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With the NFL Draft less than a month away, teams that are looking to change their selection slot are going to be involved in the rumor mill. Since this year’s draft class features a slew of high-level quarterbacks, the rumors are likely to fly hot and heavy as the NFL Draft grows closer and closer. […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have the No. 11 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and they would love to get a franchise quarterback. Rumors are that the one they want most is LSU signal-caller Jayden Daniels, who new Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce recruited to Arizona State back in 2019, and that buzz grew […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a ton of positive momentum heading into the 2024 campaign. They ended the 2023 season with a 5-5 record after firing Josh McDaniels and replacing him with interim head coach Antonio Pierce. They slapped the interim tag off Pierce’s title and agreed with him on a long-term deal to make […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a busy offseason so far, and it looks like they could be set for some improvements after a disappointing 2023 campaign. Off the field, all eyes are on Tom Brady to see whether his bid to join the Raiders ownership group will get approved, and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell […]

As we get closer to the 2024 NFL Draft, there will be endless speculation and mock drafts attempting to predict what the 32 teams will do with their rosters. One of the more interesting teams in this year’s draft will be the New England Patriots, who currently hold the No. 3 overall pick. The Patriots […]

It’s no secret that Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce is a fan of quarterback Aidan O’Connell. When Pierce took over the Raiders’ head coaching duties midway through the 2023 season, he appointed O’Connell as his starting quarterback. The rookie started the Raiders’ last nine games, posting a winning record during that stretch. Pierce […]

The Las Vegas Raiders took a turn for the better last season when Antonio Pierce stepped into the head coaching slot and replaced Josh McDaniels. The Raiders became a far more cohesive team and showed signs of becoming competitive once Pierce installed Aidan O’Connell as the team’s starting quarterback. O’Connell knows he will face significant […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are facing a lot of changes in this NFL offseason. They have a stronger defensive core to surround Maxx Crosby. The squad has also officially hired Antonio Pierce as their next head coach. But, it looks like the ownership led by Mark Davis is having some problems. They were slated to […]

One week into NFL free agency, and the whole league is nearly turned upside down. It’s been a busy week for all 32 teams, including the Las Vegas Raiders, who have made nine signings thus far. The Raiders made their biggest signing with former Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, who signed to a four-year, […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have some pressing needs in the 2024 NFL Draft, starting with quarterback. However, at pick 13, unless they are willing to make a huge trade up, they aren’t likely to get their top guy. That’s why the Silver and Black’s best strategy is to take another need first, which is what […]

The Chicago Bears have been one of the most active teams in the offseason, making many big deals. Chicago moved 2021 first-round pick Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a sixth-round pick that can become a fourth-round pick if Fields plays 51 percent of the Steelers’ snaps. Chicago also holds the ninth overall pick […]

Following four seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders, Josh Jacobs said goodbye to the Nevada desert and agreed to terms with the Green Bay Packers. However, it looks like Las Vegas has already found a replacement. Former Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison is reportedly signing with the Raiders, per Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz. BREAKING: […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking for help in the backfield following the departure of running back Josh Jacobs in the 2024 NFL offseason. And one of the players they seem to be taking a close look at is former Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison, who will be swinging by Las Vegas to meet […]

The Buffalo Bills started their offseason tweaks by releasing a number of players to meet the salary cap. These weren’t just any players, however. Many of those let go were seasoned veterans who spent years with the team. One of them was Tre’Davious White. A cornerback who played all his seven seasons wearing the Bills […]

The Las Vegas Raiders did not make much noise in the AFC standings last year, but they surprised people with their defensive grit when Antonio Pierce became interim head coach. General manager Tom Telesco is determined to make sure that this team continues to give offenses fits going forward. After signing Christian Wilkins to one […]

The Las Vegas Raiders made a significant move at the start of free agency by signing ex-Miami Dolphins Pro Bowl defensive tackle Christian Wilkins to a four-year deal. The contract is worth a base value of $110 million, with $84.75 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport’s report on Monday. Wilkins, a dominant […]

Gardner Minshew gained a reputation as one of the NFL’s best backup quarterbacks during the 2023 season. He was able to parlay his success with the Indianapolis Colts into a new contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. The new deal will pay Minshew $25 million over two years. Gardner Minshew has a new nickname for […]

Since entering the NFL in 2019, Hunter Renfrow has spent his entire career with the Las Vegas Raiders. But with the team entering a new era, Renfrow no longer has a spot on the roster. Las Vegas is planning to release Renfrow at the start of the new year, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were a tale of two teams in 2023. Once head coach Josh McDaniels was fired after another mediocre 3-5 start and linebackers coach Antonio Pierce was named the interim coach, they were one of the more surprising teams in the league. Under Pierce’s direction, the Raiders went 5-4 to finish 8-9, […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have tried to make several franchise-altering moves over the last few years, both within the organization and in terms of player personnel, but have little to show for it. Inconsistency, unmet expectations and negative national headlines have made them difficult to take seriously. But Allegiant Stadium will be bustling with excitement […]

The New England Patriots are knee-deep in an offseason of flux with Jerod Mayo coming in as head coach and Mac Jones on his way out of town. The Patriots have plenty of tough decisions to make at numerous positions and as such have decided to bring in veteran help at the tight end position. […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are close to making a final decision on quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. The team is reportedly expected to cut the quarterback on Wednesday, per Dianna Russini of The Athletic: “The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut QB Jimmy Garoppolo tomorrow, per sources. There are a few teams interested.” The move makes […]

Justin Fields’ status with the Chicago Bears has been one of the main points of interest so far in the NFL offseason, but with quarterbacks being signed to potential Fields landing spots, the young quarterback’s options may be even more limited than anyone imagined. Fields, who has played three seasons in Chicago, hasn’t quite lived […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are not holding back on improving the command of their offense. Las Vegas is signing former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew II to a two-year deal in free agency. However, NFL analysts believe the team is also eyeing a trade for Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields. Raiders keeping tabs on Bears’ […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have already made one tremendously splashy move this offseason, signing defensive tackle Christian Wilkins to a big-money deal earlier today. And now, on the opposite side of the ball, the Raiders are addressing what most analysts around the league have deemed to be one of their primary needs that had to […]

The Las Vegas Raiders offseason has been a busy one thus far, and it could prove to be one that ends up being transformative for one of the NFL’s most storied franchises. Antonio Pierce is in (without an interim tag) to the delight of many of his players. Running back Josh Jacobs is out, and […]

With their quarterback situation uncertain heading into free agency and the NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders are seemingly going all in on defense. They agree to sign former Miami Dolphins star defensive tackle Christian Wilkins to a four-year contract worth $110 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The 28-year-old will earn $84.75 million […]

NFL free agency is underway, and one of the biggest names on the open market is star Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David. David has spent his entire 12-year career with the Buccaneers so far, but that could change this offseason, as he looks set to cash in on one final deal before his career […]

The Las Vegas Raiders want to start NFL free agency by announcing they have a deal with star free agent running back Josh Jacobs. However, after having several years to get a long-term extension done with the Pro Bowl back, it seems as though Jacobs is ready for a change of scenery. “The #Raiders have […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are making sure to have the best possible offensive line for next season. With free agency right around the corner, the front office was able to get a deal done for starting center, Andre James. James is officially signing a three-year $24 million contract, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero […]

As free agency dawns, there’s still a chance Josh Jacobs continues to done silver and block. The former All-Pro running back’s return to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency is “not off the table,” according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Las Vegas re-signed veteran running back Ameer Abdullah on Friday, a move that doesn’t necessarily […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are moving on from a former first-round draft pick. The Raiders plan to release Jerry Tillery, per ESPN. The team is expected to part ways with Tillery when the new league year begins on Wednesday. Tillery was taken in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles […]

The Las Vegas Raiders face a major decision at the start of free agency at a number of positions. That includes running back, where starter Josh Jacobs is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent. While Jacobs’ status is currently up in the air, the Raiders have made sure that backup Ameer Abdullah will remain […]

The Las Vegas Raiders released quarterback Brian Hoyer Friday, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal provided an update on the financial impact of Las Vegas’ decision to release Hoyer. “The @Raiders release of QB Brian Hoyer means a $2.6M cap hit for the 2024 season as part of the […]

Since entering the league as the ninth overall pick in 2011, Tyron Smith has been one of the best offensive tackles in the NFL. In 13 years with the Cowboys, Smith has earned eight trips to the Pro Bowl while also becoming a two-time All-Pro honoree. Even at age 33, Tyron Smith is still among […]

When the Denver Broncos released Russell Wilson, they gave the quarterback immediate permission to begin searching for his next team. Some close to Wilson believe the Las Vegas Raiders would be his most optimal landing spot. The quarterback has already met or will meet with the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers, via Adam Schefter […]

In what looks to be an NFL free agency with a number of promising running backs, Josh Jacobs may be at the forefront of all of them, with the Raiders choosing not to franchise tag him. At just 26 years old and with five years of experience, the former Alabama running back will most likely […]

There may not have been a player whose star has faded more in the last two seasons than Russell Wilson. Wilson was still one of the better quarterbacks in the NFL during his final season as a Seattle Seahawk. But after he got traded to the Denver Broncos, things have fallen apart. Over the last […]

After a successful stint as the interim head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, Antonio Pierce earned the full-time role heading into the 2024 season. Now, the Raiders are focused on building out Pierce’s roster. Adding the recently released Christian Wilkins would massively shore up Las Vegas’ defensive front. The Raiders are currently the favorites […]