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Las Vegas Raiders’ inactives for Week 4 show that the team is unexpectedly going to be without one of their breakout players from a year ago

Las Vegas Raiders’ inactives for Week 4 show that the team is unexpectedly going to be without one of their breakout players from a year ago

The Las Vegas Raiders will be without Jonah Laulu as he was inactive pregame before Week 4 vs. the Chiefs. The Las Vegas Raiders already have one of their biggest games of the year in Week 4.

Brock Bowers News / Athlon Sports / October 4
3 Raiders That Need to Step Up With Brock Bowers Sick

3 Raiders That Need to Step Up With Brock Bowers Sick

Brock Bowers was added to the injury report with an illness on Sunday morning ahead of the Raiders’ showdown with the Chiefs. The tight end is still expected to play, but Las Vegas may need some of his teammates to pick up the slack.  Bowers returned in Week 3 and dominated with 10 catches for 116 yards and a touchdown against the Saints.

Treydan Stukes News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 4
Why Raiders Glad To Have Treydan Stukes Back in Action

Why Raiders Glad To Have Treydan Stukes Back in Action

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to remain undefeated as they battle the Kansas City Chiefs in a crucial divisional showdown. If Klint Kubiak's crew wants to beat a resurgent Chiefs team, they'll need to execute on the defensive side of the ball.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 4
Predicting Raiders’ Offensive Leaders Against Chiefs

Predicting Raiders’ Offensive Leaders Against Chiefs

The Las Vegas Raiders have been one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 NFL season so far, jumping out to a 3-0 start. On Sunday, the Raiders host the likewise 3-0 Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium at 4:25 p.m.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4
3 Reasons Raiders can Upset Chiefs in Undefeated Showdown

3 Reasons Raiders can Upset Chiefs in Undefeated Showdown

It is only Week 4, but the Raiders are playing in a massive game. Las Vegas hosts the Chiefs in a battle of undefeated teams. The winner takes an early lead in the divisional race.  For the Raiders to pull off the upset, a few facets of the game will have to go their way.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 4
3 Sneaky Chiefs Offensive Weapons Raiders Must Monitor

3 Sneaky Chiefs Offensive Weapons Raiders Must Monitor

The Las Vegas Raiders are trying to pull off a major victory against the Kansas City Chiefs, which would keep them undefeated and earn them a win over a division rival.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 4
How Raiders Could Become Bigger Story With Win Over Chiefs

How Raiders Could Become Bigger Story With Win Over Chiefs

When sitting from afar, it can be cool to watch another NFL team have a fun story to begin the season that fans can invest in, opposite their favorite franchise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 4
Red Zone Report: One Issue Raiders Offense Must Fix

Red Zone Report: One Issue Raiders Offense Must Fix

Compared to last season, the Las Vegas Raiders' offense has been night and day. Still, as much as Las Vegas' offense has turned things around, the players and coaches would readily agree that the unit is still coming together and has plenty to clean up.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3
AFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Jim Harbaugh, Broncos, Chargers, Raiders

AFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Jim Harbaugh, Broncos, Chargers, Raiders

Broncos OLB Jahfari Harvey said he got the call on Monday to sign with the practice squad: “It feels great to get that call. I was ready to put in some work… I’ve just been working on the scout team right now.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 3
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders: Official Score Prediction

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders: Official Score Prediction

First place in the AFC West is on the line Sunday afternoon. The Kansas City Chiefs (3-0) will take the show on the road to face the upstart Las Vegas Raiders (3-0).

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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 / Dice City Sports / October 3
Raiders 3-0 start faces biggest test against Chiefs

Raiders 3-0 start faces biggest test against Chiefs

Three games into the season, the Raiders have already shown they can win in different ways. They have leaned on Kirk Cousins and an offense that has consistently found the end zone.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 3
Raiders could make surprise trade to prepare for Fernando Mendoza era

Raiders could make surprise trade to prepare for Fernando Mendoza era

The Las Vegas Raiders are 3-0 and haven't even handed the offense to Fernando Mendoza yet. Their unexpected start could create an interesting decision before the NFL trade deadline.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Stadium Rant / October 2
Raiders 3-0 Start Signals A Culture Shift In Las Vegas

Raiders 3-0 Start Signals A Culture Shift In Las Vegas

For years, the Las Vegas Raiders have been a team searching for an identity. There have been talented rosters. There have been promising starts. There have been stretches when the Raiders looked capable of building something meaningful.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 2
These 3 Raiders Could Decide How Far Las Vegas Goes

These 3 Raiders Could Decide How Far Las Vegas Goes

On Sunday, the Las Vegas Raiders shocked the football world with a 35-27 road win over the New Orleans Saints. Many fans in Raider Nation expected the team to compete, but the national media did not agree.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 2
Outsider’s Edge: Kirk Cousins Oozing of Machismo is a Great Thing for Raiders Offense; Fernando Mendoza

Outsider’s Edge: Kirk Cousins Oozing of Machismo is a Great Thing for Raiders Offense; Fernando Mendoza

Who had Kirk Cousins throwing for nine touchdowns in his first three games as the Las Vegas Raiders‘ starting quarterback? Raise your hand. Now take that hand and sharply slap yourself, you liar.

Maxx Crosby News / Dice City Sports / October 2
Maxx Crosby Is Producing More With Less

Maxx Crosby Is Producing More With Less

LAS VEGAS — For most of Maxx Crosby’s career, getting him off the football field was nearly impossible. Now the Las Vegas Raiders are discovering something potentially more valuable than having Crosby play every defensive snap: making sure he’s fresh for the snaps that decide games.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Lawrence is a dark-horse MVP candidate ... and so is Cousins

Trevor Lawrence is a dark-horse MVP candidate ... and so is Kirk Cousins

Lawrence and Cousins probably aren't the first names that come to mind when discussing the MVP.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'
Report shares how Klint Kubiak impressed Raiders' Tom Brady during interview process
Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid renewed trade rumors
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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Patrick Mahomes sends warning to Chiefs about Raiders game, discusses friendship with Maxx Crosby

Patrick Mahomes sends warning to Chiefs about Raiders game, discusses friendship with Maxx Crosby

It doesn't sound like Mahomes will be taking the Raiders lightly.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'
Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs
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Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / October 1
Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs

Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs

The Las Vegas Raiders became arguably the top positive surprise of the first three weeks of the 2026 NFL season when they opened the campaign with three straight wins.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'
Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid renewed trade rumors
Two-minute drill: Chiefs-Raiders square off in surprising battle of unbeatens, major injuries, more
Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start
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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / September 30
The Raiders Found Their Identity in the Fourth Quarter

The Raiders Found Their Identity in the Fourth Quarter

Trailing 27-16 in the third quarter at the Superdome, the Las Vegas Raiders scored the game’s final 19 points to beat the New Orleans Saints 35-27. New Orleans failed to hold the ball down the stretch, as four consecutive possessions in the fourth quarter ended in turnovers.

Jerome Ford News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
Raiders Host Two Running Backs For Tryouts

Raiders Host Two Running Backs For Tryouts

The Las Vegas Raiders hosted RBs Jerome Ford and Owen Wright for workouts on Wednesday, per the NFL Transactions wire.  Of these two, the Raiders signed Wright to their practice squad.  Ford, 26, transferred from Alabama to Cincinnati after two years and played two years for the Bearcats.

Brian Thomas News / Yardbarker / September 30
Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid renewed trade rumors

Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid renewed trade rumors

Thomas Jr. is once again finding himself in trade speculation after a slow start to the season.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report shares how Kubiak impressed Raiders' Brady during interview process

Report shares how Klint Kubiak impressed Raiders' Tom Brady during interview process

Kubiak guided the club to three straight victories to open the ongoing season. 

Maxx Crosby seems to make feelings about Raiders future clear after win over Saints
Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'
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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / September 29
Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer Are on Their Way to Becoming the NFL’s Best Tight End Duo

Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer Are on Their Way to Becoming the NFL’s Best Tight End Duo

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders may have something brewing at tight end that few teams in the NFL can match. Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer aren’t simply two talented players who happen to play the same position.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / September 23
Insider sheds light on what Raiders' undefeated start means for Fernando Mendoza starting timeline

Insider sheds light on what Raiders' undefeated start means for Fernando Mendoza starting timeline

Considering that Cousins has helped this team go 2-0, there's a question about when this team will let rookie Fernando Mendoza take over.

Raiders get good Brock Bowers news amid undefeated start to season
Maxx Crosby defends Caleb Williams against critics, praises his rare talent
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