Las Vegas Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Fernando Mendoza's High School GPA Leaks Before The NFL Draft

Fernando Mendoza is widely expected to go No. 1 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night. The Las Vegas Raiders have the top overall pick and they need a quarterback.

Maxx Crosby News / The Raider Ramble / April 23

Make the Raiders an offer they can’t refuse

The Las Vegas Raiders aren’t shopping Maxx Crosby. They’re just not stopping anyone from shopping, either. In the weeks since a failed physical torpedoed a blockbuster deal with the Baltimore Ravens, new details have quietly emerged painting a portrait of a franchise that knows exactly what it has in No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 23

Raiders 3-Round Mock Draft: Does GM John Spytek go WR or DT on Day 2?

The primary question for the Las Vegas Raiders concerning the draft is which position they will prioritize on Day 2 of the event. Let’s try to answer that.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 23

Last Raiders 3-Round Mock Before NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders, holding the first overall pick, have more at stake in the upcoming NFL draft than any other team on the board. They've made all the right moves in free agency and brought in a new coaching staff, but it will all be for naught if they can't pick the right players.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 23

Raiders draft countdown: Jim Otto is best No. 00 in team history

The 2026 NFL Draft begins tonight in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick as this daily countdown closes with the franchise’s best player by jersey number.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 23

Raiders First-Round Sleepers: Names To Watch Closely

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to make the No. 1 overall selection in Thursday's NFL Draft. After months of speculation, there is a significant likelihood they will select Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the top choice in the draft.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 23

1 Thing Raiders Cannot Afford in NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders have shown this offseason that they have a well-thought-out plan to rebuild their roster. They have impressively addressed multiple position groups.

NFL News / Stadium Rant / April 23

Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Mock Draft: Full 7-Round Picks & Analysis

Mock drafts for the Las Vegas Raiders have never been easy, because they always seem to surprise people. Clelin Ferrell, Damon Arnette, and Alex Leatherwood were all surprises for not-so-good reasons, and Brock Bowers was a wonderful surprise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 23

Draft Day Trades Raiders Could Make: Round 1

The 2026 NFL Draft is here. Later this evening, the Las Vegas Raiders will select Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in hopes he becomes the franchise quarterback the team has lacked for many years.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 22

The Raiders’ 100: A 2026 NFL Draft Big Board

Draft day is *almost* finally here. After months of film study and speculation, it is time to see what the Las Vegas Raiders, and the rest of the league, do with their picks.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Tom Brady News / The Raider Ramble / April 22

What happens when Tom Brady’s Way becomes the Raiders’ Way

Tom Brady’s influence is inching closer to the Las Vegas Raiders—but landing his protégé could bring as much tension as promise. Fernando Mendoza is about to live every football kid’s dream.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 22

3 Las Vegas Raiders players who could see themselves dealt away in a trade during the 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders could be active in the trade market with three players currently on their roster. The Las Vegas Raiders could be a team that’s active in the trade market when it comes to the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 22

Inside the trap the Raiders can’t afford to fall into on draft night

The Las Vegas Raiders’ draft plan looks disciplined, logical, even smart. However, let’s pump the brakes because beneath the surface, warning signs suggest this strategy could backfire.

Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Tom Brady’s Message Revealed by Fernando Mendoza a Day Before the 2026 Draft

It looks like Tom Brady may have already made his presence felt ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, and Fernando Mendoza just gave everyone a glimpse of it. With the Las Vegas Raiders widely expected to take Mendoza with the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

Addressing Raiders Key Needs Right Before Draft Night

Between hiring one of the best coaching candidates available this offseason and a solid start to free agency, the Las Vegas Raiders have had one of the best offseasons of any team in the National Football League.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

Raiders' NFL Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round

The Las Vegas Raiders are hoping to walk away from this offseason's NFL Draft with another batch of talent that can help them turn things around. Failed draft hauls have doomed the Raiders over the years.

Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / April 22