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Former Raiders first-round pick officially begins NFL comeback

Professional football has been a long and winding road for Damon Arnette. Drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, the Ohio State cornerback was selected with the hopes that he could help shore up the secondary.

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Raiders' Tyree Wilson Facing Pivotal 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders spent their first-round pick in 2023 on a pass rusher, who they hoped would blossom to be on the opposite side of Maxx Crosby and wreak havoc on opposing offensive lines.

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Jon Gruden Sounds Off on Former Raiders 1st-Rounder

Former Las Vegas Raiders first-round pick Damon Arnette signed with the Houston Texans after being out of the National Football League for the past few seasons.

Geno Smith News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 19

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The Las Vegas Raiders are heading in the right direction this offseason. All the moves they have made have put the franchise in a position to be successful not only in 2025 but in the future.

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Pete Carroll News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 19

Raiders Have Momentum With Pete Carroll

A lot has changed in Las Vegas from a year ago. Now the Las Vegas Raiders are under the leadership of veteran NFL head coach Pete Carroll, who has a lot of experience in the game and will bring it out with the Silver and Black.

Pete Carroll News / A to Z Sports / June 18

Las Vegas Raiders HC Pete Carroll is helping Raiders players in a way they have never seen

When the Las Vegas Raiders decided to hire former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll as their head coach to start their new regime, they knew they were getting a program builder.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 18

Journey Back To NFL Completed For Former Raiders First-Rounder Arnette

It’s not about who you once were; it’s about who you are now. Former Raiders first-rounder Damon Arnette serves as a picture-perfect example, making his way back onto an NFL roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / FirstSportz / June 18

Henry Ruggs III, Who Killed an Innocent in Fatal DUI Crash, Seeks Forgiveness

It has been four years since Henry Ruggs III made the fatal decision to drive intoxicated. The up-and-coming star for the Las Vegas Raiders drove his Corvette at a speed of 156 miles per hour before crashing into an oncoming car.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / June 18

Slot Machines: Getting creative at inside wide receiver

Las Vegas Raiders should experiment, rotate at slot receiver Over the course of offseason team activities (OTAs) and mandatory minicamp, the Las Vegas Raiders moved their wide receivers around to see what the various alignments, fits, and personnel groupings to get insight on production and synergy.

Henry Ruggs News / The Spun / June 18

Henry Ruggs Announces Decision On NFL Career After Leaving Prison

It's been several years since former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs was involved in a fatal accident that killed a 23-year-old woman and her dog.

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

Raiders' Tom Brady on Opening Hall of Excellence

Before Tom Brady became the Las Vegas Raiders' minority owner, he was the best quarterback in the National Football League. Brady is seen by many as the greatest quarterback of all time.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / June 18

Raiders Reacts Survey: Can the Raiders make the playoffs in 2025

Checking the pulse of Raider Nation Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country.

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

Raiders' Training Camp Dates & Joint Practices Revealed

The Las Vegas Raiders now know when they will be back on the field as a team. Training camp is the last stop to put things all together for the upcoming season.

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

Raiders Revamped Unit May be One of NFL's Most Underrated

The Las Vegas Raiders entered the offseason desperately needing to add to their skill positions on offense. Although Jakobi Meyers and Brock Bowers are formidable pass catchers, the Raiders have yet to establish another consistent option outside of them.

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Tyree Wilson News / A to Z Sports / June 18

Las Vegas Raiders DE Tyree Wilson keeps it real regarding how important the 2025 season is for him

The Las Vegas Raiders, two regimes ago, drafted Tyree Wilson No. 7 overall, taking a flier on a guy who had the potential to be a very good defensive end but was still very raw.

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

Make-or-Break Season for This Raiders Veteran

The Las Vegas Raiders have long searched for a dependable defensive end to line up opposite Maxx Crosby. Last offseason, it appeared the Raiders had found what they were looking for, as Malcolm Koonce had developed into a legitimate option for the role.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Former Raiders First-Round Pick Signing With AFC Team

It's been a long road for former Las Vegas Raiders first-round pick Damon Arnette. He was a good player in college, but nobody thought he was a first-round pick except former general manager Mike Mayock.

Geno Smith News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 18

Where Raiders' Geno Smith Ranks as Elite

The Las Vegas Raiders appear to have solved their quarterback woes with the addition of Geno Smith earlier this offseason. Over the past two seasons, Las Vegas' quarterbacks have struggled at things Smith excels in.

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

Former Raiders 1st-Rounder Signs with AFC Foe

The Las Vegas Raiders drafted cornerback Damon Arnette Jr. in the 2020 NFL Draft, with the hope that he would help solidify their group of cornerbacks.

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

Weaknesses in AFC West Teams that Raiders Could Expose

The Las Vegas Raiders play in what could be the toughest division in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, and Denver Broncos all made

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 18

Geno Smith Talks Raiders Rookies; Ashton Jeanty, Jack Bech, Thornton Jr.

It’s always exciting for a quarterback when his team selects three offensive weapons through the first four rounds of an NFL draft–Las Vegas Raiders signal caller Geno Smith is learning that through the additions of Ashton Jeanty, Jack Bech, and Dont’e Thornton Jr.