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Geno Smith has to be licking his chops seeing Sam Darnold potentially dealing with what he now doesn't on the Raiders

Quarterback was the biggest priority for the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason. And, there is a reason why they drafted Ashton Jeanty, and traded for Geno Smith, the former Seattle Seahawks QB, and not go any other routes.

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Raiders' Allegiant Stadium Will Host Major Future Event

The Las Vegas Raiders have one of the best, if not the best, stadiums in all of the National Football League. Allegiant Stadium opened in 2020, and ever since, it has been a great venue for a lot of different events.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 9

Terry Bradshaw Critical of Raiders' Tom Brady

When Tom Brady decided that he was done playing in the NFL, everyone knew that football was far from over for him and that his retirement was only an evolution in his football story.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Patrick Mahomes Sounds Off on Raiders' Minority Owner Tom Brady

The history between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs goes back decades. However, the connection between the two organizations continues to this day in several ways.

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The 'NFL rookie TD reception leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL players with the most receiving touchdowns in their rookie seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most receiving yards in one NFL game' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL total touchdown leaders' quiz

The 'Five or more 4 touchdown, 0 interception games by NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / July 8

Who are highest paid Raiders in 2025?

The Raiders have some top-end money makers on roster The Las Vegas Raiders were most certainly not hurting for cap space this offseason. The team was projected to have the second-most cap space at onset of 2025 at about $92.5 million and the team remains in prime shape with about $31.84-plus million in cap room still available.

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Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

Here are the longest-tenured offensive or defensive coordinators in every team's history.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Raiders Have to Prove They Made the Right Decisions

Another offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders has seen them make major moves. But this time, for the Raiders, they feel like they got it right for the first time in Las Vegas.

Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Training Camp Can't Come Fast Enough for Crosby, Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders were ravaged by injury last season, with arguably the most significant injury being sustained by veteran defensive lineman Maxx Crosby.

Christian Wilkins News / Silver and Black Pride / July 8

Does Wilkins’ injury impact standing among AFC West DTs?

How far does the 2024 free-agent signing slide? Defensive tackle is an interesting position for the Las Vegas Raiders heading into the 2025 season. When healthy, Christian Wilkins is one of the best interior defenders in the AFC West and the entire NFL, for that matter.

Pete Carroll News / The Raider Ramble / July 8

Taking One Last Dip Into The Free Agency Pond With Pete Carroll, Raiders

Pete Carroll has made one thing clear since taking over as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders: it’s winning time. Not a steady improvement on the heels of a four-win campaign this past year, either; the only goal the 73-year-old has is battling in February for the right to lift the Lombardi Trophy.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 8

Does this five-time Pro Bowl WR make sense for Raiders in a possible reunion?

He spent four seasons with the Silver and Black before he was dealt midseason to the Dallas Cowboys in 2018.

Grading the nicknames of AFC quarterbacks

The greatest all-time wide receiver for every NFL franchise

The 'NFL quarterbacks with the most rushing TDs' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

The Raiders Will Face Stiff Competition This Season

The Las Vegas Raiders' defense has plenty of questions surrounding it this upcoming season. However, one thing that is not in question is the fact that Las Vegas' defense will face several challenges this upcoming season, as they face some of the best offenses in the league.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / July 8

Raiders presence at major golf tournament

Good time to be in Lake Tahoe If you’re in the area, you need to be in Lake Tahoe this week. If not, make a plan to go next year. It’s a great way to see Raiders royalty.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Mark Davis Reveals How Al Davis Would've Truly Felt About Las Vegas Move

For a very long time, the Raiders franchise was directly tied to the state of California. They spent most of their years in Oakland, but also had over a decade in Los Angeles.

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The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz

The 'MLB ballpark names' quiz

The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Ranking the Raiders' Most Critical Unit

Football games are won and lost along the line of scrimmage. The Las Vegas Raiders believe they have a solid group of linemen that will perform well this season.

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Raiders Rookie Ashton Jeanty Will Be Worth Watching

After drafting running back Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 pick in the NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders appear to have solved their issues running the ball.

Brock Bowers News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

Raiders Can Trust Bowers as Top Passing Game Option

The Las Vegas Raiders have one of, if not the best, tight ends in the NFL in Brock Bowers. Bowers shattered expectations and broke rookie tight end records across the board as a rookie.

Henry Ruggs News / Dice City Sports / July 8

Raiders staring down a crossroads with Henry Ruggs

The Henry Ruggs saga of the Las Vegas Raiders does not seem to have ended quite yet. If Ruggs is paroled from a Nevada state prison at the earliest time of August 2026, he has already made his intentions of returning to the NFL known.

Terry McLaurin News / The Raider Ramble / July 8

‘Unhappy’ Terry McLaurin Continues To Be Linked To Raiders In Trade Scenario

Disgruntled Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin is still being mentioned as a potential trade target for the Las Vegas Raiders as the 2025 NFL season approaches.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / July 8

Patrick Mahomes confirms feelings about Maxx Crosby in statement

Familiarity breeds contempt, but perhaps not in the case of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 8

How Much Say Will Pete Carroll Have on the Offense?

One of the biggest changes the Las Vegas Raiders made this offseason was bringing in a new offensive coordinator to help their offense be better next season than they were last season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / July 8

Raiders Not ‘Expected To Contend In The AFC West’—CBS Sports

Despite making several moves this year, CBS Sports believes that the Las Vegas Raiders will struggle to compete in the highly competitive AFC West. We all know the story surrounding the league’s toughest division.

Christian Wilkins News / Dice City Sports / July 7

Insider sheds light on Christian Wilkins situation

One of the mysteries surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders’ offseason has been the health of defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. Wilkins was one of the big prizes of the 2024 offseason, and then-general manager Tom Telesco locked down the defensive lineman on a four-year, $110 million contract.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Gridiron Heroics / July 7

‘Mourns The Passing’: Las Vegas Raiders Hall Of Fame Legend Died From Drowning

On Sunday, the Las Vegas Raiders remembered a legend who died on June 11th, giving a special tribute to a fan that is usually reserved for former players.

Kolton Miller News / The Raider Ramble / July 6

Kolton Miller Is 'Fully Healed' From Shoulder Injury—Raiders Beat Writer

Some good news for Las Vegas Raiders fans is that stalwart left tackle Kolton Miller is ready to pick up where he left off from late last season. Reflecting on last year, Miller’s challenges raised concerns among some members of Raider Nation.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / July 6

Free agent signing seen as ‘most underrated’ for Raiders

It is difficult to figure out who counts as the most underrated player for the Las Vegas Raiders this season. Brock Bowers figures to get plenty of recognition after a stellar rookie season, and many Raiders fans are expecting big things from quarterback Geno Smith and running back Ashton Jeanty in their first seasons with the Raiders.