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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 19

Raiders’ Defense Is Crying Out for a Defensive Tackle

Enough is enough. On top of a third-quarter collapse Sunday, the Las Vegas Raiders were absent in the run game once again. After allowing 165 rushing yards in New England, the defense gave up 95 yards to Buffalo’s James Cook.

Ashton Jeanty News / Athlon Sports / October 19

How Long can the Raiders Wait on Ashton Jeanty to Produce?

In what has become a recurring theme, the Raiders’ run game was a disaster yet again in Week 6. But the Raiders continue to let Ashton Jeanty run nowhere. Jeanty took 10 carries on Sunday and turned in a dismal 22 rushing yards.

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Klint Kubiak News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Klint Kubiak’s Rookie Mistakes are Hurting the Raiders

In the final seconds of the third quarter on Sunday, Klint Kubiak threw his red challenge flag onto the field. He was trying to save the Raiders from a third and 10.

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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.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 19

Grading Every Raiders' Position Group Following Loss vs. Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders have lost three straight games. Las Vegas faced the Buffalo Bills at home on Sunday and lost to one of the league's best teams for a third consecutive week.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 19

3 Overreactions to Raiders Competitive Loss vs. Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders were once the talk of the town in the NFL three weeks ago. However, early-season success can be a tease, as the Raiders lost their third straight game to the Buffalo Bills, 33-30.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 19

Raiders vs. Bills: Winners & Losers From Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Nev.—For the second time in three weeks, the Raiders faced a Super Bowl favorite team at Allegiant Stadium, and for the second time in three weeks, the team overachieved, despite a roster level far inferior to the team they were facing; they had no one to blame for the loss but themselves.

Kirk Cousins News / HITC / October 19

Raiders’ late-game struggles frustrate Kirk Cousins after narrow Bills defeat

Kirk Cousins has called on the Las Vegas Raiders to find ways to close out games after their 33-30 defeat to the Buffalo Bills extended their losing streak to three matches.

Klint Kubiak News / Dice City Sports / October 18

Raiders Fall to Bills 33-30 as Klint Kubiak Calls Out Team’s Inability to Finish Games

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders showed plenty of fight Sunday afternoon, but another disappointing finish left head coach Klint Kubiak searching for answers.

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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.

Kirk Cousins News / Viral Sports News / October 19

Raiders’ Kirk Cousins Gets Brutally Honest About Losing Streak

The Las Vegas Raiders fell short in a tight contest Sunday, dropping a 33-30 decision to the Buffalo Bills and extending their losing streak to three games.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 18

Raiders QB Kirk Cousins brings up DeSean Jackson while in awe of Tre Tucker’s speed

The Las Vegas Raiders took their third straight loss to Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. But one Raiders player left quarterback Kirk Cousins in awe during the 33-30 loss.

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Ashton Jeanty News / A to Z Sports / October 18

There’s a new narrative regarding Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty, and it doesn’t look good at the moment

The Las Vegas Raiders may have an issue on their hands with Ashton Jeanty and Mike Washington Jr. The Las Vegas Raiders continue to struggle to close out games.

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / October 18

Raiders fall 33-30 to Bills but see a fixable finishing problem

The Las Vegas Raiders took the Buffalo Bills to the wire but fell 33-30. Maxx Crosby, Kirk Cousins and Tyler Linderbaum on what went wrong and how they can fix it.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 18

Raiders’ 3-3 Start Has Raider Nation Questioning Talent, Defense

The Las Vegas Raiders fall to 3-3, and Raider Nation is sounding off on the team’s biggest problems, from defensive struggles to talent and line play. The Raiders are back at square one after a third straight loss, and the team’s fans have a clear idea of why the early-season momentum disappeared.

Klint Kubiak News / The Raider Ramble / October 18

'Very Disappointed'—Klint Kubiak Sends Blunt Message After Another Raiders Loss

Klint Kubiak is “very disappointed” after another Las Vegas Raiders loss. The coach of the Silver and Black has a clear message for his team as late-game struggles continue.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 18

Raiders Stock Report: Risers & Fallers After Third Straight Loss

The Las Vegas Raiders' loss to the Buffalo Bills confirmed they can compete with the league's best teams. Few things make a three-game losing streak seem better than it is.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 18

4 Instant Observations From Raiders Tough Loss Against Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders entered their Week 6 matchup against the Buffalo Bills looking to move past a challenging past two weeks. The start of the game felt much like the Raiders' first three games of the season, where they did their best to make it a dogfight for Josh Allen and the Bills.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 18

Bills QB Josh Allen completes one of the wildest touchdown passes of NFL season

The magic of Allen isn't just the fact he is one of the most productive quarterbacks in the NFL. It is also that he can also make plays that most quarterbacks will not even attempt.

Bills' C.J. Gardner-Johnson could face an even bigger problem after ejection vs. Raiders

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NFL News / Dice City Sports / October 17

Raiders Face Uphill Battle Against Josh Allen and Bills as Ashton Jeanty Looks to Break Out

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders are approaching a critical point in their season, and Sunday’s Week 7 matchup against the Buffalo Bills could determine whether the Silver and Black can begin turning things around.

Fernando Mendoza News / EssentiallySports / October 17

'There’s So Much to Learn': Derek Carr Gives Honest Verdict on Fernando Mendoza After NFL Debut

Raiders fans finally got to see Fernando Mendoza, their potential franchise quarterback, make his NFL debut against the New England Patriots in Week 5.

Michael Mayer News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Michael Mayer’s Extension with Raiders is Looking More Puzzling as Season Progresses

Just before the start of the season the Raiders handed out an extension to their backup tight end Michael Mayer. Keeping Mayer around was not a mistake, but making him one of the highest-paid tight ends in the NFL is certainly looking foolish. Mayer signed a three-year deal worth $45 million.

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.

Fernando Mendoza News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14

Door Opening For Fernando Mendoza Move Into Raiders’ Starting Lineup

After a narrow loss to the Chiefs in Week 4, the Raiders were on the losing end of a 45-17 result in Foxborough. The Patriots loss concluded with the visitors giving Fernando Mendoza his first NFL reps, and discussions about when to make the transition to the No.