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Joaquin Ruiz

Joaquin Ruiz is an aspiring sports writer from the Los Angeles area with a concentration in the NFL and NBA. Inspired by Blake Griffin jumping over a Kia Optima, he studies media at the University of California, Berkeley. You can follow him on Twitter @WalkingRuiz for more sports talk. 

Raiders' questionable offensive approach evident vs. Cardinals

The Las Vegas Raiders were expected to have one of the NFL's top offenses. Through the first two weeks of the season, however, it's proven to be anything but.

Raiders QB Derek Carr: 'We feel crappy' after entering 0-2 hole

History says 77.8% of 0-2 teams fail to end with a winning record, and since Seattle and Houston did it in 2018, no team has made the playoffs after a two-loss start.

Raiders QB Derek Carr's poor Week 1 play part of a trend

According to Bryant Horn of Pro Football Focus, Carr's play takes a sharp decline when faced with pressure, something he endured consistently during Week 1.

To unlock offense's potential, Raiders RB Josh Jacobs needs more carries

In Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Chargers, Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs quietly ran for a 57 yards on only 10 carries. In total, he played on 60 percent of the team's offensive snaps, a figure that should increase for the Raiders to unlock the offense's potential.

Raiders CB Nate Hobbs shines in Week 1 loss vs. Chargers

The sophomore rose to the occasion making plays everywhere and anywhere all over the field.

Raiders' spending hits nearly $500 million with latest extension

Dedicating nearly half a billion dollars to six players was a decision that the Raiders made to win now.

Raiders WR Davante Adams primed for huge Week 1 against Chargers

All-Pro wideout Davante Adams, who did not play in the preseason, could make a big splash in his Raiders debut against the favored Chargers. Los Angeles star cornerback J.C.

Raiders defense could be a sleeper pick for fantasy owners

This Raiders defense isn't the typical bottom-feeder of the team's past. It has versatility, stardom and experience.

How the Raiders will emulate the dynastic Patriots

Like recent New England Patriots offenses, head coach Josh McDaniels' Raiders will go with a "running-back-by-committee" approach.

Raiders-Dolphins: What to watch for in Week 3 of preseason

What to watch for in Saturday's preseason matchup. 

Five takeaways from Raiders' 26-20 win over Vikings

Here are five key takeaway's from Sunday's matinee.

Raiders QB Derek Carr cracks 'Top 100 Players of 2022' list at No. 65

The Pro Bowler posted a QBR of 52.4 alongside his 23 touchdowns, 68.4% completion rate, and career-high 4,804 yards passing. 

Raiders-Vikings preview: What to watch for in Week 2 of preseason

Raider Nation, here are five points of emphasis to follow during the game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Rookie RB Zamir 'Zeus' White looking to emerge in Raiders backfield

White stood out in the Hall of Fame Game, and with Josh Jacobs' contract situation up the air beyond 2022, he could carve out a big role for the Raiders.

Five things to watch for during Raiders camp this week

With a Week 2 matchup against the Vikings looming, here are five things to pay attention to during this week of practice.

Five takeaways from the Raiders' 27-11 win over the Jaguars

With a new head coach and plenty of roster battles, the Raiders got off to a nice start in the preseason.

Raiders-Jaguars: What to watch for in first preseason game of 2022

With a new coach, a new star WR and a defense looking to improve, there's plenty to watch in the Raiders' preseason kickoff.

Raiders announce starters for Hall of Fame Game vs. Jaguars

Headlining the bunch, stars Davante Adams and Chandler Jones make their debuts in the Silver and Black.

Raiders sign LB Curtis Bolton

Bolton joins the Raiders after playing with the Lions in 2021. 

What's the 2022 outlook for Raiders S Tre'von Moehrig?

Moehrig, recently honored as a flex to NFl.com's Nick Shook's All-Under-25 Team, demonstrated promise throughout the roller-coaster 2021 Raiders season.

Raiders WR Davante Adams ranks No. 7 in jersey sales heading into season

Adams hasn't played a down for the Raiders yet, but his jersey is among the most popular in the league.

Report: Clippers interested in former NBA player Zhou Qi

Qi suited up for the Houston Rockets in 2017 but didn't pan out. Honored as the best player for China's national team in FIBA qualifiers, the international big looks to revisit the world's most competitive league. 

The influential names of the Los Angeles Clippers

Here's a look at some recent influential names contributing to the long line outside the Clippers' harbor.

Las Vegas Raiders offense: Better or worse than 2016?

The Raiders were all business just six years ago. Led by current QB Derek Carr, the team had a record of 12-4 and posted a top-10 offense.