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Geno Smith is now the man for the Las Vegas Raiders. Smith will take over at the quarterback position for the Silver and Black and try to give them the quarterback they have been looking for the last couple of years.

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Is Raiders' Brock Bowers the Best TE in the NFL?

The focus of the Las Vegas Raiders' offseason has primarily centered around the handful of new players they added to their roster in the NFL Draft and free agency.

Adam Butler News / A to Z Sports / June 21

'He's been trying some new things' - Adam Butler reveals one young defender is doing everything he can to get better

We have harped on it a million times by now when it comes to the Las Vegas Raiders and their defensive end Tyree Wilson, who was a No. 7 overall pick just a few years ago. He hasn't quite developed into what they thought he would, which is a rising star player on the edge, but he has gotten better over the last two years.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / June 20

Former GM Tom Telesco Explains Why Team Drafted Brock Bowers

The Las Vegas Raiders have an absolute cornerstone player on offense in tight end Brock Bowers. The Raiders certainly made the right call in taking him with the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but at the time, it was looked at as a pretty big surprise.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

Raiders' Productive Offseason Garners National Praise

The Las Vegas Raiders entered the offseason with one of the worst rosters in the National Football League. After one season with Tom Telesco as their general manager and Antonio Pierce as their head coach, the Raiders made sweeping changes they hope will lead to immediate results.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / June 20

'It starts with Maxx' - Isaiah Pola-Mao describes how the Raiders are preparing in the offseason

In 2024, the Las Vegas Raiders only won four games. But, you didn't need me to tell you that -- you all watched them play some of the worst football imaginable last season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

One Area of Focus for the Raiders' Future

The Las Vegas Raiders fixed many of their most significant needs this offseason, but they will soon have other needs to address. Trevor Sikkema believes the Raiders must find their "true alpha WR1" next offseason.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / June 20

$132 Million WR Was Trying to Get to Raiders This Offseason, Says Former Player

The Las Vegas Raiders had a very busy offseason, but new general manager John Spytek has shown a lot of discipline early on. Instead of spending a ton of money on big-name free agents or trading for disgruntled star skill position players, he's exercised a more patient approach.

Jakobi Meyers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 20

Raiders’ Jakobi Meyers earns prestigious tag that’ll leave Patriots fans screaming

Jakobi Meyers is not elite by any means, but is easily one of the most underrated wideouts in the NFL. After showing promise early in his career with the New England Patriots, the Las Vegas Raiders receiver recorded his first 1,000-yard season in 2024 and is on the verge of a full breakout.

Jalen Ramsey News / Pro Football Rumors / June 20

AFC team not interested in CB Jalen Ramsey

One of the major cornerback dominoes recently fell with Jaire Alexander electing to join the Ravens. That leaves Jalen Ramsey in place as a high-profile cover man still available via trade.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Raiders Predicted to Cut Ties With Fan Favorite RB Before Season

The Las Vegas Raiders' running back room is going to look quite different this season. First-round pick Ashton Jeanty will almost certainly be the starter, and veteran free agent signing Raheem Mostert is the likely backup.

Jack Bech News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

Raiders’ Jack Bech Can Be a Franchise Star

The Las Vegas Raiders used their second-round pick in 2025 to select wide receiver Jack Bech out of TCU. Although they selected Ashton Jeanty in the first round, they weren't done adding on to the offense, and Bech was who they decided to go with.

Isaiah Pola-Mao News / A to Z Sports / June 20

'There's always a level of laziness there' - Isaiah Pola-Mao still wants to earn the starting role despite new contract from Raiders

2025 could be a really big year for the Las Vegas Raiders. Not in the way that they will compete for or even win a Super Bowl -- that's just not realistic.

Pete Carroll News / The SportsRush / June 20

Pete Carroll Explains How He’s Changing the Vibe Upon Joining ‘Historically Weak’ Raiders: 'Never Hear Me Talk About Anything in the Past'

After 14 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, including a Super Bowl victory and ten playoff appearances, many expected Pete Carroll to ease into retirement.

Geno Smith News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

Raiders' Smith is One of the NFL's Best Quarterbacks

After several seasons of subpar quarterback play, the Las Vegas Raiders traded a third-round pick to the Seattle Seahawks for quarterback Geno Smith. The move instantly gave the Raiders the best quarterback they have had in years, while making them a much more competitive team.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / June 20

Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao isn't holding back in his self-assessment heading into 2025

The 2025 season for the Las Vegas Raiders is certainly going to feature a ton of changes compared to last season. Hopefully, one of those changes is that they win more than four games, but that shouldn't be too hard.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

Raiders' Jackson Powers-Johnson Raves About 'Electric' Pete Carroll

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new energy around them, thanks to new head coach Pete Carroll. The 73-year-old, who had spent a year away from coaching, took over as the head coach of the Silver and Black in January.

Tyree Wilson News / A to Z Sports / June 20

Raiders DE Tyree Wilson understands the criticism he gets, but has a counterargument to it all

As we have said a million times by now, 2025 is going to be a big year for Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson. It's year three, and we should see some improvements in his game, not to mention, they will certainly need him this year.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 20

The Raiders Are Finally Credible Again

Since the conclusion of Super Bowl XXXVII, the Raiders have been lost in a mist that was filled with poor draft classes, horrific coaching hires, and a continual regression as an organization that turned the Silver and Black from a respected, evolving organization into a two decades long joke.

Adam Butler News / A to Z Sports / June 20

Raiders DT Adam Butler can already see a major difference in the offseason compared to what he saw this time last year

Deciding to completely start over this offseason, again, may be one of the best decisions the Las Vegas Raiders have made in some time. Sure, this is technically the third regime in three years, but it needed to happen.

Shedeur Sanders News / Dice City Sports / June 20

Recent interview suggests Raiders made correct draft decision

Missing out on Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the draft was seen as odd for the Las Vegas Raiders in April, but it has looked better in the months since.

Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / June 20

Insider predicts Ashton Jeanty will have all-time rookie season

Very few rookies are entering the NFL this season with the expectations that Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty has. The sixth overall pick in April’s draft, Jeanty finished second all-time in rushing yards with 2,601 for Boise State.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 20

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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.

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.