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Data evidence suggests what Raiders offense will look like

Originally posted on Dice City Sports | By Derek Hegna | Last updated Aug 28, 2025 11:40 AM ET

The preseason has given a clear picture on what the Las Vegas Raiders are going to look like in 2025.

With head coach Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly now in charge, the offense was always going to have a new look. Several personnel changes including quarterback Geno Smith and running back Ashton Jeanty only confirmed that thought. After the offensive struggles of the Raiders over the past few seasons, a change in philosophy was always going to be met with open arms.

If the preseason is any indication, however, the Raiders clearly have a favorite offensive set to run.

The Raiders overwhelming ran plays with one particular personnel group.

According to data analyst Warren Sharp, the Raiders lead the entire NFL in their usage of three-receiver sets, with 97.1 percent of their offensive snaps utilizing that personnel group.

usage of 3-WR sets this preseason:

97.1% – Las Vegas Raiders
94.0% – Los Angeles Rams
86.8% – Washington Commanders
82.1% – Cincinnati Bengals
78.8% – Atlanta Falcons
78.5% – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
78.2% – Buffalo Bills
76.7% – Denver Broncos
74.2% – Carolina Panthers
74.0% -…

— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) August 26, 2025

With who the Raiders have at the skill positions, this is not the most surprising development.

Along with tight end Brock Bowers and a Jeanty-led trio of running backs, the Raiders have a number of receivers to choose from. Despite his trade request, Jakobi Meyers is still expected to play a significant role in the Raiders’ offense this season. New addition Amari Cooper will likely join fourth-round rookie Dont’e Thornton Jr. on the boundary opposite of Meyers, while Tre Tucker and second-round rookie Jack Bech primarily work out of the slot.

Smith is not lacking for options in terms of who to throw the football to, and Carroll and Kelly are giving him the opportunity to get as many looks as possible on the field.

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