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Daniel Carlson finishes 6th overall in kicking; return unit needs work AJ Cole III was his usual robust-self in the Las Vegas Raiders’ regular season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers this past Sunday.

Watch: Raiders Punter A.J. Cole Speaks From Locker Room

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The Las Vegas Raiders had a disappointing season in 2024. One of the bright spots was the superb play by punter A.J. Cole, who might be one of the most underrated special teams players in the league.

NFL News / Silver and Black Pride / January 2

Raiders special teams: Daniel Carlson, AJ Cole must be on point in season finale

Even if Chargers rest starters, Las Vegas’ kicking duo will see action One final game of the 2024 campaign. One last opportunity for Daniel Carlson and AJ Cole III to show they’re one of the elite kicker-punter combos in the entire NFL.

Raiders special teams: Top punter within AJ Cole’s reach

With 2 games left, Las Vegas’ ace third in overall average amongst peers For a good portion of the 2024 season, AJ Cole III found himself king of the NFL punting mountain.

Watch: Raiders' Punter AJ Cole Speaks After Falcons Loss

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The Las Vegas Raiders fell to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football, 15-9. Punter AJ Cole has been a crucial part of the Raiders' special teams.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

75 iconic superstar athletes wearing unusual & unfamiliar uniforms

There are indelible images of certain athletes in specific uniforms. Barry Sanders wearing the Honolulu blue and silver of the Detroit Lions, for example.

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

The Unit That Has Been the Most Consistent For the Raiders

The one thing that has remained consistent for the Las Vegas Raiders has been its special teams. The Raiders have one of the best if not the best special teams unit.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / December 12

Raiders special teams: Daniel Carlson, AJ Cole trudge along in yet another defeat

Las Vegas kicker nails two field goals; punter keeps showcasing leg, hangtime in Week 14 Points come at premium for the Las Vegas Raiders. Four games into Scott Turner reign as interim offensive coordinator — along with his father Norv being a senior advisor helping him along — the Silver & Black scored a total of 68 points.

Raiders special teams: AJ Cole shows off arm on fake punt; Daniel Carlson money

Las Vegas pulls trick out of its bag as unit overall shines in Week 12 defeat AJ Cole III is normally showcasing his powerful and accurate leg gamedays for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / November 21

Raiders special teams: Daniel Carlson, AJ Cole lumber along in another loss

Las Vegas kicker nails both field goal attempts, punter booms lone boot As far as the Las Vegas Raiders offense goes, so does Daniel Carlson. Ditto for AJ Cole II.

Raiders special teams: AJ Cole continuing tradition of high-quality punters

Current boomer is following in footsteps of Silver & Black greats Shane Lechler and Ray Guy Whether they intended it to happen or not, the Raiders boast two of the all-time great punters the league has seen.

NFL News / Silver and Black Pride / October 30

Raiders special teams: AJ Cole, Daniel Carlson make most of their limited opportunities in Week 8 defeat

Las Vegas punter, kicker duo remaining consistent despite losing skid When a team is in the midst of a four-game losing skid, there’s not much said group can hang their hat on.

Raiders' AJ Cole Continues to Rank Among the Best

The Las Vegas Raiders have been a flip of the coin regarding what result and team Raider Nation will see on game days. With lots of concerning questions and uncertainty regarding what the team will do and what key players will still be playing they do have one concrete answer.

Raiders' A.J. Cole did what no other punter in the entire NFL will do after a huge performance vs. Cleveland

The Las Vegas Raiders are now 2-2 and are soon to be headed east a bit where they will play their second division game of the year. Playing the Denver Broncos in Week 5 is a great way to get the season on track, because, even though they are also 2-2, they are not a very good team.

NFL News / Silver and Black Pride / September 19

Raiders special teams: Daniel Carlson rebounds big time, AJ Cole steady in road win

Kicker doesn’t miss against Baltimore helping Las Vegas boot the Ravens He scored the first points with his mighty leg and the go-ahead and eventual game-winning field goal, too.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / September 12

Raiders special teams: AJ Cole on point, Daniel Carlson’s miss highlight highs and lows in opener

Las Vegas coverage units in sync while Tre Tucker almost had a highlight reel punt return in Week 1 Just Punt, Baby. With the Las Vegas Raiders offense

Raiders P AJ Cole Crucial For This Year’s Team Success

How certain Las Vegas Raiders will perform in the 2024 season remains to be seen, but there are some assets fans know they can count on year in and year out.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 13

The Importance of having Both Daniel Carlson, AJ Cole on the Raiders

With the quarterback competition still going on for the Las Vegas Raiders, it is virtal that both Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew II show that they could protect the football.

Everything P AJ Cole Said From the Locker Room Post Loss to the Minnesota Vikings

MINNEAPOLIS, MN--The Las Vegas Raiders made the 1,933-mile trek from Costa Mesa, California, to Minneapolis for tonight's preseason exhibition contest.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / August 4

AJ Cole Hilarious Roasts Kicker Daniel Carlson

The Las Vegas Raiders are gearing up for the 2024 season and with the new year comes some changes to the game. The most prominent change to the game will be special teams, as the league will implement new kickoff rules adopted from other professional leagues, such as the USFL and XFL.

Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole gives electric command to start Pennzoil 400

The folks in Las Vegas were treated to an extra special command ahead of the Pennzoil 400 with AJ Cole, Raiders punter, starting things off. Cole was fired up and ready to go this NASCAR Sunday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / January 17, 2024

A.J. Cole III Emerges All-Pro Amidst Las Vegas Raiders’ Tumultuous Year

Las Vegas Raiders punters and NFL First-Team All-Pro lists are simply synonymous. From Hall of Famer Ray Guy to Shane Lechler and now A.J. Cole III, the Silver and Black’s penchant to churn out high-quality specialists is commonplace.

Raiders Under Contract: P AJ Cole

Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole is the fifth highest-paid punter in the National Football League, and he continues to prove year after year why. He and Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson were each dealt four-year extensions before the end of the 2021 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / January 11, 2024

Maxx Crosby And AJ Cole Named To NFLPA’s All-Pro First Team

Despite an up-and-down season ending without a playoff appearance, the Las Vegas Raiders undoubtedly had a handful of players really stand out for their performance this season.

Ramble Regard: A.J. Cole Goes Bombs Away; Daniel Carlson Spectator In Raiders’ Putrid 3-0 Loss To Vikings

With an 83-yard bomb this past Sunday, A.J. Cole III is now etched in the Silver and Black’s record book. And, in a category that’ll likely take some time for someone to top, no less.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 23, 2018

The case for the Nationals to win it all

Once again, the Washington Nationals look more like a fantasy team then ball club that actually exists in real life. They are a stunning collection of mostly mid-prime talent that has sent 12 representatives to the All-Star Game over the past three years.

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