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The Las Vegas Raiders have been busy this offseason. After hiring Pete Carroll as the team’s new head coach, the Raiders secured the face of their franchise by signing Maxx Crosby to a $106.5 million extension. Las Vegas then looked to improve the offensive side of the ball, landing quarterback Geno Smith in a stunning […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have delivered three major defensive line moves during NFL free agency month. The latest completes the reunion hat trick. Malcolm Koonce is coming back to Vegas on a one-year, $12 million deal, per ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler Monday. Koonce agrees to return to the Silver and Black after missing the […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new head coach, general manager, and quarterback but are keeping their elite talent. They signed edge rusher Maxx Crosby to a massive contract extension just before NFL free agency. After the deal, Sports Illustrated insider Albert Breer detailed the conversations around Crosby before the three-year extension. The Washington Commanders, […]

When John Spytek became the Las Vegas Raiders general manager, he had to address Maxx Crosby’s contract. He was up for a big payday, and he got one. The Raiders gave Crosby a historic $106.5 million contract, which can reset the defensive end market. Before the big day, though, Crosby and Spytek had some tough […]

The Las Vegas Raiders addressed the defensive trenches for the second time this week. This move comes off the heels of Maxx Crosby agreeing to a massive $106.5 million extension with the Raiders. Their newest NFL free agency deal Sunday involves standout defensive tackle Adam Butler. The new regime featuring general manager John Spytek and […]

Heading into free agency, the Kansas City Chiefs re-signed Nick Bolton, keeping their star linebacker. However, had they not reached a deal, Bolton might’ve seen himself rocking either a Denver Broncos or Las Vegas Raiders uniform in 2025, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz on X. “Sources: Nick Bolton gets $45M over 3 years — was […]

The Las Vegas Raiders made the boldest move of the offseason so far, trading a third-round pick (No. 73) in the 2025 NFL draft to the Seattle Seahawks for quarterback Geno Smith. The move reunites Smith with his former coach, Pete Carroll, and begs the question, what’s next for the Silver and Black? Well, we […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are in the midst of a tumultuous offseason. A year after giving Joe Burrow a massive contract extension, the team now has to give new deals to wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins or risk losing them. This is why the Bengals have given defensive end Trey Hendrickson, entering the last […]

After years of turmoil, everything finally seems to be trending in the right direction for the Las Vegas Raiders. Five months after sending Davante Adams to the New York Jets, everything came around full circle for the Raiders with their trade for quarterback Geno Smith. As it turned out, the same draft pick the Raiders […]

The Seattle Seahawks have reportedly traded quarterback Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The move reunites Smith with former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, who now oversees the Raiders. Smith broke his silence and took to social media after learning of the trade […]

Once DK Metcalf requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, there were many viable suitors for the 27-year-old receiver. With multiple landing spots for Metcalf, the Seahawks almost pawned him off to the Raiders in their Geno Smith trade. However, to acquire Metcalf and Smith, the Seahawks wanted Maxx Crosby in return from the Raiders. […]

The Las Vegas Raiders did not wish to wait any longer to find their next starting quarterback, deciding to trade a 2025 third-round draft pick to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for two-time Pro Bowl selection Geno Smith. Beyond the future asset it is dealing away, management could invest much more in its new QB. […]

It appears Geno Smith saw the writing on the wall when it came to his departure from the Seattle Seahawks. Smith requested a trade from the Seahawks on Thursday night, per FOX Sports’ NFL insider Jordan Schultz. It was due to the fact that he and the team were unable to come to an agreement […]

The Las Vegas Raiders improved the quarterback position after making a trade with the Seattle Seahawks for Geno Smith. The move reunites Smith with head coach Pete Carroll, as the two worked together in Seattle from the 2020 to 2023 seasons. Quarterback was deemed a major need for the Raiders after playing Gardner Minshew and […]

NFL free agency is banging on the door, and teams around the league are making moves to create cap space to improve the roster. We’ve already seen some surprising cuts, like the Los Angeles Chargers letting go of Joey Bosa. On Friday, the Las Vegas Raiders decided to release a key protector from the team. […]

While the Seattle Seahawks hoped to extend Geno Smith, he is officially on his way to the Las Vegas Raiders via trade, per Ian Rapoport on X. “The Seahawks are trading QB Geno Smith to the Raiders, reuniting him with his coach Pete Carroll, per The Insiders, as Seattle hits reset,” Rapoport wrote. “It’s a […]

Not unlike the New York Giants, the Las Vegas Raiders are exploring all their quarterback options ahead of free agency after missing out on a potential Matthew Stafford trade. While the answer will most likely come during the 2025 NFL free agency period, the team is not ruling out a potential trade for an established […]

For nearly 10 years, Tyler Lockett has been one of the NFL’s most reliable and underrated wide receivers. He has delivered consistency, deep-threat capability, and veteran leadership to the Seattle Seahawks. However, as the team pivots toward a younger, more cost-efficient strategy, Lockett now finds himself on the open market following his release. Lockett’s exceptional […]

The New York Jets opted for a clean break from Aaron Rodgers after bringing in new head coach Aaron Glenn this offseason. While the Jets are hitting the reset button at the quarterback position (yet again), the New York Giants have shown interest in acquiring the 41-year-old signal caller. The Giants had initially hoped to […]

The Las Vegas Raiders recently agreed to a $106.5 million extension with star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, and that news brought a reaction from Colorado football coach Deion Sanders, who was happy for and congratulated his friend. “Congratulations to my dear friend @CrosbyMaxx well deserved, certainly earned & I’m so darn proud of u. You […]

The Las Vegas Raiders moved on from Hunter Renfrow in March 2024. The one-time Pro Bowl wide receiver never landed anywhere in NFL free agency after his departure. But he hadn’t yet retired — even clearing up one rumor in hilarious fashion Wednesday. Renfrow went viral for addressing one X post linked to his name. […]

Maxx Crosby won’t become a trade asset for the Las Vegas Raiders. Despite all the hot trade rumors, the edge rusher will stay a Raider. Crosby agreed to a record-breaking $106.5 million deal Wednesday — with an assist from Pete Carroll. What role did the new head coach play in preventing Crosby from drifting off? […]

Star defensive end Maxx Crosby was entering the final year of the four-year extension he signed with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022. The expiring deal created trade buzz around the four-time Pro Bowler. But the Raiders put an end to any speculation by locking up Crosby on a three-year, $106.5 million contract. Crosby’s new […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are entering a new era under head coach Pete Carroll. Las Vegas is ready to make some big moves this offseason as they have plenty of cap space and draft picks to use. The Raiders got an early start to free agency on Wednesday, swiping up a veteran guard. The Raiders […]

Tyler Lockett will be looking for a new home as the Seattle Seahawks just recently released him after 10 seasons with the team. The speedy wide receiver still has some game left, and he could find himself back with a familiar face during free agency, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “One natural landing spot for […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are locking in one of their big-time players in Maxx Crosby, and giving him one of the biggest contracts in the league, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “Las Vegas Raiders are signing Pro Bowl DE Maxx Crosby to a three-year, $106.5 million extension that includes $91.5 guaranteed, making him the highest […]

The Tennessee Titans will be one of the most important teams in the NFL throughout the offseason. Tennessee holds the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, allowing them to take the top quarterback in the draft. They may also choose to trade the pick or select a blue-chip player at the top of […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL during the 2024 season. Raiders fans are hopeful that new head coach Pete Carroll and GM John Spytek can turn this around in Las Vegas. That will start at the quarterback position, where the Raiders are already making moves ahead of […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are on the brink of an offseason that could fundamentally alter their trajectory for years to come. They are urgently seeking a transformative talent to reawaken their competitive spirit. The mood within the organization is one of intense anticipation and urgency. Many are convinced that the key to their resurgence lies […]

After watching his Las Vegas Raiders fall apart down the stretch due to a potent combination of poor quarterback play and injuries, Pro Bowl edge rusher Maxx Crosby has a plan to get his team back on track this fall: sign Aaron Rodgers. That’s right, while discussing the 2025 NFL season on his podcast, The […]

Entering the 2025 NFL offseason, the Las Vegas Raiders are one of the many rebuilding teams in dire need of a quarterback. While some see the Raiders potentially addressing those needs at the 2025 NFL Draft, others believe general manager John Spytek will instead take Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty to fill the team’s […]

The first big NFL offseason domino fell when Matthew Stafford agreed to return to the Los Angeles Rams. He was on the trade market with many of the quarterback-needy teams looking to add him. But the Rams could not find a trade, so Stafford restructured his deal and will be back. Sports Illustrated insider Albert […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a busy offseason ahead. NFL free agency will be another stepping stone to revamping the roster, and help new head coach Pete Carroll return this franchise to playoff contention. First on the Raiders’ docket is to find a quarterback. A reliable veteran arm that can consistently bring out the best […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to make some big changes this offseason after enduring a miserable 2024 campaign that saw them finish with a 4-13 record. On the offensive side of the ball, the Raiders missed out on their quest to trade for quarterback Matthew Stafford after he agreed to a restructured contract with […]

Although Cam Ward is set to be a high draft pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders are at the top of his mind. When the Raiders hired Pete Carroll as their next head coach, he also brought in Chip Kelly as his offensive coordinator. As a result, it piqued Ward’s interest […]

It seems like that in recent years in the NFL, did receiver movement is becoming more and more prevalent during the offseason. Star pass catchers such as AJ Brown, Tyreek Hill and others have all been dealt during the spring in past years while teams opt out of paying them top contracts. This season, another […]

After missing out on acquiring Matthew Stafford, the Las Vegas Raiders are officially bidding farewell to another quarterback. The team told Desmond Ridder that it will not tender him as a restricted free agent, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, making him available to sign with any team on the open market. The Raiders are searching […]

Among the handful of teams who enter the 2025 NFL offseason with a hole to fill at quarterback are the Las Vegas Raiders, who trotted out the likes of Aidan O’Connell, Gardner Minshew and Desmond Ridder at quarterback throughout the 2024 season. For that reason, and a handful of others to be fair, the Raiders […]

Matthew Stafford was committed to return to the Los Angeles Rams in 2025. Despite being dragged around multiple rumors in connection to the New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders, Stafford reached an agreement with the Rams ahead of free agency to remain in Los Angeles for at least another year. Before re-negotiating his contract, […]