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Injured Raiders cornerback returns to practice at surprising new position

The Las Vegas Raiders initially had a competition going for the starting cornerback job between Darien Porter and Kyu Blu Kelly. However, since Kelly’s injury, it appears Porter might be the frontrunner.

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Watch: Raiders LB Coach John Glenn Speaks Following Training Camp

The Las Vegas Raiders' defense has undergone significant changes over the past few months. Their group of linebackers has undergone through the most significant of those changes, as the unit will feature new starters across the board.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Watch: Raiders DB Coach Joe Woods Speaks Following Training Camp

The Las Vegas Raiders' group of defensive backs is undoubtedly the defense's most significant question mark heading into the season. After adding several cornerbacks and moving on from Jakorian Bennett, Defensive Backs Coach Joe Woods will help develop the unit.

Trade Pitch Has Raiders Swing Deal With 49ers to Land Upgrade at WR

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of good things going for them on offense. Brock Bowers might be the best tight end in the NFL, Ashton Jeanty has superstar potential at running back and Geno Smith is a massive upgrade at quarterback over what they've had the last two seasons.

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The 'Second-leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players with the second-most career receiving yards for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

1 last-minute trade Raiders must make before Week 1 of 2025 NFL season

On paper, Las Vegas has serviceable pass-catchers. Meyers is a sure-handed route runner who thrives in the slot or as a second option, but he isn’t built to carry an offense.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Should the Raiders Trade for a Wide Receiver?

If the Raiders want to maximize their chances of success in their first year with Pete Carroll and Geno Smith, there's still work to be done in their wide receiver room.

Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

The Raiders' Best Player Is Clear

Maxx Crosby deserves every penny of his massive contract extension he got earlier in the offseason, as he's been one of the few stars the Las Vegas Raiders have been able to hang their hat on for the past couple of years.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / August 22

Niners TE George Kittle Wants The Raiders To ‘Let Maxx Crosby Be Maxx Crosby’

Some would argue that the joint practices between teams that take place during training camp are more important than preseason games. It certainly allows

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Increased Competition Has Impacted Every Raiders' Unit

Under Pete Carroll, the Las Vegas Raiders have emphasized competition. This has impacted every position group on the team. Following training camp, veteran Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell explained how the Raiders' practices have helped him improve.

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Carroll, Raiders, Must Make Full Use of New Addition

The Las Vegas Raiders filled out their roster nicely over the offseason and solidified those moves with several additional ones after training camp started.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Raiders Veteran Wide Receiver Proving His Worth

The Las Vegas Raiders are going to be young in some areas this season. But the young players the Silver and Black have on their roster are all filled with talent.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / August 22

Pete Carroll, Geno Smith have opportunity to make history

The logic that went into the Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to trade for quarterback Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks was easy to deduce. Underneath head coach Pete Carroll, Smith enjoyed a career renaissance in Seattle with his best stretch of play in the NFL.

Tyree Wilson News / Dice City Sports / August 22

Tyree Wilson promises to ‘continue to get better’

For Tyree Wilson, 2025 has all the makings of a make-or-break year for his NFL future. The seventh overall pick in the 2023 Draft, Wilson’s first two seasons in the NFL have been a mixed bag.

Aidan O'Connell News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

How Raiders' Aidan O'Connell Is Handling Year 3

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

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Which Raiders Offensive Lineman Has Flashed All Training Camp

The Las Vegas Raiders want to be better on the offensive side of the ball. If they want to have any kind of success this season, the offense is going to have to be good.

Jackson Powers-Johnson News / Dice City Sports / August 22

Raiders hoping to gain something from training camp battle

With just under a week remaining in training camp, the Las Vegas Raiders are still undecided in a few spots. Jackson Powers-Johnson has gone from a surefire starter to a curious case in the past couple of months.

Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Raiders Veteran Overcame Several Hurdles in Preparation for This Season

After an eventful offseason, the Las Vegas Raiders are depending on many of their new additions to make an impact this season. However, they also need several of their returning players to do so.

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 22

Why All Eyes are On Ashton Jeanty's Rookie Season

The Las Vegas Raiders have high hopes for the 2025 NFL season. They've completely revamped their offense after an abysmal showing on that side of the ball last year.

Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 21

Raiders’ 2023 1st round pick ready to breakout next to Maxx Crosby

The Las Vegas Raiders enter 2025 settled at one edge rusher spot. Maxx Crosby occupies that area. But they’ve been relentlessly called to give Crosby help on the other side.

Pete Carroll News / Raiders Newswire / August 21

Pete Carroll Not Worried About Offensive Line Depth

The Las Vegas Raiders have made some real improvements on the offensive side of the ball this offseason. Geno Smith at quarterback is a massive upgrade, and drafting running back Ashton Jeanty should help improve a league-worst run game, not to mention Pete Carroll taking over as head coach.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 21

Is 2025 The Year That Raiders DE Tyree Wilson Becomes A Force?

At this instant, the common comparison to Tyree Wilson is Jalen Carter. While Jalen Carter was considered the superior player leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft, Tyree Wilson, the Texas Tech alum, was viewed as the safer choice.

Jordan Meredith News / Pro Football Rumors / August 20

Favorite emerging in Raiders starting center competition

Shifting from guard to center, he is moving toward commandeering the starting job in Pete Carroll‘s first Raiders season.

Why Geno Smith is entering a 'trial season' with the Raiders

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 20

Why Geno Smith is entering a 'trial season' with the Raiders

Smith signed a two-year deal with the Raiders, but it sounds like he'll have to prove himself if he wants to remain the team's QB1 beyond this season.

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Pete Carroll gives blunt assessment of Aidan O’Connell’s play

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