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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 […]

Imagine this as a quarterback, Maxx Crosby ripping through the corners of the offensive line while Chris Jones collapses the pocket in front of you. It is a scary sight to see and one that most leaders on the offense do not ever want to get a glimpse of. But, it looks like that vision […]

During the NFL offseason, teams engage in strategic maneuvers to enhance their rosters and improve their prospects for the upcoming season. For the Las Vegas Raiders, the 2023 campaign presented challenges. It resulted in an 8-9 record and a playoff absence. However, as they approach the 2024 offseason, the Raiders have their sights set on […]

Justin Fields’ trade market has yet to take shape this 2024 offseason, but former Las Vegas Raiders general manager Mike Mayock believes there will be teams interested in the Chicago Bears quarterback. With that said, Mayock also doesn’t see the need for the Windy City franchise to rush in moving the young quarterback. The Bears […]

The Las Vegas Raiders could really use a quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft. However, drafting 13, they are almost certainly out of the Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels territory, and even JJ McCarthy or Bo Nix could be off the board by then. That’s why new Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce and general […]

Another suitor has joined the Atlanta Falcons in pursuit of Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields. In fact, as the 2024 NFL Draft draws closer and closer, it would reportedly be a “surprise” if the  24-year-old is traded to the Falcons instead of elsewhere. The Pittsburgh Steelers have emerged in the “conversation” on a trade for […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were expected to push the Kansas City Chiefs hard in the 2023 season. However, the Raiders struggled badly in the first half of the year and fell out of contention early in the season. In an effort to mount an assault on their long-time rivals and back-to-back Super Bowl champion Chiefs, […]

As the Las Vegas Raiders approach a critical juncture in free agency, the spotlight falls on star running back Josh Jacobs. With the franchise tag deadline looming, the Raiders have outlined their strategy regarding Jacobs. According to reports, they have opted against utilizing the franchise tag. This would have entailed a payment of $14,149,200 for […]

The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine officially kicked off on Thursday, and the opening day’s activities revolved around the defensive linemen and the linebackers. Still, there was plenty of talk revolving around the quarterbacks in this year’s upcoming draft. While the combine was taking place, NFL insider Ian Rapoport revealed which teams had met with this […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are one of a handful of teams who are in need of stability at the game’s most important position. Derek Carr spent nine years as the Raiders starting quarterback, and while he often provided stability, he only seldom showed glimpses of being a true franchise quarterback. Other than Carr, the closest […]

Antonio Pierce has a bunch of supporters, as was obvious in the lead-up to him being officially promoted to full-time head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. But not everyone strongly believes in him. Former NFL executive and general manager Michael Lombardi is seemingly expressing doubt about his vision for the franchise. Specifically, he is […]

The NFL free agency period is almost here. However, one huge name that might have a new home via the trade market is Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields. The debate on whether the Bears will select Caleb Williams No. 1 or keep Justin Fields has been a huge talking point. If Fields is traded, a […]

“He’s a Raider.” That’s all Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco had to say about the trade rumors surrounding All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams. Speaking to the media on Tuesday ahead of the NFL combine, Telesco shut down any speculation that the Raiders are shopping Adams, per Adam Schefter. Rumors surfaced after the season […]

Former Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Damon Arnette finds himself in more legal trouble after his guilty plea to a felony gun charge. Arnette was arrested on Jan. 6th on gun and drug charges, Ian Rapoport reports. Ex-Raiders player is amid more legal trouble  Damon Arnette was reportedly charged with possession of less than a gram […]