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Raiders’ Pete Carroll gushes about key offseason acquisition after loss to 49ers

While most Las Vegas Raiders fans are excited about Ashton Jeanty in the preseason, other players under the radar made an impact in the 22-19 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday.

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Insider Hints Raiders are Looking into Trades at 2 Positions

The Raiders are two games into the preseason and their depth chart finally seems...

Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 17

After Watching the Film, Critical Assessments Arise Regarding the Raiders

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders began the preseason with a record of 0-1-1 after losing to their former Bay Area rivals, the San Francisco 49ers, last night.

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Watch: Raiders QB Cam Miller Speaks Following Loss to 49ers

LAS VEGAS, NV.-- Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Cam Miller rounds out the Raiders' quarterback room. Miller completed two of his six passes in the Raiders' exhibition matchup against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday.

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Geno Smith & Brock Bowers Building Rapport

There are some rumors floating around surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders potentially adding a new pass catcher, as Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin has requested a trade.

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Who is the greatest QB in the history of every NFL franchise?

After our running back , wide receiver and tight end installments, here is a stab at the all-important quarterback position. Here are the best QBs in each NFL franchise's history.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / August 17

Pete Carroll Confirms Center Battle Between Jackson Powers-Johnson & Jordan Meredith

Last season, tight end Brock Bowers was the Las Vegas Raiders’ draft pick that got the majority of the attention and with good reason, as he immediately established himself as one of the best players at his position.

Jeremy Chinn News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 17

Watch: Raiders Safety Jeremy Chinn Following Preseason Matchup Against 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders faced the San Francisco 49ers in their second of three preseason games. The exhibition game displayed much of what the Raiders have shown in training camp and what they will likely look like this season.

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Watch: Raiders Rookie Tommy Mellott Following Preseason Matchup Against 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders added Tommy Mellott largely because of his athleticism and versatitlity. After playing quarterback in college, the rookie has switched positions and now plays wide receiver for the Raiders.

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Watch: Rising CB Kyu Blu Kelly Speaks Following Raiders' Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders have several questions surrounding their defensive backfield. However, it has become apparent that cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly will likely have a chance to make an impact this season.

Thomas Booker News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 17

Watch: New Raiders DT Thomas Booker IV Following Preseason Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders added defensive tackle Thomas Booker via trade, helping address a need at defensive tackle. After spending time on a Philadelphia Eagles roster with many talented defensive tackles, Booker has a chance to solidify significant playing time in Las Vegas.

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NFL players who are going into decline in 2025

Age comes for every NFL player. These 25 players could be headed into decline heading into 2025.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Dez Bryant's Message on Raiders TE Brock Bowers Is Catching Attention

It's not often that a rookie comes into the NFL and immediately becomes arguably the best player at his position. However, that's exactly what happened with Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers last year.

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Three Questions for the Raiders Defense After Preseason Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders were unable to come out on top against the San Francisco 49ers in the second week of the preseason due to last last-minute game-winning field goal.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 17

Overreaction Sunday: Raiders Drop Preseason Week 2 To San Francisco

Oof, that was a tough loss, especially against the San Francisco 49ers. The Las Vegas Raiders had the opportunity to march down the field for a game-winning field goal but wound up giving one up instead.

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Three Questions for the Raiders Offense After Preseason Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders have yet to win a single preseason game, with their offense struggling mightily against the San Francisco 49ers' defense. What are three questions after their week two preseason performance?

Geno Smith News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Raiders QB Geno Smith Was Once Benched Over Time Zones — Now the Irony Hits Hard

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith’s journey from heralded second-rounder to journeyman backup to essentially earning a three-year, $106 million contract has been nothing short of remarkable.

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Marshawn Lynch Reveals What Pete Carroll Brings to Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders are in good hands with their new head coach Pete Carroll. Carroll has already changed a lot for the Raiders this offseason, and you have seen it become a factor.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 17

Las Vegas Raiders end up looking like geniuses after an unfortunate situation happened in a different preseason game

Most of the Las Vegas Raiders fan base threw their arms in the air when they saw that the team traded its most talented cornerback, Jakorian Bennett, to the Philadelphia Eagles, for a player most have never heard of, Thomas Booker.

Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 17

Will Raiders Hit Their Ceiling or Floor?

The Las Vegas Raiders brought in veteran head coach Pete Carroll this offseason to get the new ERA of Raiders football started. Carroll took a year off from coaching last season, but now he is back and ready to tackle this new challenge he has with the Silver and Black.

Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / August 17

Ashton Jeanty displays confidence after impressive showing

Despite a narrow 22-19 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, the Las Vegas Raiders cannot be disappointed by how Ashton Jeanty performed. Looking for redemption from a rough debut against the Seattle Seahawks, Jeanty responded in a big way.

Aidan O'Connell News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 17

Concern Growing Over Raiders Backup QB Aidan O'Connell?

Las Vegas Raiders backup quarterback Aidan O'Connell got the most snaps at quarterback in the team's second preseason game. O'Connell looked to have good control of the offense but still had an up-and-down showing in the second preseason game.

Ashton Jeanty News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Ashton Jeanty made fans crazy after running over 49ers player

Ashton Jeanty broke out the truck stick on an unfortunate San Francisco 49ers defender on Saturday. Jeanty rushed 7 times for 33 yards and a touchdown in his Las Vegas Raiders’ 22-19 loss to the 49ers at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Tom Brady was looking like Al Davis at Raiders game

Tom Brady is carrying on the Al Davis legacy nicely. Brady showed up to the Las Vegas Raiders’ preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday wearing tinted horn-rimmed glasses, as well as a retro white Raiders jacket.

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Raiders' Ashton Jeanty fuels hype for rookie season with performance vs. 49ers

Las Vegas Raiders rookie first-round running back Ashton Jeanty looked every bit like a future featured back in the first half of preseason Week 2 against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 16

Raiders Preseason: 3 Players On Offense Worth Monitoring vs. 49ers

Here are three players on offense to watch as the Las Vegas Raiders take on the San Francisco 49ers in their second preseason matchup. Mayer looks like a different player heading into the 2025 season—confident, energized, and ready to take on a bigger role in the Raiders’ offense.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / August 15

Geno Smith Shares Thoughts On OC Chip Kelly

A lot has been made of the Las Vegas Raiders’ additions this offseason. In particular, new head coach Pete Carroll, quarterback Geno Smith and rookie running back Ashton Jeanty are expected to help bolster this Raiders offense.