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Raiders’ Klint Kubiak sets stage for key position battle to be settled in preseason finale

Head coach Klint Kubiak will have plenty of decisions to make when crafting his first final roster with the Las Vegas Raiders. One of the biggest is who will be starting at right guard.

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Raiders Final Training Camp Practice: Winners & Losers

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders, moments ago, concluded their final practice for the 2026 NFL training camp, and to call this camp consequential could be one of the biggest understatements ever.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Raiders’ Klint Kubiak shuts down Ashton Jeanty injury question with 4-word response

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport provided an important update regarding Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury as the regular season approaches. He noted that while the sprain is not severe, there remains a significant possibility that the running back may miss Week 1.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 25

Raiders Showing Progress Across Roster Ahead of Preseason Finale

The Las Vegas Raiders' Tuesday practice was their last one before Thursday night's preseason matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. The Raiders have gradually improved with each practice, while working through the ups and downs that come with significant change.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 25

One Las Vegas Raiders rookie is going to have to be ready for whatever is thrown his way, and he’s already responded well

The Las Vegas Raiders have to have a lot of trust in Mike Washington Jr. to take over at starting running back if Ashton Jeanty can’t go. The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves in a predicament nobody wants to be in.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Fernando Mendoza Struggles Under Pressure as Raiders' Offensive Line Woes Continue

The Raiders have given Fernando Mendoza nine drives across two preseason games, and one problem has stuck out. He is struggling under pressure. According to Warren Sharp, Mendoza has been pressured on 13 of his dropbacks.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Treydan Stukes Wins Starting Safety Job, Bumping Isaiah Pola-Mao to Second Team

The Raiders may have a new starting safety when Week 1 rolls around. Rookie Treydan Stukes has claimed the free safety spot for himself. Over the last two practices Stukes has taken the most snaps with the starting defense, pushing Isaiah Pola-Mao to the second team.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Raiders Terminate Contract of Long-Time NFL Veteran

The Las Vegas Raiders have already moved on from one of their late-camp additions, as the team released veteran wide receiver Noah Brown eight days after signing him and before their final preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 25

Ashton Jeanty’s Ankle Sprain Not Major, Week 1 Still In Doubt

Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty suffered an injury that seemed to be significant at first, but was later said to be an ankle sprain. Appearing on The Insiders,

Fernando Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Fernando Mendoza Returns to His Second-String Role

Fernando Mendoza got a chance with the Raiders’ starting offense during joint practice with the Texans last week. He then started the preseason game in Houston, though it was with the second-team offense.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 25

Every Raiders Player Who Helped Their Roster Chances in Preseason

The Las Vegas Raiders have been hard at work sorting through installations and much more. Soon, another wave of roster decisions will be made. Below are several Raiders who have helped their roster and depth chart chances throughout the offseason and the team's first two preseason games.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 25

Raiders Snap Counts vs. Texans: Who Played the Most?

The Las Vegas Raiders' coaching staff decided to sit their starters against the Houston Texans in their second preseason game under head coach Klint Kubiak.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 25

How Raiders Can 'Earn' Ability To Run Football

The Las Vegas Raiders have a clear identity this season under head coach Klint Kubiak, and that's to run the football. Through two weeks of preseason action , we have seen the Raiders operate predominantly from under center and prioritize the rushing attack.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Raiders’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The Las Vegas Raiders look dramatically different from the team that took the field a year ago. Klint Kubiak now faces the difficult task of squeezing an increasingly talented group into just 53 spots.

Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / August 24

Jeanty ankle leads Raiders depth chart questions

Ashton Jeanty remains atop the Raiders’ unofficial depth chart, but his ankle has become the biggest uncertainty surrounding Las Vegas entering the final week of the preseason.

Jaylon Smith News / Yardbarker / August 24

Former Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith gets high school football job

According to Gracie Sherrow of Wane 15, Monday afternoon brought two massive changes to North Side High School.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 24

Raiders’ $81 million star drops intriguing hint on QB future

A Las Vegas Raiders star’s surprising comments could offer a major clue about the team’s quarterback plans and what comes next for Fernando Mendoza. Tyler Linderbaum, the center Las Vegas made the highest-paid interior lineman in NFL history, just gave the clearest outsider’s read yet on Mendoza’s readiness to play quarterback in the NFL.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

1 last-minute trade Raiders must make before Week 1 of 2026 NFL season

With the first regular-season game of new head coach Klint Kubiak’s tenure fast approaching, the Las Vegas Raiders are still working on finalizing their roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / August 24

Raiders Release WR Noah Brown

While we’ve still got about a week until the NFL’s roster cutdown deadline, the Raiders have given a veteran WR a head start to find a new squad. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the organization has released wideout Noah Brown.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Can Foley Fatukasi go From Unsigned to Week 1 Starter?

As the Raiders transition to a 3-4 base defense, there is more emphasis on the interior of the defensive line. But, Las Vegas didn’t add anything significant to that position in free agency or the draft.

Ashton Jeanty News / The Raider Ramble / August 24

Ashton Jeanty injury adds a new twist to Raiders’ Kareem Hunt buzz

Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury could change the Las Vegas Raiders’ plans, with Kareem Hunt emerging as an intriguing option as the season approaches. Jeanty left Sunday’s practice unable to put weight on his leg after diving for a low throw from Kirk Cousins.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Las Vegas Raiders’ punt and kick returner battle could decide who survives final roster cuts in a big way

The Las Vegas Raiders are going to have to make some important decisions in the coming days regarding the roster. The Las Vegas Raiders have one preseason game left before they must trim the roster from 90 to 53 players.

Mike Washington Jr. News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Raiders offensive coaches are singing the praise of running back Mike Washington Jr. to a perfect tune

The Las Vegas Raiders will need Mike Washington Jr. big time if Ashton Jeanty is out for any period of time. The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves in an all-too-familiar spot: dealing with drama.