Las Vegas Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Michael Mayer News / The Raider Ramble / October 17

Raiders failing to get return on massive Michael Mayer investment

The Las Vegas Raiders turned heads when they gave Michael Mayer a three-year deal worth $45 million that made him one of the highest-paid tight ends in the NFL.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

Mule on the Loose: Raiders’ Surprise Star Making Noise in Vegas

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Autumn Wind is a pirate; we all know that sacred anthem of the Las Vegas Raiders. But did you know it is also a mule? A mule is loose in Southeastern Nevada, wearing a silver-and-black jersey, sporting the biggest smile you’ve ever seen, and playing some consistently terrific football.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Greg Rousseau's 35 Pressures vs. Maxx Crosby's 89.7 PFF Grade Could Decide Bills-Raiders

Greg Rousseau saved the Buffalo Bills on Monday night with a blocked overtime field goal, but his real work this season has come off the edge. On Sunday he shares a field with the one pass rusher in the league who might be better, the Las Vegas Raiders’ Maxx Crosby.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

Predicting Which Underrated Raiders Will Shine Against Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders have dropped their last two games and are trying to get back in the win column. Unfortunately for Klint Kubiak's group, the Buffalo Bills, who may be the class of the AFC, are coming to town.

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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.

Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Fernando Mendoza's Debut and a Franchise-Worst Ground Game: 6 Bills-Raiders Things to Know

Fernando Mendoza finally took an NFL snap last Sunday, and the Buffalo Bills are the first team to see the Las Vegas Raiders since the No. 1 overall pick got a taste of real games.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

3 Raiders Who Must Step Up Against Buffalo Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to avoid a three-game losing streak in Week 7. Unfortunately, they face the Buffalo Bills , who are 4-1; in case you don't know, they have Josh Allen at quarterback.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

How Raiders Can Slow Down Offensive Juggernaut Bills

After the first three games of the 2026 season, the Las Vegas Raiders' defense looked like one of the best units in the league. They weren't letting teams into the end zone.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Can Raiders Count on Ashton Jeanty and Kirk Cousins Against Bills Soft Defense?

The Raiders host one of the highest-powered offenses in the NFL on Sunday, as Josh Allen and the Bills come to Las Vegas. Buffalo is tied for the league lead in points scored this season, and if the Raiders are going to win, they’ll need to score quite a few points. Fortunately, the Bills have been allowing a lot of points this season.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

4 Raiders Players To Watch vs. Buffalo Bills

Week 6 has arrived for the Las Vegas Raiders as they look to return to winning ways. A two-game losing skid has left the team on their heels, facing humbling experiences in every direction.

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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 / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

Announcers, Referees & Jersey Combination for Raiders Week 6 Matchup

The Las Vegas Raiders' Week 6 home matchup against the Buffalo Bills will be the third consecutive week that Las Vegas plays one of the league's top teams.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 17

Raiders' Red Zone Report: Why Drives Stalled, Improvements for Bills

After ranking near the top of the league in average points per game, the Las Vegas Raiders' offense has seemingly been figured out. Injuries to an already questionable group of wide receivers and to some of their best offensive weapons have made life difficult for Las Vegas' offense.

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The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Brock Bowers News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Brock Bowers Could Exploit a Bills Secondary Missing Its Top Three Nickel Options in Las Vegas

The Buffalo Bills’ secondary has been running out of answers all season. Sunday at Allegiant Stadium, it has to find one for Brock Bowers with its nickel spot in tatters.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 16

2 Raiders’ Position Battles ahead of Week 6 Matchup With Bills

Off the heels of two losses, the Raiders are open for competition in Week 6. Las Vegas has multiple position battles going on before they line up and face the Bills on Sunday. Head coach Klint Kubiak repeatedly played up the need for competition during training camp before he had to decide on his starters.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Raiders Surface Again in Trade Rumors Around Veteran WR

The Las Vegas Raiders stand out as the top potential trade destination for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings, largely because of his prior ties to head coach Klint Kubiak.

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / October 16

Raiders Get Exposed by Patriots in Brutal Reality Check

The Las Vegas Raiders arrived at Gillette Stadium on Sunday as a 3-1 team fresh off pushing Kansas City into the final minute. They left 3-2, beaten by four touchdowns, outgained 536 yards to 306, and were exposed in ways that are hard to spin.

Nick Sanchez News / EssentiallySports / October 15

Ex-FOX Analyst Mark Sanchez Reaches Settlement With Truck Driver After Stabbing Incident

Mark Sanchez finally seems to be getting a break from his civil lawsuit against Perry Tole, as both parties are working toward an agreement. Mark Sanchez has agreed in principle to settle a civil lawsuit filed by truck driver Perry Tole.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / October 14

Raiders' Kirk Cousins reportedly in no danger of being benched after Fernando Mendoza appearance

First-year Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak sat veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to give No. 1 overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza some playing time late in the club's 45-17 loss at the New England Patriots this past Sunday.

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

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

Two-minute drill: Intriguing primetime matchups, sloppy NFC East, Texans trade for Marvin Harrison Jr. and more

The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Brian Flores News / Dice City Sports / October 14

Unsealed Brian Flores Memo Puts Raiders’ Coaching Search Under New Scrutiny

LAS VEGAS — A document prepared during the Las Vegas Raiders’ most recent head-coaching search has placed the organization in the middle of Brian Flores’ ongoing discrimination lawsuit against the NFL.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 14

Kubiak Calls Raiders Running Back Dylan Laube an ‘Ascending Player’

Dylan Laube is earning Klint Kubiak’s trust, but the Las Vegas Raiders’ struggling run game raises a bigger question: Is it time for the young back to get more opportunities?

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 13

The Raiders’ Free Agent Gamble Is Already Backfiring

The Las Vegas Raiders made key moves in free agency to change their fortunes in 2026. So far, the results have been hard to ignore for all the wrong reasons.