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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 16

Projected Raiders Starting Lineup After Free Agency Week 1

Even though they still have more work to do, the Las Vegas Raiders already have a much better roster than they had in 2025. The Raiders have been the most productive team early in free agency, and they are likely to be one of the most improved teams in the league this offseason, if not the most.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The SportsRush / March 16

Skip Bayless Says Maxx Crosby 'Is Born to Be a Raider,' Claims Tyler Linderbaum Got Overpaid

One of the most intriguing moments of Eric DeCosta’s Wednesday afternoon press conference proved to be the general manager’s suggestion that the Baltimore Ravens were, at one point in time, considering the possibility of acquiring both Maxx Crosby and Trey Hendrickson, and that the idea initially began with the departure of Tyler Linderbaum.

Maxx Crosby News / Gridiron Heroics / March 15

Las Vegas Raiders: 2026 Plans for Maxx Crosby Revealed Following Failed Trade

The Las Vegas Raiders have been in one of the more intriguing teams in recent memory. After trading away defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens last week, the trade would be rescinded due to a physical.

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NFL News / Total Pro Sports / March 15

Las Vegas Raiders Reportedly Eyeing Super Bowl Champion As Bridge QB For Fernando Mendoza

The Las Vegas Raiders have ambitious plans for the 2026 NFL season. Barring something extraordinary, they will draft Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick next month.

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

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 15

After the first wave of free agency, there is one aspect of the Raiders' moves that is making one thing very clear

The Las Vegas Raiders have been rebuilding for about 20 years, aside from a few successful seasons. They haven’t won a playoff game in over two decades.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 15

Raiders rumors: Is Joe Flacco an option with Fernando Mendoza on the way?

The worst kept secret in football is the Las Vegas Raiders selecting quarterback Fernando Mendoza with their No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, the Raiders are still considering all their options when it comes to quarterback.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 15

Jalen Nailor is bringing a unique perspective to the wide receiver position that the Raiders had to value when looking at the free agent WR market

With Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza a potential future Las Vegas Raiders QB, Vegas aimed to add a weapon for him in free agency, signing former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor to a three-year deal.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 15

Ranking the Raiders' Offseason Moves from Worst to First

The Las Vegas Raiders no longer have the league's worst roster. The Raiders wasted no time addressing many of their most pressing roster needs early in free agency.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 15

Biggest mistake Raiders made in Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency

The Raiders emerged from the first week of free agency looking like a team that hasn’t yet committed to a clear offseason strategy. Adam Schefter has indicated that a trade involving Maxx Crosby is unlikely in the immediate future since the Ravens backed out due to medical concerns.

Tyler Linderbaum News / A to Z Sports / March 15

Raiders center Tyler Linderbaum is making one thing very clear as he joins Vegas to help fix the run and pass game

Any team lacking a strong center wanted Tyler Linderbaum, but the Las Vegas Raiders ultimately outbid the competition by signing him to a three-year, $81 million deal.

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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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / March 15

Raiders draft countdown: Nate Hobbs is best No. 39

Thirty-nine days remain until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No.

Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 15

Making the Case For – and Against – Raiders Seeking Another First-Rounder

The Las Vegas Raiders thought they had another first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after sending defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, but when the trade fell through, they were left with only the No.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 15

The Raiders Continue to Stick to the Process

The Las Vegas Raiders' front office takes everything into consideration when looking at players to add to their roster. They certainly did so with the new batch of players they signed early in free agency.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 15

The Raiders Have Established Their Stance with Wide Receiver Room

The Las Vegas Raiders have gotten off to a strong start in free agency. Although a nearly completely new coaching staff and several new pieces naturally create many unknowns for Las Vegas, there are some answers that starting to roll that reveal just what the Raiders have in mind roster wise.

Brock Bowers News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 15

Breaking Down the Raiders' TE Room and What to Expect Next Season

The Las Vegas Raiders had one of the worst offenses in the NFL last season, with the majority of their units failing to reach their preseason expectations.

Maxx Crosby News / The SportsRush / March 15

Raiders News: Johnny Manziel Believes Maxx Crosby is Going to Score '10, 12, 15-Plus Sack Seasons' in Las Vegas

Despite being a five-time Pro Bowler and one of the most prominent pass rushers in the National Football League today, Maxx Crosby finds himself in a rather rare scenario.

Kirk Cousins News / The Spun / March 14

Raiders Could Sign Kirk Cousins To Mentor For Fernando Mendoza

With the Las Vegas Raiders gearing up to take Fernando Mendoza with their No. 1 overall pick in next month's draft, the team is reportedly ramping up efforts to surround him with talent.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 14

The Raiders Must Compensate for Offseason's Only Real Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders have set the pace of free agency, making several additions that should expedite their turnaround. Although the Raiders have made additions that some would consider big splashes, every notable move they have made has been a good signing at a position of great need.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / March 14