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One undrafted defender is already putting Raiders veterans on notice because of how much he talks during practice

The Las Vegas Raiders have a linebacker room that will provide a handful of opportunities to prove themselves. You can kind of already guess who the starters will be, but nothing is set in stone, really, especially with the depth guys.

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NFL Exec Gets Real on Geno Smith Joining Raiders

Geno Smith’s arrival has sparked optimism, with an NFL executive describing the quarterback as a stabilizing force for the Las Vegas Raiders. After years of inconsistency at the position, Smith reunites with head coach Pete Carroll, offering the franchise a short-term solution with significant potential.

Jakorian Bennett News / A to Z Sports / June 19

Jakorian Bennett knows what the world was going to see in 2024 had he not gotten hurt

2025 is going to be a big year for a lot of players on the Las Vegas Raiders. Some of them are looking for another contract, and some of them are trying to establish themselves in the league after having been in it for a few years.

Darren Waller News / The Raider Ramble / June 19

The Moment Former Las Vegas Raiders TE Darren Waller Knew That It Was Over

Former tight end Darren Waller of the Las Vegas Raiders had a career that was once full of promise, but it ended in more of a whimper than anything else.

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How Spytek sold White on signing with Raiders

The relationship between the general manager and linebacker goes beyond the field. Especially after losing last year’s starters Robert Spillane and Divine Deablo at the beginning of free agency this offseason, linebacker became one of the Las Vegas Raiders’ biggest needs.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / June 19

Raiders defender greatly benefited from being thrown in the fire last season, and his teammates can already tell

There may not be a younger cornerback room in the NFL than the one the Las Vegas Raiders are about to trot out onto the field in 2025. And if there is, the Raiders are certainly going to have the youngest of all the players who actually play meaningful snaps.

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 19

Raiders' Jeanty is Insider's Favorite For Rookie of the Year

1982. That was the last time a Raiders player won NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Marcus Allen, the 10th overall pick out of USC and the man who has won literally every major award in football, ran for 697 yards and a league-leading 11 touchdowns during the nine-game strike-shortened season.

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Will Raiders Overcome Depth Issues?

There are numerous critical factors to the success of any sports team at every level. Of course, coaching and culture lead the lot, along with talent. But the concept of having talented personnel also comes with the sub-concern of depth.

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Fair Expectations For the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to start going in the right direction in 2025. They are not just trying to have a better record than they had last season but they are trying to get back to the playoffs.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / June 19

Jon Gruden praises former Las Vegas Raider for success story, turning his life around, ‘he’s got a whole new identity’

When Jon Gruden was the head coach of the Raiders, he and the front office drafted a player in the first round who only ever featured in 13 games for the team.

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

How Pete Carroll is Delivering Stability to the Raiders

Stability is paramount for all aspects of life, especially for families, in relationships, and definitely in the workplace. When a person feels that they are working in an environment that offers support, structure and security, their stress level decreases as production, motivation and success tend to increase exponentially.

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Raiders' Ground Game Makes Massive Jump in Just One Offseason

It is extremely early, but it appears the Las Vegas Raiders have solved their rushing issues. Dalton Wasserman of Pro Football Focus ranked each NFL team's rushing attack this upcoming season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Maxx Crosby Says Shedeur Sanders 'Put in a Box' Because of His Father

Maxx Crosby is one of the only NFL stars who has watched the growth of Shedeur Sanders. The Las Vegas Raiders’ defensive end and longtime friend of the Sanders family recently sat down with Johnny Manziel on the set of the Glory Daze podcast. The two talked about Deion Sanders and of those topics included Shedeur Sanders.

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

Raiders' Offense Wildly Disrespected in Recent Rankings

The Las Vegas Raiders invested more on the offensive side of the ball than anywhere else this offseason. The Raiders used one of the top picks in the draft on talented running back Ashton Jeanty.

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

How Raiders' Pass Rush Stacks Up Against AFC West

The Las Vegas Raiders hung their hat on their defense over the last few seasons. Defensive Coordinator Patrick Graham has done an admirable job keeping

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Raiders' Powers-Johnson's Biggest Offseason Takeaways

The Las Vegas Raiders are building excitement as they ramp up towards the regular season. The Pete Carroll-John Spytek regime that took over this offseason made significant moves to re-imagine the roster.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 19

Most Likely Raiders Player To Win MVP? Not Geno Smith, Ashton Jeanty Via PFN

It’s been a complete overhaul for the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason—in the best way possible. With a new head coach and general manager came a new quarterback and running back: multi-time Pro Bowl quarterback Geno Smith and sixth-overall pick Ashton Jeanty.

Geno Smith News / Dice City Sports / June 19

Anonymous executives praise Geno Smith trade

When the Las Vegas Raiders and Seattle Seahawks came together for a trade in March that sent quarterback Geno Smith to the desert, it marked a clear shift for both teams heading into the new season.

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Las Vegas Raiders Make Final Training Camp Decision

The Las Vegas Raiders may have endured more change than any other NFL team this offseason. As such, their expectations are a bit of a mixed bag heading into the 2025 season.

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Maxx Crosby Compares Raiders to Tom Brady-Led Patriots

The Las Vegas Raiders have been seeking dramatic improvement in every offseason since the franchise's last Super Bowl appearance during the 2002 NFL season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / June 19

Fourth-round pick impresses throughout Raiders offseason program

When the Las Vegas Raiders selected Tennessee wide receiver Dont’e Thornton Jr. in the fourth round of April’s 2025 NFL Draft, the joke in the team’s war room was not lost on primary team owner Mark Davis.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 19

The Day After: Raiders DE Maxx Crosby Recounts Jon Gruden’s Exit

Former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden has recently made headlines again. With former first-round pick Damon Arnette getting a second chance in the NFL, Gruden praised him, highlighting that the cornerback has undergone a transformation.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Ex-Raiders Cornerback Hoping For Another Chance After Disappointing Season

The Las Vegas Raiders had the strongest defense in the league during the second half of the 2023 NFL season. Under head coach Antonio Pierce, the unit was firing on all cylinders and helped the Raiders earned an 8-9 record despite poor quarterback play.

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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / June 18

Former Raiders second-round pick earns praise from new regime

When head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Spytek took over the Las Vegas Raiders, many assumed that was the beginning of the end for Michael Mayer.