Las Vegas Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

If Raiders bail on Pete Carroll, could they stay in AFC West for next head coach?

The NFL season is coming to a close, and while some teams and preparing to compete in high-stakes playoff games, other squads, such as the Las Vegas Raiders, are weighing their futures ahead of the offseason.

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Latest on the Raiders: Carroll, Spytek, Brady and NFL Draft Fallout

HENDERSON, Nev.—Things are evolving and moving quickly for the Las Vegas Raiders (2-14) as they look to quickly turn the page from a dismal 2025 and face the future with the potential number one overall pick in the NFL Draft and over $100 million in NFL salary cap space.

Derrick Henry News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the 50 NFL players with the most career rushing yards can you name in six minutes?

The '100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL TD-catch leaders by season' quiz

The 'Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Tom Brady's Raiders Eye No. 1 Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders appear positioned to control the top of the 2026 NFL Draft. After a 34-10 loss to the New York Giants, Las Vegas now holds the inside track to the No.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Maxx Crosby News / Pro Football Rumors / December 31

Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Addresses IR Move

In advance of their Week 17 game, the Raiders and Giants both shut down a number of players by moving them to injured reserve. The lengths Vegas went to drew criticism from some, but by losing to New York the team is now on track to select first overall in April’s draft.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

Where the Raiders Stand Heading into Season Finale

The Las Vegas Raiders are right where they want to be as they head into their Week 18 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Raiders ' dreadful season is finally coming to an end.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

How the Raiders' Front Office, Coaching Staff and Roster Have Different Needs

The Las Vegas Raiders are limping to the finish line after yet another disappointing season that saw significantly more losses than wins. That has been the case for much of the organization's recent history.

Michael Mayer News / Dice City Sports / December 31

Michael Mayer: 'It’s a Tough Pill to Swallow'

Looking for the epitome of bittersweet? Look no further than the locker housing a pensive Michael Mayer, deep in the bowels of Allegiant Stadium late Sunday afternoon.

Pete Carroll News / The Raider Ramble / December 31

The Las Vegas Raiders can’t build a future with yesterday’s coach

The Las Vegas Raiders appear to be inching toward the inevitable with Pete Carroll, and somehow the only surprise left is that Las Vegas is pretending this is still a mystery.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

Making the Case for the Raiders to Hit the Reset Button

It all comes down to one game for the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders are going into the final game of the regular season with full control of the first overall pick.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 31

Raiders' Maxx Crosby breaks silence amid controversy, trade rumors

Crosby shared an update after a recent spat with the Raiders.

Pete Carroll provides key update on Maxx Crosby's feud with the Raiders

Raiders HC Pete Carroll addresses talk of him being on hot seat

Raiders players lash out against tanking talk after Maxx Crosby decision, loss to Giants

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

Raiders Biggest Fantasy Bust, Sleeper, MVP With 2025 In Review

The Las Vegas Raiders are gearing up to play a critical Week 18 matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs. No, this interdivisional clash won't decide the winner of the AFC West.

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The 'CFP appearances' quiz

The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz

The 'Most NFL pass completions' quiz

The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

Why Raiders Have Easy Decision If They Land No. 1 Pick

One more game until the Las Vegas Raiders are on the clock for the 2026 NFL Draft. As of now, they have the first overall pick. By the Raiders game on Sunday, we will officially know what pick they have.

Maxx Crosby News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31

Maxx Crosby speaks out amid tension with Raiders, trade buzz

Raiders star DE Maxx Crosby speaks out amid growing tension with Las Vegas, trade buzz

Maxx Crosby may have indirectly addressed his ongoing standoff with the Las Vegas Raiders, who have ruled the star defensive end out for the remainder of the season.

Pete Carroll provides key update on Crosby's feud with the Raiders

Do Browns have secret replacement for HC Kevin Stefanski in mind?

Xavier Watts tying Deion Sanders' record proves he's big draft steal

Falcons should show record-breaking RB Bijan Robinson money after season

Five biggest concerns for sputtering Rams