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Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / April 9
Raiders roster: Happy with the linebackers? 
Las Vegas has major change in middle of defense The Las Vegas Raiders have undergone a major, and somewhat unexpected, change at the linebacker position this offseason.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Silver and Black Pride / April 8
Raiders free agency: Missing Robert Spillane
Fans sorry to see middle linebacker leave The Las Vegas Raiders have lost several players in free agency, including several starters on defense. We recently asked our readers, after the early days of free agency, which key defensive starter would they missed the most.
NFL News / Silver and Black Pride / March 31
Raiders NFL Draft: Spillane, Deablo replacement options
Finding some potential starting linebackers on Days 2 and 3 of the draft Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders’ biggest need on defense is at linebacker.
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?
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 28
Patriots LB Ja'Whaun Bentley Leaving New England
ESPN NFL Nation reporter Mike Reiss reported on Friday that the New England Patriots are now without last season’s starting mike linebacker, according to a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.
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.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 17
Las Vegas Raiders could soon get their next linebacker after losing both Robert Spillane and Divine Deablo
The Las Vegas Raiders have kicked off their 2025 free agency by making all the right moves. The most important one is not overpaying for players, including their own UFAs.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / March 13
New Patriots LB Robert Spillane has officially started a heartwarming tradition centered around free agency
In 2018, Mike Vrabel and the Tennessee Titans changed Robert Spillane's life. The linebacker was signed to the Titans as an undrafted free agent on May
NFL News / The Raider Ramble / March 12
Raiders Replace Robert Spillane With 2-Time Super Bowl Champ
The Las Vegas Raiders moved quickly to address the inside linebacker position after Robert Spillane took his services elsewhere this week. As originally broken by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts agreed to a one-year deal with the Silver and Black.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 11
Raiders Set to Sign Robert Spillane Replacement for a Fraction of the Price
The legal tampering period of NFL free agency began on Monday and the Las Vegas Raiders were relatively quiet on the first day. New general manager John Spytek did reach an agreement to re-sign defensive end Malcolm Koonce but he let star defenders Robert Spillane, Tre'Von Moehrig and Nate Hobbs agree to contracts with other franchises.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 11
Las Vegas Raiders' latest move may end up resembling one they made exactly two years ago
Two years ago, around this exact time, the Las Vegas Raiders signed linebacker Robert Spillane, who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers before playing for the Raiders.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / March 11
Maxx Crosby has message for Raiders' departing free agents
Monday was the first day of the legal tampering period in free agency, and the Las Vegas Raiders lost several of their notable free agents.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 10
Raiders still have more work to do after Geno Smith trade
Landing quarterback Geno Smith in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks is a big upgrade for the Las Vegas Raiders, but way too much work remains.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 10
Tre'von Moehrig signing with the Carolina Panthers is the reality of a bad situation the Las Vegas Raiders were stuck in
The Las Vegas Raiders have now lost their third and fourth best defenders from last season. You can put them in whatever order you want, to be honest, but either way they lost their two quarterbacks of the defense.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 10
Patriots bolster defense in deal-making frenzy
With the NFL's legal tampering period underway, the New England Patriots have begun to completely remodel their defense with a flurry of deals.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 10
Patriots sign best defensive player available in free agency
The New England Patriots went on a spending spree when the legal tampering window of NFL free agency opened on Monday, and the best defensive player on the market was included in their haul.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 10
Raiders losing linebacker Robert Spillane to Patriots reveals Las Vegas' free agency plans with their own UFAs
The Las Vegas Raiders were never going to be able to bring all of their defensive free agents back like head coach Pete Carroll said he wanted to. Would they have liked to, yes.
NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / March 10
Patriots Sign Former Raiders LB
On Monday, Ian Rapaport announced that the New England Patriots will be making another front-seven splash. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapaport, the Patriots
NFL News / Last Word On Sports / March 10
150-Tackle Linebacker Signs Contract
Seven-year veteran linebacker Robert Spillane signed a new contract with the New England Patriots. Spillane, a former undrafted free agent, spent the 2024 season with the Las Vegas Raiders but has also played for the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 6
Prediction Lands Raiders' Spillane Replacement
The Las Vegas Raiders have some money to play with this offseason, and after releasing quarterback Gardner Minshew, the checkbook got a little more space to maneuver.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / March 4
Raiders offseason checklist: What Vegas must do after landing viable starting QB
With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Las Vegas Raiders should make in the coming months: 1.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / March 5
Raiders Retaining LB Robert Spillane Needs To Be A Priority
In the NFL world of contracts, not many decisions matter as much as signing a keystone player like Robert Spillane. The Las Vegas Raiders‘ decision to make retaining Spillane a priority is not about maintaining an excellent linebacker; it’s about establishing the backbone of a quality defense.
NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18
Could Chiefs Poach Raiders LB Robert Spillane in Free Agency?
The Kansas City will now look to turn the page after their massive Super Bowl LIX loss. The Chiefs are now in off-season mode and the first thing up will be free agency in March.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 8
Three players the Raiders should bring back in 2025
The Las Vegas Raiders have 17 unrestricted free agents in 2025, leaving first-year general manager John Spytek with tough decisions to make.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / February 7
Robert Spillane: The Raiders Have Found Stability At Linebacker
Part of the reason Antonio Pierce earned the full-time head coaching role after the 2023 season is due to the stellar performance from his defensive unit.
NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 5
NFL Free Agency: PFF Connects Broncos to ILB Robert Spillane
The Denver Broncos soon have the opportunity to do the funniest thing ever: strengthen their roster while weakening a rival's. According to Pro Football Focus, the Broncos are a "potential landing spot" for Las Vegas Raiders inside linebacker Robert Spillane, who's slated to become an unrestricted free agent in March.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 29
Why Robert Spillane's Leadership Has Been Huge for the Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Robert Spillane has been a great addition to the franchise. Since becoming a Raider, Spillane has been one of the best linebackers in the National Football League.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / December 17
Raiders' Robert Spillane has now done what few undrafted LBs have only proving he deserves a contract extension
Two seasons ago, the Las Vegas Raiders really needed another linebacker, and ended up grabbing Robert Spillane, the former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker, previously known for his big hit on then Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / November 23
Raiders likely to prioritize Robert Spillane deal
He has evolved into a reliable starter in Las Vegas, and the Raiders will likely look to retain the impending free agent.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 29
Las Vegas Raiders Linebacker Robert Spillane Returns To First In Solo Tackles
With a 2-6 record after eight weeks, not much has gone according to plan for the Las Vegas Raiders this season. That hasn’t stopped Robert Spillane from having a special 2024 campaign, however.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 11
Ex-Steelers LB Robert Spillane Sends A Strong Warning To His Former Team
The Pittsburgh Steelers started the 2024 NFL season strong, winning their first three games. However, they’ve hit a rough patch, losing back-to-back games and now sitting at 3-2.
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