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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 2

How Raiders' Week 8 Win Proves What's Possible in 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders' Week 8 matchup was just what they needed after facing four of the league's best teams. It was far from pretty, but the Raiders won a game on Sunday that they likely would have lost last season.

Adam Schefter News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2

Schefter: Raiders Not Looking To Trade Players

Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show, ESPN’s Adam Schefter said the Raiders aren’t looking to trade any players because they’re winning and currently in playoff contention.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 2

The Biggest 2026 Raiders Story Everyone Is Overlooking

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ.—The Las Vegas Raiders (4-4) went into the largest media market in the United States, New York, over the weekend and did something that isn’t getting the attention it deserves.

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Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

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Maxx Crosby News / Lindy's Sports / November 2

Raiders are making a mistake by not trading Maxx Crosby

At 4-4 and sitting in third place in the AFC West, the Las Vegas Raiders are unlikely to make the playoffs this season. Yet, for some reason, the team is said to be keeping its most valuable trade chip, EDGE Maxx Crosby, past the NFL trade deadline, as it is likely to hang on to him.

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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.

Ashton Jeanty News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Can Mike Washington Take Over Raiders’ Backfield?

The Raiders backfield underwent a major shakeup in Week 8. Ashton Jeanty was benched in favor of rookie Mike Washington. After the Raiders’ win, Washington has a chance to claim the lead role. Jeanty has been a disaster this season.

Brock Bowers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Brock Bowers reached a historic milestone in Raiders-Jets game

The Las Vegas Raiders are finally back to their winning ways, thanks in large part to the incredible performance of tight end Brock Bowers on Sunday. The

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 2

Encouraging, Discouraging Signs for Raiders in Week 8 Win

For the first time since Sept. 27, the Las Vegas Raiders have won a game. In Week 8, the Raiders defeated the New York Jets, 38-33, ending their four-game losing streak.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Raiders General Manager John Spytek’s Drafting Looking Suspect After Ashton Jeanty’s Benching

In his first offseason as the general manager of the Raiders, John Spytek made a risky decision and drafted Ashton Jeanty with the sixth pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite the Raiders’ roster being filled with holes, Spytek gambled on Jeanty being a superstar running back that could overcome a bad offensive line and still produce.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 2

Grading Each Raiders Position Group Following Week 8 Win

The Las Vegas Raiders snapped their four-game losing streak with a road win over the New York Jets in Week 8. Below are the grades for each position group.

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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.

Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Fernando Mendoza Personal News Announced Amid NFL Season

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza has been honored for his philanthropic work off the field. On Sunday, the Raiders snapped their four-game losing skid with a 38-33 win over the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 2

3 Overreactions to Raiders Ending Winless Skid vs. Jets

It wasn't pretty, but the Las Vegas Raiders are back in the win column for the first time since September, ending a streak of 11 consecutive losses in November and a four-game losing streak that lasted all of October.

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Klint Kubiak provides major clarification about Ashton Jeanty’s role

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty doesn’t have much to worry about regarding his role on the team. Even after a very light load in Sunday’s

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Raiders news: Only 1 thing surprises Klint Kubiak about Brock Bowers after another big day

Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak has grown so accustomed to Brock Bowers making difficult catches that he barely reacts anymore. Following the Raiders’ thrilling 38-33 victory over the New York Jets, Kubiak admitted there’s only one thing about his star tight end that still catches him off guard.

Kirk Cousins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Raiders’ Kirk Cousins breaks silence on ‘wellness celly’ after TD vs. Jets

Kirk Cousins led the Las Vegas Raiders to a 38-33 road win over the New York Jets that came after a 23-14 halftime deficit that was sparked by a big day through the air from Brock Bowers.

Brock Bowers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Raiders’ Brock Bowers continues to be a unicorn, and this absurd stat proves it

The Las Vegas Raiders handled their business on the road in Week 8, taking out the New York Jets by a score of 38-33 in a week that saw Ashton Jeanty call out the Jets ahead of the game.