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On the surface, Vontaze Burfict seems perfect, if potentially problematic, fit for the Oakland Raiders, within whom coach Jon Gruden wants to instill the old-school, tough-minded, physically-imposing aura that’s long been a mark of the silver-and-black’s best teams in franchise history. But the signing of Burfict on Tuesday registered with a jolt nonetheless given the […]

The Oakland Raiders are in the market for another Cincinnati Bengals stalwart. According to Pro Football Talk’s Darin Gantt, veteran safety George Iloka is visiting the Raiders to gauge whether or not to join the team in free agency. Raiders bringing George Iloka in for a visit https://t.co/AeG8POpX1g — ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 20, 2019 On […]

Well, that didn’t take long. It is now as official as it gets with the Oakland Raiders formally announcing that the AFC West franchise has signed former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict to a one-year free agent contract. With the longtime Bengals defender becoming just the latest player to join the Raiders this offseason, Burfict […]

Former Detroit Lions cornerback Nevin Lawson is set to visit the Oakland Raiders, according to Adam Schefter. Former Lions’ CB Nevin Lawson is visiting the Raiders on Wednesday, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 19, 2019 Lawson was a 2014 fourth-round pick who was recently cut by the Lions after they signed Justin Coleman […]

The Oakland Raiders continue to collect bodies this offseason — talented ones, at that. According to a Tuesday evening report from Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, the Raiders have agreed to sign veteran NFL linebacker Vontaze Burfict. Burfict has reportedly agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Raiders after recently being released […]

Nate Burleson says that the 2019 NFL season will be a ‘make-or-break’ for Oakland Raiders star quarterback Derek Carr. The Raiders will be better than the 49ers in 2019. @nateburleson says 👍@PSchrags says 👎 pic.twitter.com/4NfTUadHWU — Good Morning Football (@gmfb) March 19, 2019 The Raiders lacked talent at the wide receiver position after trading away […]

Say what you want about Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr, but at least he has had some longevity. Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk points out that Carr is the only signal-caller from the 2014 NFL Draft class to still be with the team that originally selected him. Among Carr’s peers are Blake Bortles, […]

The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent defensive lineman Bruce Irvin, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Irvin split the 2018 campaign between the Oakland Raiders and Atlanta Falcons, finishing with 19 tackles, 6.5 sacks and a forced fumble. He began the season with the Raiders before being cut in early […]

It didn’t take long for Vontaze Burfict to start getting some interest in his services. After being cut by the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday, Burfict is already on his way to visit the Oakland Raiders according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. That didn’t take long: Vontaze Burfict is on his way to visit the […]

Oakland Raiders newcomer Antonio Brown appears to be fitting right in with his new teammates. The former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver, who was infamously traded to Oakland earlier in the offseason, already seems to be quite happy as a member of the Raiders en route to posting a workout hype video alongside franchise quarterback Derek […]

It appears as though there is a real possibility that veteran linebacker Brandon Marshall will remain in the AFC West division going forward. According to a recent report from Mike Klis of 9 News in Denver, the former Denver Broncos defender is currently drawing interest from the highly active Oakland Raiders. Already becoming one of […]

When the Oakland Raiders traded away Khalil Mack, they were met with a ton of criticism. Fans and media were both highly critical of the move to trade away the All-Pro pass-rusher. They felt the Raiders bungled the situation surrounding Mack’s contract, and that the Bears made a great move picking him up. But apparently, […]

On Monday, the Cincinnati Bengals released linebacker Vontaze Burfict. The 28-year-old played in Cincinnati in all seven of his seasons in the NFL, but will now have to look forward to continuing his professional football career in a different city for the first time. As it turns out, the Oakland Raiders are still shopping for […]

Antonio Brown wasn’t the only wide receiver that the Oakland Raiders were able to acquire this offseason. They also brought in Tyrell Williams during free agency from the Los Angeles Chargers. The contract that the Raiders gave Williams was a four-year, $44.3 million deal. It also includes $22 million in guarantees and the Raiders have […]

The Oakland Raiders have re-signed wideout Dwayne Harris, according to a news report about the matter that was just released. #Raiders re-signed WR Dwayne Harris. — Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 18, 2019 Harris averaged 14.1 yards per punt return last season, the second-best mark in franchise history and tied for the NFL lead. The highlight […]

The Oakland Raiders were rumored to be in the running for Antonio Brown. When the disgruntled receiver finally landed with the Silver and Black, one wondered if it was the end or beginning of more drama for the NFL’s ultimate diva. In all honesty, it could be a lot or a little of both. AB does […]

NFL free agent Jordy Nelson is receiving interest from at least five teams, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN and one of those teams is the Oakland Raiders, the team that just released him. Former Packers’ WR Jordy Nelson is scheduled to visit the Seahawks on Tuesday, per source. They were interested in Nelson last […]

The Oakland Raiders and veteran offensive tackle Donald Penn have mutually agreed to part ways, according to an official statement released by the franchise over the weekend. The Raiders have notoriously become one of the most active teams around the league this offseason. Oakland has now subtracted from its roster ahead of the 2019 campaign. […]

When a player like Antonio Brown signs a new deal, the market at his position changes. One player who is directly affected by Brown’s new contract is Julio Jones. Brown’s new deal with the Oakland Raiders gives the All-Pro wide receiver $50 million over three seasons and $30 million in guaranteed money. Seeing this deal […]

The Oakland Raiders, believe it or not, have added another wide receiver. On Friday, the team announced on Twitter that it has signed former Arizona Cardinals receiver J.J. Nelson. Even more speed. We have signed WR J.J. Nelson: https://t.co/13lfgDzGPY → @_ThaJizzleMan #RaiderNation pic.twitter.com/l3EsvzxmQS — Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) March 15, 2019 As the Raiders indicate, […]

The Oakland Raiders will officially play one more season in their longtime home. According to David DeBolt of the East Bay Times, the Coliseum Authority board has voted to approve a lease agreement that will allow the Raiders to play the 2019 season at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before the franchise moves to Las Vegas next […]

Antonio Brown and the Oakland Raiders, by first impressions, at least, seem like a match made in heaven. If not for the Pittsburgh Steelers doing extra diligence while working the phones to find a trade partner, though, the six-time Pro Bowler would almost certainly be wearing colors other than silver and black going forward. During […]

Oakland Raiders fans haven’t had much to cheer of late. The franchise’s lone playoff appearance since 2002, in 2016, didn’t produce a victory. Team icon Jon Gruden returned to the fold last season, only to trade a pair of marquee players and finish his second debut 4-12. Bigger picture, the Raiders are still moving to […]

The Oakland Raiders have been adding left and right. Whether it’s Trent Brown, Antonio Brown, or Tyrell Williams, Oakland has been making a ton of acquisitions. But today, they’re making some significant cuts. First they cut Jordy Nelson earlier today, and now the team is releasing quarterback A.J. McCarron, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. […]

With the recent signing of wide receiver Antonio Brown, the Oakland Raiders now have a real downfield threat to work with entering the 2019 season. In wake of that move, Adam Schefter confirms that Oakland is releasing former Pro Bowl wideout Jordy Nelson: And now the Raiders have released WR Jordy Nelson, per source. — Adam […]

In a recent past life, Jon Gruden was perhaps known best for putting quarterback prospects through his personal ringer of film sessions and board work as ESPN cameras watched. “Gruden’s QB Camp” not only allowed the host to show off his extensive football knowledge and excitable persona, but also served as a means for the […]

Trent Brown signed a four-year contract with the Oakland Raiders worth $66 million and a $36.25 million guaranteed, the most ever paid for an offensive lineman. This year, Brown started 16 games at left tackle for the NFL champions, the New England Patriots, and had a dominant postseason. During last offseason, Brown was traded to New […]

This probably isn’t how Antonio Brown envisioned his departure from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Still, the new Oakland Raiders’ wide receiver is doing all he can to make the best of a bad situation while leaving the team and town that propelled him to superstardom. On Wednesday, Brown unveiled multiple billboards across Pittsburgh thanking Steelers Nation […]

Teams are always forced to make difficult decisions around free agency, however, adding star wide receiver Antonio Brown to you roster makes some choices a little easier to make. According to Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the Oakland Raiders are going to be unable to afford to resign tight end Jared Cook after […]

The New England Patriots are paying the price of success in the offseason once more after winning yet another Lombardi Trophy. Opposing teams have already began to vulture a good number of New England’s key pieces from last season’s Super Bowl-winning campaign, with two standouts in defensive end Trey Flowers and guard Trent Brown both […]

The Oakland Raiders acquired wide receiver Antonio Brown in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier in the week, and on Wednesday, Brown had his introductory press conference. Raiders head coach Jon Gruden seems thrilled that Brown is now on board, and he plans to use him in a number of different roles heading into […]

Jon Gruden, as expected, was all smiles during Antonio Brown’s introductory press conference with the Oakland Raiders on Wednesday. Well, almost. In response to a question comparing Brown to former Raiders receiver Amari Cooper, the man who used to be known as “Chucky” couldn’t help but show his teeth. "I don't understand what your question […]

Antonio Brown isn’t exactly trying to temper expectations for his tenure with the Oakland Raiders. During his introductory press conference at team headquarters on Wednesday, the six-time Pro Bowler made one of his lofty personal goals crystal clear: surpassing the receiving records of San Francisco 49ers great Jerry Rice. AB is dreaming big 👏 pic.twitter.com/3x8cXruK5H […]

The Oakland Raiders made a splash with the acquisition of former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown. Head coach Jon Gruden was not shy about his reasoning for the trade. The deal for Brown has come with its fair share of mixed reviews. According to Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Gruden feels the Raiders […]

Antonio Brown’s tenure with the Oakland Raiders didn’t get off to the smoothest start. The superstar wide receiver was late for his introductory press conference in the Bay Area on Wednesday, lending fuel to a fire burning from his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers that Brown’s remarkably consistent production isn’t worth the hassle that accompanies […]

Once Antonio Brown finally got to his introductory press conference on Wednesday, it was all love between he and the Oakland Raiders. After Brown, who arrived a bit late to the event, extolled the virtues of one of the league’s most historic franchises and committed himself to personally changing the locker room culture in Oakland, […]

The Oakland Raiders acquired wide receiver Antonio Brown in a blockbuster trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this week, but before the Raiders reached their deal, Brown appeared to be headed to the Buffalo Bills. Last Friday, it was reported that the Steelers had come to an agreement to send Brown to the Bills, but […]

Antonio Brown seems thrilled to be a member of the Oakland Raiders. When it came time for his introductory press conference in the Bay Area, though, the superstar wide receiver didn’t exactly make his affinity for his new team obvious. According to Pro Football Talk, Brown was late on Wednesday for his first media briefing […]

The Oakland Raiders acquired wide receiver Antonio Brown in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this week, and on Wednesday, Brown had his introductory press conference with the Raiders. During the event, Brown said it was an “honor” to join such a “historic organization,” according to Allan Bell of 247 Sports. Brown spent the […]