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Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 8
Malcolm Koonce, Treydan Stukes offer a glimpse inside Raiders’ evolving defense
A pair of Las Vegas Raiders defenders recently offered insight into Rob Leonard’s new defense, built on player input, versatility and a growing “we” mentality.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 5
Malcolm Koonce on new Raiders defense: 'Everybody knows what the plan is'
It was worth noting what Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce recently said about this new unit under Rob Leonard. In the most polite way possible, it sounds like no one knew what they were doing last year.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / March 12
Raiders add Nakobe Dean, keep Malcolm Koonce, trade for Taron Johnson
The Raiders started shaping their post-2025 roster in a hurry, adding help on defense, locking in a key edge rusher and upgrading the secondary with a proven nickel corner.
The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks to throw the most touchdowns through the first four weeks of a season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / March 9
Raiders Signing Kwity Paye, Quay Walker, Nakobe Dean, Malcolm Koonce
NFL free agency officially kicks off this week and the Las Vegas Raiders are in the midst of the action as they traded away Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens.
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.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9
Raiders To Re-Sign DL Malcolm Koonce
Malcolm Koonce is sticking in Las Vegas. The free agent defensive end is re-signing with the Raiders, according to Josina Anderson. The 2021 third-round pick is signing a new one-year contract, per Anderson.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 3
The Raiders Must Put a Dollar Amount on 'Potential'
The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason is in full swing. The Raiders brought defensive end Malcolm Koonce along slowly last season, as he was making his back from a season-ending injury that happened days before Week 1 of the 2024-25 season.
NFL News / The Raider Ramble / February 19
Rob Leonard’s Raiders DC promotion earns support, sparks concession debate
The Las Vegas Raiders have promoted defensive line coach Rob Leonard to the position of defensive coordinator. This decision has been met with praise, but it is also viewed as a concession.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 16
Rotation or rationalization? Malcolm Koonce and the Raiders’ snap count mystery
What’s going on with Malcolm Koonce and his lack of use on defense? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll spoke on the matter recently. Carroll’s explanation for why Koonce disappeared on defense sounds like a master class in saying a lot but not making it clear.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 6
How Malcolm Koonce's Development Has Become a Raiders Bright Spot
The Las Vegas Raiders' defense has been the team's most prominent bright spot this season. Las Vegas' defense has been the saving grace of an otherwise forgettable season.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / November 29
The Raiders Didn’t Overpay Malcolm Koonce—They Underperformed Everywhere
First-year general manager John Spytek reportedly had a “prime opportunity” to overhaul the Las Vegas Raiders. Maybe so. But placing the team’s 2–9 record at his feet is a little like blaming the architect for the house fire while the head coach is inside roasting marshmallows.
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 / Pro Football Rumors / November 3
Raiders could trade DE Tyree Wilson?
The Raiders’ loss on Sunday dropped them to 2-6 on the year. Especially with a first-year GM-HC tandem in place, it would come as little surprise if a seller’s stance were to be adopted ahead of tomorrow’s deadline.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2
Trade Deadline Rumors: Jakobi Meyers, Malcolm Koonce, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders
The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports the Broncos are monitoring the tight end market even after recently signing veteran TE Marcedes Lewis. Commanders
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 20, 2025
Raiders DE Maxx Crosby Can’t Do It Alone—But Is Malcolm Koonce Truly Ready?
Maxx Crosby can’t shoulder the underperforming Las Vegas Raiders defense alone, so they’ll be relying on Malcolm Koonce. But is he prepared for the challenge?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 1, 2025
How Has Raiders' Malcolm Koonce Looked in OTAs?
The Las Vegas Raiders will be getting back their young, good pass rusher next season. Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce is getting ready for the 2025 season after missing the whole 2024 season with a torn ACL.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / May 18, 2025
Malcolm Koonce details free agency decision to return to Raiders
2024 was without question the most challenging and frustrating of edge rusher Malcolm Koonce’s career. Coming off a career season the previous year with a personal best eight sacks, Koonce was hoping to make some money during a contract year.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 17, 2025
Malcolm Koonce Breaks Down Re-Signing with Raiders
Despite a season-ending injury a year before entering free agency, the Las Vegas Raiders re-signed defensive end Malcolm Koonce to a one-year contract. Koonce missed the entire 2024 season with a knee injury, coming off a breakout 2023 campaign.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 4, 2025
Chicago Bears 2025 NFL free agency profile: Malcolm Koonce
The Chicago Bears front office has their work cut out for them in landing big name talent this offseason, but it will be important for them to upgrade the overall depth of the team as well.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 25, 2025
Raiders HC Pete Carroll hopes to bring back breakout defender
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce had a breakout season in 2023 when he recorded eight sacks. Plenty was expected from Koonce going into the 2024 NFL season, but a training camp injury derailed those plans.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / November 12, 2024
Raiders Offseason Prediction For Malcolm Koonce, Rich Gannon Speaks Out On Culture Issues
The Las Vegas Raiders are getting things going again as they come out of their bye week—let’s catch you up on all the latest musings, including a legend going off on the Silver and Black, as well as an offseason prediction worth monitoring.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / September 21, 2024
Reports: Raiders DE Malcolm Koonce (knee) out for season
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce will miss the remainder of the season due to a knee injury sustained before Week 1, multiple media outlets reported.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / September 20, 2024
Raiders pass-rusher to miss season with knee injury
The Raiders got some bad news to start the season when it was announced that breakout pass-rusher Malcolm Koonce would miss at least the first four games of the season after being placed on injured reserve the day before the season opener.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / September 7, 2024
Raiders place key pass-rusher on IR
Expectations are high for the Raiders front seven in 2024, but the unit will be shorthanded to begin the year and potentially well into the season.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2, 2024
Is DE on Raiders' extension radar?
The 26-year-old barely saw any defensive time across his first two seasons with the team, but things changed in 2023.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 7, 2024
Three offseason moves the Raiders must make
Vegas should quickly address its roster holes to recapture momentum and snap a two-year playoff drought.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 26, 2023
Koonce is now an Established Staple in Raiders' Defense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce was still in his groove following his career outing against the Los Angeles Chargers when he once again dominated up front in Las Vegas' 20-14 upset over the Kansas City Chiefs.
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