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How JJ Pegues Helps Raiders' Pass Rush

The Las Vegas Raiders drafted Ole Miss defensive lineman JJ Pegues in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The Raiders got excellent value finding Pegues

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Biggest Question For Raiders' Defense Following Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders have made a lot of moves this offseason. We have seen players from past regimes go elsewhere this offseason. We also saw the Raiders new regime of head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Spytek to bring in cheaper options for the Raiders defense, which can prove to be great deals for the Silver and Black.

Hunter Renfrow News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Truth emerges about Hunter Renfrow's sudden NFL disappearence as Panthers sign former elite receiver

There haven't been many niche players who had as large of a fan base for a three-year windw as Hunter Renfrow did. From 2019 through 2021, the star slot target became one of the most recognizable role players in the NFL.

Pete Carroll News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Ex-USC Coach Pete Carroll Urged to Add $70 Million Pro Bowl Performer

Pete Carroll added new talent for his first Las Vegas Raiders team during the 2025 NFL Draft. But not everyone believes the former USC head coach topped off his roster completely. There's still intriguing free agents left out there.

Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

Hunter Renfrow News / Pro Football Talk / April 29

Hunter Renfrow: A health challenge led to time away from football

Everyone wants to know what happened to Hunter Renfrow. He went from the Pro Bowl in 2021 to an afterthought in 2022 and 2023 to out of the league in 2024.

NFL Draft News

Insider names frontrunner in Browns' QB competition after drafting Shedeur Sanders

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29

Will Raiders Possess a Top 15 Offense?

The Las Vegas Raiders head into the 2025 NFL season as one of the more entertaining teams. Throughout the offseason, the front office has changed, there's a new quarterback to lead the offense, and they struck gold with a majority of their draft picks.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Raiders Predicted to Sign $70 Million Pro Bowler

One of the primary reasons for the Las Vegas Raiders' record last season, going just 4-13, was the defense. The Raiders tied for 25th in points per game allowed (25.5) and ranked 15th in total yards per game allowed (333.1).

Christian Wilkins News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Raiders Get Promising News on Injured Starter

The biggest move the Las Vegas Raiders made last offseason was giving defensive tackle Christian Wilkins a $110 million contract in free agency. He played at a very high level for the team for five games before a Jones fracture caused him to miss the rest of the season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Raiders’ perfect move in 2025 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders had a nice day at the draft office, including their second-round pick. Also, one of their selections is getting high praise early.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29

Raiders WR Thornton's Intriguing Physical Profile

The Las Vegas Raiders added Tennessee wide receiver Dont’e Thornton Jr. in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Thornton, who spent time at Oregon before transferring to the Volunteers, caught 65 passes for 1,426 yards and 10 touchdowns in his collegiate career.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Ex-USC Coach Pete Carroll Lands Geno Smith's Successor in 2026 Mock Draft

Pete Carroll decided to roll with a potential backup for Geno Smith in the 2025 NFL Draft. But the former USC head coach is projected to land Smith's successor next season. The first-year Las Vegas Raiders head coach is predicted to nab a QB for the 2026 first round of the draft, per Josh Edwards of CBS Sports.

Tyree Wilson News / Silver and Black Pride / April 29

What’s the future of these veterans?

Rumored to be traded, players like Tyree Wilson remain There were some Las Vegas Raiders players who were rumors to be on the trade block going into the NFL Draft.

NFL News / Raiders Newswire / April 29

Pick-By-Pick Grades And Breakdown Of Raiders’ Draft

When the Tennessee Titans officially hit the clock on Thursday afternoon, kicking off the 2025 edition of the NFL Draft, Raiders general manager John Spytek and head Coach Pete Carroll knew they had some serious work to do, as well as a huge opportunity to do it.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29

Why UDFAs Are Critical For the Raiders

The history of the Raiders comes down to a simple philosophy put forth by the late great Al Davis. The Raiders will take players from any place, with any background at any time as long as they play the game the Raider way.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Recently Released Raiders CB Lands With Panthers

The Las Vegas Raiders have struggled to find any stability in recent years, as evidenced by their nearly annual changing of their head coach and general manager.

Tom Brady News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29

Tom Brady Sounds Off on the 2025 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders used the NFL Draft the way it is meant to be used: to address needs with young talent that should be building blocks for the future.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 29

Pete Carroll, John Spytek Use 2025 NFL Draft To Build Las Vegas Raiders The Right Way

Needless to say, high first-round selections in the annual NFL Draft are important pieces for teams across the National Football League. However, just as important as the high first-round selections themselves are what a team does to build around those cornerstone pieces.

Kolton Miller News / Dice City Sports / April 29

Raiders receive massive update on Kolton Miller situation

Las Vegas Raiders fans learned quite a bit about the standoff between the team and left tackle Kolton Miller over the past few days. Despite holding out for a contract extension and rumors of a potential trade floating around, the Raiders did not rush to grab an offensive lineman in the draft.