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

Hondo’s Raiders Report Card: Why This Week Was So Ugly

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-2) host the team that many feel will be heading to the Super Bowl to represent the AFC on Sunday when the Buffalo Bills (4-1) and their throngs of “Mafia” come to town.

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

What Raiders' Week 5 Loss Changed About Its Trade Deadline Plans

The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off their worst performance of the year after a Week 5 blowout loss to the New England Patriots. Las Vegas entered the game 3-1 and looked like one of the league's best teams.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Las Vegas Raiders are continuing to show that they are going to exhaust every avenue in trying to fix a huge issue

The Las Vegas Raiders are signing former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jamari Thrash to the practice squad. The Las Vegas Raiders have made yet another roster move at wide receiver.

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There are 44 running backs in NFL history who have rushed for at least 100 yards on 30 or more occasions. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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

4 Burning Concerns Arising for Raiders After Week 5

The Las Vegas Raiders suffered a 45-17 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday in an uninspiring performance. Just a couple of weeks ago, the Raiders were riding high following a 3-0 start, with wins over the Dolphins, Chargers, and Saints.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 13

After Consecutive Losses, are the Raiders Proving to be Frauds?

The Raiders jumped out to a 3-0 start this season. After a comeback win in Week 3 over the Saints, Las Vegas was one of the biggest surprises of the NFL season. But the last two weeks have brought that optimism crashing down.

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

Raiders Rookie, Sophomore Power Rankings: Youth Movement Hits Snag

The Las Vegas Raiders spent the offseason making wholesale changes to their coaching staff and roster. Those changes have paid immediate dividends, with the Raiders sprinting out to a 3-0 start to the season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Tyler Linderbaum, Hezekiah Masses and More Awful PFF Grades from Raiders Week 5 loss to Patriots

The Raiders were embarrassed by the Patriots on Sunday. The 45-17 scoreline was indicative of how the game went, as Las Vegas never stood a chance. As a result, the grades from Pro Football Focus were not favorable.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13

Josh Allen sends warning to Bills players about trip to Vegas, reflects on ending overtime losing streak

The Bills next play the 3-2 Raiders on Oct. 18, and the AFC East club is not traveling back to Buffalo before that game.

'MNF' takeaways: Bills QB Josh Allen earns first career OT win in road thriller over Rams

Josh Allen gives praise to Rams’ Matthew Stafford after overtime thriller

Bradley Chubb reacts to being punched by Alaric Jackson after Bills' win over Rams

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

Why Raiders Blowout Defeat Showed Need for Continued Growth

The Las Vegas Raiders, as it turns out, aren't a playoff contender yet. Las Vegas walked into Foxborough, Massachusetts, on a day when Adam Vinatieri was

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

Grading Every Raiders Position Group After Week 5 Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders had a forgettable Week 5 road performance against the New England Patriots. Essentially, everything that could go wrong did, from the very start.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / October 13

Former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden praises Donald Trump’s ‘relentless effort’ as US President

Jon Gruden made yet another appearance to show support to Donald Trump and the Republican Party at a rally the President held in Ohio. Just a few days ago, Gruden was on stage at a Donald Trump rally to endorse Senator Jon Husted ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / October 13

Raiders Knew the Offensive Line Was a Problem Now They’re Paying for Not Fixing It

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders can’t say they didn’t know. They entered the offseason fully aware that their offensive line needed significant improvement.

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Klint Kubiak News / The Raider Ramble / October 13

Raiders’ run game problems point to bigger questions for Klint Kubiak’s staff

The Las Vegas Raiders can’t get the run game going, and the problem may run deeper than the offensive line. Is Klint Kubiak’s staff running out of answers?

Fernando Mendoza News / The Raider Ramble / October 12

Raiders Get Exposed in New England, and It’s Time for Fernando Mendoza

Well, that was bad. Really bad. The kind of bad that makes you wonder if the 3-0 start was completely fraudulent. The Las Vegas Raiders went into New England and were waxed 45-17 by the Patriots.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 12

Klint Kubiak Makes His Stance on Kirk Cousins Clear After Raiders’ Blowout Loss

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak sticks with Kirk Cousins after the recent brutal loss, takes responsibility, and shares his thoughts on prized rookie Fernando Mendoza.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / October 12

Las Vegas Raiders Acquire 25-Year-Old WR in Sudden Move

The Las Vegas Raiders moved to address their thin wide-receiver depth on Monday, signing 25-year-old Jamari Thrash to the practice squad ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 12

Maye reflects on never losing confidence amid slow start after Pats' win

Drake Maye reflects on never losing confidence amid slow start after Patriots' win over Raiders

Maye performed like a Most Valuable Player candidate as he led New England to a dominant 45-17 home win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Patriots' Drake Maye continues dramatic bounceback in win over Raiders

Patriots reemerge as contenders after dominant win over Raiders

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 12

Three Takeaways From the Raiders’ 45-17 Loss to the Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — What a difference one week can make. The Las Vegas Raiders walked away from their three-point loss to the Kansas City Chiefs believing they could compete with on e of the AFC’s best teams.

Fernando Mendoza News / Field Level Media / October 11

No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza 'did a good job' in debut

Many experts thought 2025 Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza would win the starting quarterback job with the formerly downtrodden Las Vegas Raiders to begin the season.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / October 12