The Raider Ramble / December 20
Tom Brady’s silence speaks volumes about Raiders dysfunction
After another unsightly performance from the Las Vegas Raiders—a 31-0 drubbing by the Philadelphia Eagles—talking about pro football in Las Vegas has become increasingly difficult.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
A Closer Look at the Raiders’ Developing Rookie Class
The Las Vegas Raiders have had little to look forward to on Sundays, as their glaring needs have derailed the season. At 2-12, the Raiders have begun looking towards the future.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
Geno Smith’s Future With Raiders Revealed In Latest Report
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith has been perhaps the organization’s biggest disappointment in an underwhelming 2025 season. After reviving his career with the Seattle Seahawks, new head coach Pete Carroll sent a third-round pick to Seattle for the veteran’s services.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
The Raiders' Defense Is Focused on 1 Thing
The Las Vegas Raiders ' defense has been one of the few bright spots in what has been a lost season. However, the unit has had a few shaky performances over the past three weeks.
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 20
Why the Raiders Have Their Stiffest Challenge Yet
There are two different kinds of bad teams in sports. There are spunky rosters filled with young talent who might not have the experience or polish necessary to win consistently, but have the upside and playmaking to pull off an upset on any given night.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
Raider Nation Reveals True Feelings on Drafting Future Quarterback
The Las Vegas Raiders are in line for the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. With three games left, the Raiders are 2-12, and if they lose those remaining three games, they will clinch the No.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
The Biggest Priority the Raiders Must Have Down the Stretch
It's been a tough time for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025. Since the start of the calendar year, the Raiders have only won twice. 2026 is only a few weeks away, and there should only be one thing on the Raiders new years resolution list.
NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20
How the Raiders Can Halt the Texans' Momentum
The Las Vegas Raiders' nightmare 2025 season is almost over, as they only have three games left to play this season. They're well out of the playoff hunt, so once they play that final Week 18 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, that'll be it for them this season.
Geno Smith News / Field Level Media / December 19
Raiders QB Geno Smith back as starter vs. Texans
Quarterback Geno Smith will return to the starting lineup for the Las Vegas Raiders after a one-game absence, coach Pete Carroll said Friday. Smith missed last Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles due to shoulder and back injuries.
Geno Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20
Las Vegas Raiders' Geno Smith expected to start for rest of season, Kenny Pickett heads back to the bench
A shoulder injury held Raiders quarterback Geno Smith out in Week 15, but he’s making a quick return. Head coach Pete Carroll announced that Smith will start against the Texans on Sunday (via Levi Edwards of Raiders.com).
Maxx Crosby News / Athlon Sports / December 19
Raiders Announce Maxx Crosby Development on Friday
The Las Vegas Raiders have long been eliminated from contention for a spot in the NFL playoffs, but they still have business to take care of, with three more games left on their 2025 schedule.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 19
Raiders Claim New Defensive Lineman From Waivers
The Las Vegas Raiders will head to Houston to face a great Texans team that has the best defense in the whole NFL. The Raiders are looking for a huge upset and are looking to put an end to their losing streak.
NFL News / Raiders Newswire / December 19
Could Team Fire Pete Carroll To Pursue Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski?
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to be stuck in the early stages of a rebuild and must figure out the right pieces to pull themselves out of the mud. One issue is that the team has been unable to find the right head coach for the job, and Pete Carroll has not been able to turn things around in his first season with the team.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 19
Jakobi Meyers has changed Jaguars season, and now they paid him
Things have changed rapidly for Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers.
Maxx Crosby News / Raiders Newswire / December 18
Maxx Crosby Calls Out NFL For Cleat Issue Against Eagles
Maxx Crosby has been one of the few bright spots for the Las Vegas Raiders during the 2025 season, as the all-world pass rusher remains one of the most disruptive players in the NFL.
Geno Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18
Raiders Likely To Move On From Geno Smith After The Season?
Per Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Raiders QB Geno Smith is “likely approaching his final three games” with the team to end the season.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 17
Hopeful Geno Smith gets real on state of the Raiders
It's not been an ideal season for quarterback Geno Smith, head coach Pete Carroll, and the Las Vegas Raiders.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 17
Raiders source on Pete Carroll: 'It wasn't supposed to be this bad'
The Raiders haven't won since they beat the lowly Titans (2-12) in Week 6, and Carroll relieving offensive coordinator Chip Kelly of his duties in November did little to spark an in-season turnaround.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / December 17
Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Nominated For Walter Payton Man Of The Year Award
Over the past few seasons, as the Las Vegas Raiders have struggled on the field, the one consistent bright spot throughout it all has been defensive end Maxx Crosby.
Malcolm Koonce News / The Raider Ramble / December 16
Rotation or rationalization? Malcolm Koonce and the Raiders’ snap count mystery
What’s going on with Malcolm Koonce and his lack of use on defense? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll spoke on the matter recently. Carroll’s explanation for why Koonce disappeared on defense sounds like a master class in saying a lot but not making it clear.
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