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Will Raiders Trade Kirk Cousins and Turn to Fernando Mendoza?

Will Raiders Trade Kirk Cousins and Turn to Fernando Mendoza?

Eventually the Raiders will turn to Fernando Mendoza. After Kirk Cousins’ turnover-filled performance in Week 9, that day could come soon.  The Raiders were blasted 38-17 by the 49ers, and Cousins played his worst game of the season, as he threw three interceptions in the second half.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 9
Grading Each Raiders' Position Group Following Week 9 Against 49ers

Grading Each Raiders' Position Group Following Week 9 Against 49ers

Week 9 was another Sunday when the Las Vegas Raiders started slowly and hinged their hopes on mounting a second-half comeback. The only problem is that Las Vegas turned the ball over three times in the second half.

Ashton Jeanty News / Athlon Sports / November 9
Despite Disappointing Outing, Ashton Jeanty Resumes Role as Raiders’ Lead Back

Despite Disappointing Outing, Ashton Jeanty Resumes Role as Raiders’ Lead Back

In Week 8, Raiders’ head coach Klint Kubiak benched Ashton Jeanty in favor of Mike Washington. But one game later, Jeanty is back as the Raiders’ top running back.  After Washington out snapped Jeanty and handled 25 of the 27 running back carries in a win over the Jets, the Raiders’ running back room was flipped back to Jeanty.

Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / November 9
In 2024, Tom Brady and Tom Wagner paid $220 million for a 10% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders; Brady's half was worth $335 million within a year

In 2024, Tom Brady and Tom Wagner paid $220 million for a 10% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders; Brady's half was worth $335 million within a year

Tom Brady’s path into NFL ownership came with an unusual complication: he was preparing to become a team investor while also serving as Fox Sports’ lead game analyst.

Josh Allen News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rush for at least 25 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Brock Bowers News / A to Z Sports / November 9
Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers was able to break an extraordinary record once again, even in the loss to the 49ers

Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers was able to break an extraordinary record once again, even in the loss to the 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders are once again under .500 on the season after losing to the San Francisco 49ers, but Brock Bowers broke another record. The Las Vegas Raiders have some things they may need to address before the trade deadline passes on Tuesday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 9
3 Overreactions to Raiders Bay Area Loss vs. 49ers

3 Overreactions to Raiders Bay Area Loss vs. 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders fell to the San Francisco 49ers in their return to the Bay Area, 38-17, in a game that wasn't particularly close to begin with. The 49ers dominated this game from the start, and it was clear early on that the Raiders were overmatched, overpowered, and overwhelmed— you name it.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 9
Winners & Losers: Self-Inflicted Wounds Cost Raiders vs. 49ers

Winners & Losers: Self-Inflicted Wounds Cost Raiders vs. 49ers

SANTA CLARA, CA.—The Las Vegas Raiders fell to 4-5 on the season yesterday in a 38-17 drubbing by the San Francisco 40ers (7-1) at Levi's Stadium. Once again, the story wasn't that the rebuilding Raiders lost; it was that an overmatched Raiders team competed and ultimately lost because of poor play by veterans.

Klint Kubiak News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 9
Raiders’ Klint Kubiak makes intriguing comment on potential trade moves after loss to 49ers

Raiders’ Klint Kubiak makes intriguing comment on potential trade moves after loss to 49ers

Coach Klint Kubiak’s Las Vegas Raiders were beaten soundly by the San Francisco 49ers in Week 9 action as Ashton Jeanty’s recent benching came into focus.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

Klint Kubiak News / A to Z Sports / November 8
Las Vegas Raiders HC Klint Kubiak gets cryptic when asked about loss to the 49ers just before the trade deadline on Tuesday

Las Vegas Raiders HC Klint Kubiak gets cryptic when asked about loss to the 49ers just before the trade deadline on Tuesday

The Las Vegas Raiders need roster changes if they want to compete moving forward, and the loss to the 49ers showed they could be buyers at the trade deadline.

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 The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz
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 The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz
NFL News / Dice City Sports / November 8
Raiders Self-Destruct Against 49ers as Five Second-Half Turnovers Fuel 38-17 Defeat

Raiders Self-Destruct Against 49ers as Five Second-Half Turnovers Fuel 38-17 Defeat

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The Las Vegas Raiders had opportunities to make Sunday’s matchup against the San Francisco 49ers competitive. Instead, turnovers, costly penalties and missed scoring opportunities turned what could have been a close game into another frustrating afternoon.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 8
Raiders Stock Report: Risers & Fallers After Loss to 49ers

Raiders Stock Report: Risers & Fallers After Loss to 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders got off to another slow start in Week 9, falling behind early to a San Francisco 49ers team that did not need any help to have a successful day.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 8

3 Instant Observations From Raiders' Week 9 Loss vs. 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders were on the road again in Week 9, this time against the San Francisco 49ers. The Raiders faced a 49ers team fresh off its bye week.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / November 8
Kirk Cousins' run as Raiders starter should be over

Kirk Cousins' run as Raiders starter should be over after disastrous performance vs. 49ers

After a surprising 3-0 start to the season, it seemed that the Las Vegas Raiders may be able to be a sneaky contender for an AFC playoff spot. Six weeks later, though, Las Vegas finds itself a loser in five of its last six games and outside the AFC playoff picture.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / November 8
Raiders’ Loyalty to Rob Leonard Could Come Back to Haunt Them

Raiders’ Loyalty to Rob Leonard Could Come Back to Haunt Them

The Rob Leonard debate is exposing a bigger problem in Sin City. The Las Vegas Raiders must decide whether they’re truly trying to win now or building for the future.

Las Vegas Raiders News / HITC / November 8
Raiders settle quarterback question on Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza

Raiders settle quarterback question on Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza

The Las Vegas Raiders took Fernando Mendoza with the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but Kirk Cousins isn’t ready to cede power to his young teammate just yet.

Ashton Jeanty News / The Raider Ramble / November 8
Sunday’s 49ers Matchup Could Reveal the Truth About Ashton Jeanty

Sunday’s 49ers Matchup Could Reveal the Truth About Ashton Jeanty

The Las Vegas Raiders are shaking up their backfield, but Ashton Jeanty’s struggles may be a symptom of a much bigger problem with Klint Kubiak’s offensive scheme.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / November 8
Are the Raiders Buyers or Bystanders This Season?

Are the Raiders Buyers or Bystanders This Season?

The Las Vegas Raiders were written off in August but are knocking on the playoff door in November. The Silver and Black are closer to contending than rebuilding, and the Nov.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / November 8
Raiders Willing To Trade QB Kirk Cousins?

Raiders Willing To Trade QB Kirk Cousins?

The Raiders are 4-4, and bridge quarterback Kirk Cousins is playing well. Las Vegas reportedly wants to keep Cousins at the helm as long as possible, but as No.

Ashton Jeanty News / Athlon Sports / November 7
Will the Raiders Give Ashton Jeanty his Starting Role Back?

Will the Raiders Give Ashton Jeanty his Starting Role Back?

In Week 8, Ashton Jeanty was effectively benched. Rookie Mike Washington handled 25 carries, while Jeanty was relegated to passing-down duties. But the Raiders could turn back to Jeanty on Sunday.  Jeanty has struggled as a runner this season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / November 7
The Biggest Game of the Raiders Season is This Week in San Francisco

The Biggest Game of the Raiders Season is This Week in San Francisco

The most consequential game of the Raiders’ season is being played on Sunday. The direction of the franchise could be determined by the Raiders’ result in San Francisco.  The Raiders sit at 4-4 on the season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / November 6
Las Vegas Raiders are hoping one player just had a ‘wake-up call’ just before they get set to play the San Francisco 49ers

Las Vegas Raiders are hoping one player just had a ‘wake-up call’ just before they get set to play the San Francisco 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders need Ashton Jeanty and the run game to come through on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. The Las Vegas Raiders have two good running backs.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 6
Raiders Make Two Practice Squad Moves

Raiders Make Two Practice Squad Moves

The Las Vegas Raiders announced they signed TE Carter Runyon to the practice squad and released WR Phillip Dorsett in a corresponding move.  Las Vegas’

Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / November 5
Maxx Crosby repeats desire to stay with Raiders amid rumors as trade deadline nears

Maxx Crosby repeats desire to stay with Raiders amid rumors as trade deadline nears

Crosby again reiterated his desire to remain with the Raiders.

NFC executive thinks Raiders could keep Maxx Crosby through trade deadline due to Fernando Mendoza
Raiders' Mark Davis feels 'absolutely no pressure whatsoever' to play Fernando Mendoza over Kirk Cousins
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / November 4
NFC executive thinks Raiders could keep Maxx Crosby through trade deadline due to Fernando Mendoza

NFC executive thinks Raiders could keep Maxx Crosby through trade deadline due to Fernando Mendoza

Despite the non-stop rumors that have hovered over the Las Vegas Raiders throughout 2026, there has been no real indication since the end of March that they have any interest in parting ways with star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby.

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Kirk Cousins Changes the Narrative as Raiders End Four-Game Skid
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
Dylan Laube News / Yardbarker / November 1
Is the art of the kickoff return dying in the NFL?

Is the art of the kickoff return dying in the NFL?

It took a while, but we have our first kickoff return for a touchdown in the 2026 NFL season.

Misery loves company: Only bright spot for Jets is failures of Cowboys, Colts
Raiders HC Klint Kubiak addresses whether Ashton Jeanty's reduced workload tied to jab toward Jets
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The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

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