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Las Vegas Raiders just made the decision to travel during training camp to have a joint practice with an AFC foe

The Las Vegas Raiders are going to need all the improvement they can get, and playing against the Texans could help a ton. Not only do the Las Vegas Raiders have a tough regular-season schedule, but they will also have a good preseason schedule.

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Bradford to play Leigh in Las Vegas in 2027

Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards will contest the third Super League game to be staged at the home of NFL franchise Las Vegas Raiders.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / May 19

How Fernando Mendoza is challenging Raiders' coaches early in NFL career

Las Vegas offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko revealed how Mendoza is challenging members of the team's coaching staff ahead of mandatory minicamp.

When Fernando Mendoza could start for Raiders: Three dates to circle

Las Vegas Raiders Recognized for Having the Best Logo in the NFL

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 19

Raiders Phase III begins as roster edges get new pressure

The Raiders did not wait for OTAs to start before reshaping the edges of the roster. Las Vegas signed WR Jonathan Brady on May 4, LB Cameron McGrone on May 11 and DT Benito Jones on May 13.

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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 / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 19

What Week 3 in New Orleans Really Means for Raiders

The NFL schedule has been out for a couple of days, and with it comes a preview of what each team's season may look like. NFL teams change so much throughout the offseason that it's hard to project how these matchups will go, given unknown factors like development and health.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / May 19

Fernando Mania Arrives: An honest prediction for 2026 Raiders schedule

The opponents have been known for quite some time, but the order’s very important. Thankfully for the Las Vegas Raiders, the team will not need to travel internationally.

Taron Johnson News / Football Analysis / May 19

‘Underrated’ NFL All-Pro Sits Out Raiders Workouts Over $18M

The Raiders traded for Taron Johnson in March expecting a cornerstone for their rebuilt secondary. An All-Pro nickel corner, a guy Aaron Rodgers called “one of the best players in the league.” The kind of acquisition that signals a franchise turning a corner.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 19

Former HC Believes Raiders' Mendoza Needs To Start Immediately

The Las Vegas Raiders drafted their future quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, with a plan to let him sit back and learn the offense. That is one of the biggest reasons the Silver and Black signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Football Analysis / May 19

Raiders’ $18M Cornerback Vanishes Just 2 Months After Arriving

The Las Vegas Raiders agreed to trade for slot cornerback Taron Johnson on March 8, 2026. A proven nickel defender, a late-round pick swap from Buffalo, a quiet addition to a secondary that needed bodies.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 19

Raiders Could Deliver One of Biggest Early Upsets of Season

Since the Las Vegas Raiders moved from Oakland, they have beaten the Kansas City Chiefs just three times. One of those wins was at the end of last season, when they beat an injured Chiefs team 14-12.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Football Analysis / May 19

Tom Brady ‘Doesn’t Know What He’s Doing’ As Raiders’ No. 1 Pick Shut Out Of Primetime

The NFL released its 2026 schedule, and somebody in the league office made a statement louder than any press conference. The Las Vegas Raiders, owners of the No.

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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

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 19

3 Facts That Illustrate Difficulty of Raiders’ 2026 Schedule

The Las Vegas Raiders are one of the most anticipated teams to watch in 2026, but the league did not give the Silver and Black any breaks. In fact, the Raiders may be out of playoff contention by Week 12, with an eight-week gauntlet that features the Chiefs, Patriots, Bills, Rams, Jets, 49ers, Seahawks, and Broncos.

Kirk Cousins News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 19

The Raiders' 2026 Schedule Made 1 Thing Clearer

The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason has confirmed a very specific plan for the team this season and beyond. Las Vegas has made wholesale changes to its coaching staff and has begun doing so with its roster.

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The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 18

Inside the Raiders: Explaining 2025 Collapse – and Why There’s Hope for 2026

HENDERSON, Nev. — The story of the 2025 Raiders is one of dysfunction, and when it was being written, it was sad to watch. But as happens so much in life, the journey we find ourselves on today can turn on a dime, change direction, and, like a Phoenix rising from the ashes, new life springs up where moments before death lay.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 18

Las Vegas Raiders Recognized for Having the Best Logo in the NFL

While many NFL teams frequently redesign their logos, the Las Vegas Raiders have made minimal changes since 1964, demonstrating a commitment to their enduring and effective design.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 18

Key Momentum Factor Could Decide Raiders' 2026 Season

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2026 season will be determined by the runs they will go on. The Raiders have several tough stretches on their 2026 schedule. They also have opportunities to soften the blow of some of those challenging stretches.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 18

The Key to Raiders Returning to NFL Playoffs

The Las Vegas Raiders have not seen much playoff success recently. Since reaching the Super Bowl in 2003, the Silver and Black have only been to the playoffs twice, losing both times.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 18

Last-Place Schedule Should Favor Raiders in 2026

When you're the worst team in the NFL, there are pros and cons that come with that distinction. The obvious flaws are that you're one of the laughing stocks of the sport and being mentioned in funny monologues as the butt of the joke.

Taron Johnson News / Dice City Sports / May 17

Taron Johnson Seeking Contract Security After Trade To Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders made several aggressive moves this offseason to improve a defense that struggled with consistency in 2025. But one of those additions is already facing uncertainty heading into training camp.