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The Raiders announced on Saturday that they have elevated TE Albert Okwuegbunam for Week 5. Okwuegbunam, 27, was a three-year starter at Missouri and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2017.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / September 28, 2025

Raiders make roster moves to prepare for Week Four

With Michael Mayer unsurprisingly out against the Chicago Bears, the Las Vegas Raiders are keeping their depth at the tight end position strong. Prior to the game, the Raiders announced that they had activated tight ends Albert Okwuegbunam Jr.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 27, 2025

Raiders Call Up Two For Week 4 Including TE Albert Okwuegbunam

The Las Vegas Raiders officially elevated TE Albert Okwuegbunam and TE Carter Runyon to their active roster on Saturday for Week 4. Okwuegbunam, 27, was a three-year starter at Missouri and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2017.

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NFL News / Pro Football Talk / August 4, 2025

Raiders sign TE Albert Okwuegbunam, WR Kawaan Baker

The Raiders made some changes to their offensive roster this weekend. The team announced the signings of tight end Albert Okwuegbunam and wide receiver Kawaan Baker.

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Colts Add Former Broncos, Eagles Athletic Tight End

The Indianapolis Colts have signed former Denver Broncos and Philadelphia Eagles tight end Albert Okwuegbunam to their practice squad. Given the immense struggles from Indy's tight end group this year, it's not a surprise they've brought on additional talent.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 17, 2024

Colts Sign TE Albert Okwuegbunam To PS

The Colts announced on Tuesday that they have signed TE Albert Okwuegbunam to their practice squad. Okwuegbunam, 26, was a three-year starter at Missouri and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2017.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16, 2024

Eagles Designate TE Albert Okwuegbunam To Return

Per Brooks Kubena, the Eagles have designated TE Albert Okwuegbunam to return, as he has been unable to practice since having core muscle surgery. Okwuegbunam, 26, was a three-year starter at Missouri and earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2017.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27, 2024

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Eagles Roster Likely To Have Just Two Tight Ends With One Cut And One Headed To IR

Move over, Ainias Smith, you have company on injured reserve. Actually, the Eagles rookie receiver who was put on IR on Tuesday after an MRI showed damage to his ankle and a hamstring has plenty of others on the injury list with him.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 25, 2024

Eagles Playmaker In Danger Of Being Traded Before Season Kicks Off

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