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The Las Vegas Raiders are trying to get back on track after losing three straight games, and they'll try to get back in the win column vs. the Los Angeles Rams.

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3 Glaring Reasons Raiders Can Pull Off Rams Upset

The Las Vegas Raiders are reeling, as they are in the midst of a three-game losing streak. However, they're in a great spot to end their winless drought in Week 7 against the once Super Bowl favorite Los Angeles Rams.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

Why Raiders Catching Rams at Opportunistic Time

The Las Vegas Raiders are preparing for a showdown with the Los Angeles Rams, looking to rebound after losing three straight. The Raiders may be sliding, but the Rams are in a worse spot.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 24

3 Make or Break Players for the Raiders in Week 7’s Matchup with Rams

If the Raiders are going to knock off the Rams on Sunday a couple of star players and one player returning from injury will need to have big games. Las Vegas has lost three straight games to fall to 3-3.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

Raiders vs. Rams: 5 Key Players To Watch

Week 7 is here, and this game could determine the fate of both franchises for the rest of the season. The Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Rams go toe-to-toe on Sunday afternoon in a game many saw as a gimme for the supposed "superteam" that is the Rams.

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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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

One Trade Deadline Move Raiders Must Prioritize ASAP

The Las Vegas Raiders spent the offseason revamping their roster from the top down. Las Vegas' front office did an admirable job of quickly revamping what was the league's worst roster last season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

Announcers, Referees & Jersey Combination for Raiders' Week 7 Matchup

The Las Vegas Raiders hope this Sunday will go better than the previous three, as they host the Los Angeles Rams. Both teams enter Week 7 with issues that will likely impact Sunday's game.

John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

What Raiders Can Realistically Afford at NFL Trade Deadline

The Las Vegas Raiders roster is nearly set as the trade deadline approaches, but it is still far from complete. A team can only do so much to fix its roster before the trade deadline, but with room for improvement, Las Vegas could be in the market.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23

AFC Notes: Bo Nix, Tre Tucker, Jackson Powers-Johnson, Broncos, Raiders

The Broncos currently have the league’s No. 31-ranked offense going into Week 7. Denver QB Bo Nix admits that he can play better and is confident their offense can stay consistently strong. “I have to play better,” Nix said, via Mike Klis of 9News.

Klint Kubiak News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 24

Raiders Injury Update: From Concern to Encouragement in 24 Hours

HENDERSON, Nev.—It is no secret that the Las Vegas Raiders' (3-3) offensive rushing attack needs improvement ahead of their matchup against the preseason Super Bowl favorites, the Los Angeles Rams (2-4), at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday.

Brian Thomas News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders Could Make Big Splash by Adding Brian Thomas from Jaguars

It is no secret the Raiders’ wide receiver room is not very good. As a result, Las Vegas could be a popular destination for any wideouts traded before the Nov.

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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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders facing Ashton Jeanty decision after Mike Washington Jr. news

The Las Vegas Raiders opened the 2026 NFL season with a promising 3-0 start, but a tougher schedule over the following weeks has coincided with a three-game losing streak. Now 3-3, the Raiders are in third place in the AFC West as they prepare for their Week 7 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams.

How Raiders' Fernando Mendoza is 'doing more than asked' while serving as Kirk Cousins' backup

Raiders focus on red-zone efficiency as scuffling Rams visit

The '100-rushing yard, 2-TD catch games' quiz

Quenton Nelson News / Dice City Sports / October 23

Quenton Nelson Should Be the Raiders’ No. 1 Free-Agent Target in 2027

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders don’t need to look very far to identify their biggest offensive problem. The running game isn’t working. With the Silver and Black averaging just 3.0 yards per rushing attempt and ranking 31st among 32 NFL teams, it’s becoming increasingly clear that significant changes are needed along the offensive line.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 23

Raiders’ Rushing Numbers Reveal a Serious Offensive Problem

The numbers paint a troubling picture for the Las Vegas Raiders. Through the early portion of the 2026 NFL season, the Raiders rank 31st among 32 NFL teams in yards per carry, averaging just 3.0 yards per rushing attempt.

Klint Kubiak News / Athlon Sports / October 23

The Raiders Have a Third Quarter Problem That Klint Kubiak Must Fix

In the midst of a three-game losing streak, the Raiders have an odd problem. They are getting beat up in the third quarter. Over the last two games Buffalo and New England have outscored Las Vegas 24-3.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders Offensive Line Still Not Set Heading into Week 7

After watching Ashton Jeanty get stuffed in the backfield repeatedly, Klint Kubiak decided to make a change along his offensive line. Jackson Powers-Johnson went to the bench and Caleb Rogers slotted in as the starting right guard for the Week 6 matchup with the Bills. It didn’t matter. Jeanty ran for a whopping 22 yards on 10 carries.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Raiders’ Dont’e Thornton in Danger of Missing Entire Season

Prior to the start of the season the Raiders placed wide receiver Dont’e Thornton on injured reserve. However, his season wasn’t over, as he was designated to return.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / October 22

How Raiders' Fernando Mendoza is 'doing more than asked' while serving as Kirk Cousins' backup

In some instances, a rookie quarterback selected with the first pick of an NFL Draft could get frustrated by remaining a second-choice option through the end of October. It sounds like that isn't the case with Mendoza.

Raiders' Mark Davis may agree with Kurt Warner about starting Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza

Raiders are defying expectations at 3-3, but one 'disturbing trend' is hard to ignore

NFL executives think Seahawks' Sam Darnold is missing Klint Kubiak, Kenneth Walker III

The 'Multiple 30-Passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Klint Kubiak gets honest about Fernando Mendoza’s development

Fernando Mendoza is still waiting for his chance to get the keys to the Las Vegas Raiders’ offense, but he’s doing what he can behind the scenes to be ready.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Former Cowboys All-Pro DB Cornell Green Passes Away

Former Cowboys All-Pro defensive back and longtime Broncos scout Cornell Green died at 86. The Cowboys announced the decorated defender’s passing Wednesday.