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It has been a rocky return to football for Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden. Fortunately, the relocation to Allegiant Stadium this offseason has seemingly ushered in a newfound sense of optimism going into the 2020 NFL season. The Raiders will now be calling Sin City their new home and are hoping to kick […]

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden is confident that his team will become a force to be reckoned with in the 2020 NFL season. It is safe to say that bringing in a player of defensive end Jadeveon Clowney’s caliber would help them kick things up a notch. There has been some speculation regarding […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a busy offseason filling the notable voids on their roster while completing the relocation amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Fortunately, it seems head coach Jon Gruden is rather optimistic about this team’s prospects in the 2020 NFL season. Gruden has admittedly been just excited as any to usher in […]

Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden knows that a slow start can kill a team. But with the start of his team’s schedule, he knows they have their work cut out for them. The Raiders start the season by playing the Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, and Kansas City Chiefs. […]

Lights will shine bright for the Raiders in their inaugural season in Las Vegas. In the NFL schedule reveal earlier tonight, the Raiders have announced that the silver and black will have four of their games broadcast nationally on primetime. Among Las Vegas’ marquee matchups will be on Week 11 when the reigning Super Bowl […]

Jadeveon Clowney remains available in free agency and there have been multiple teams linked to having interest in signing him. According to ESPN’s Diana Russini, the Las Vegas Raiders are not among those seeking his services this offseason. For those keeping track, I was told the Raiders are not in the Jadeveon Clowney sweepstakes. — […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a deal with Devontae Booker after they struck out on getting Frank Gore, according to Sean Cunningham of KXTV. The execution of the contract is pending a physical. RB Devontae Booker, the Sacramento native (Grant HS), formerly of the Denver Broncos, intends to sign with the Las Vegas […]

Henry Ruggs III may have generated the headlines, but he was not the only wide receiver the Las Vegas Raiders took in the NFL Draft late last month. The Raiders also selected University of South Carolina wideout Bryan Edwards in the third round, and quarterback Derek Carr is very excited about Edwards’ potential. As a […]

The Las Vegas Raiders took University of Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III with the 12th overall pick of the NFL Draft late last month, and apparently Derek Carr is pretty happy about it. While some have questioned how Ruggs—a speedster who was not incredibly productive in college—will translate on the professional level for Las […]

Nick Saban and Alabama have an incredible history of producing high-caliber NFL wide receivers in recent years. NFL stars such as Julio Jones, Amari Cooper, and Calvin Ridley were all once coached by the Crimson Tide coach. However, this year, Alabama made history in the draft. Former Bama wideouts Henry Ruggs III and Jerry Jeudy […]

The New York Jets managed to shore up some quality depth in the backfield this offseason with the addition of running back Frank Gore. Although the Las Vegas Raiders had initially emerged as front runners to land his services, it seems the sense of familiarity in New York was too good to pass up on. […]

Rumors have been swirling about where Aaron Rodgers could play next if the Green Bay Packers decided to move on from him before he is ready to hang up the cleats. Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk believes that if the Packers ship him off via trade, Jon Gruden and the Las Vegas Raiders could […]

The AFC West is one of the most interesting divisions in the NFL after the NFL Draft. Well, after the Kansas City Chiefs, anyway. Let’s be real: everyone and their goldfish knows that the Chiefs are going to win the AFC West yet again, but the rest of the division as far as Wild Card […]

The Las Vegas Raiders made a couple of additions this offseason, including the signing of Marcus Mariota. With Mariota joining the Raiders’ quarterback room, Las Vegas has released DeShone Kizer, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The #Raiders cut QB DeShone Kizer, source said. — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) May 5, 2020 Kizer began his career as […]

Jon Gruden and Aqib Talib could tell you: The second overall pick in the history of the Las Vegas Raiders was Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette, selected by the newly relocated AFC West franchise last month at No. 19. Arnette, 23, recorded 140 total tackles and five interceptions in 47 games with the Buckeyes over […]

Alabama wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and Henry Ruggs made history during the 2020 NFL Draft becoming the first receivers from the same school in NFL history to be drafted in the top 15 of the same draft. That distinction will create some pressure for both prospects to succeed in the NFL whether that’s fair or […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were not shy about acknowledging their shortcomings on the roster throughout the offseason. Fortunately, the 2020 NFL Draft gave them an opportunity to address one of the more overlooked aspects of the game in special teams. The Raiders made a splash by taking Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs with the 12th […]

Derek Carr is heading into a pivotal season with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2020. If he falters, he could be replaced in the near future. As a matter of fact, an NFL executive believes Las Vegas would be a ‘prime’ destination for Aaron Rodgers. First and foremost, it’s important to note that a lot […]

Given how delicate Derek Carr’s situation has been under center with the Las Vegas Raiders recently, the fact that a team signed another quarterback capable of starting would bother him. But it isn’t. The Raiders brought in former Tennessee Titans signal-caller Marcus Mariota in free agency, but Carr does not at all feel threatened by […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is no stranger to criticism. Since he tossed 28 touchdowns in 2016 while leading the Raiders to a 12-3 record, the 29-year-old signal-caller has failed to match that same success. The Raiders also made waves this offseason by signing former No. 2 overall pick Marcus Mariota, presumably to either […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has his fair share of critics. The 29-year-old hasn’t quite kept up the production from his breakout 2015 and 2016 campaigns and despite a solid and efficient 2019 season, the former second-round pick is still doubted. Last season, Carr completed a career-high 70.4 percent of his passes, which was […]

Tom Brady ultimately signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in free agency back in March, ending an incredibly riveting month of speculation. Brady spent the first couple of decades of his career with the New England Patriots, collecting six Super Bowl titles and establishing himself as the greatest quarterback of all time in the eyes […]

Back in 2018, the city of Oakland filed a lawsuit against the Las Vegas Raiders as they made the decision to relocate. After a couple of years of looking at the case, a judge dismissed Oakland’s lawsuit against the Raiders and the NFL. When Oakland filed the lawsuit, they believed that the Raiders breached their […]

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Henry Ruggs with the No. 12 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, and Derek Carr appears to approve the decision. Nearly a week after the Raiders drafted him, Carr shared his opinion on Las Vegas’ selection of Ruggs. Carr watched every college play of the top 3 WRs in draft: […]

For the second straight offseason, there was speculation that the Las Vegas Raiders could potentially move on from Derek Carr. For the second straight year, the Raiders stuck with him. Las Vegas has opted to continue moving forward with Carr, but it also nailed down a solid insurance policy in free agency, signing Marcus Mariota […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were finally able to address their issues with firepower by taking Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs with the 12th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. In doing so, they effectively made him the first wideout to go off the board in what was one of the receiver deepest classes in […]

The Las Vegas Raiders had several receivers to choose from with the 12th overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft. However, selecting former Alabama star Henry Ruggs was no brainer for General Manager Mike Mayock, because his speed and explosion set him apart from the other wideouts. During a visit with Rich Eisen, Mayock explained how […]

Speedy Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III is a certifiable Al Davis-type draft pick — that much is undeniable. New revelations point to the Las Vegas Raiders selecting the former Crimson Tide wideout in an effort to emulate the reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, one of the team’s division rivals in the AFC […]

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The 2020 NFL Draft has concluded, meaning that we have a general idea of what everyone’s roster is going to look like heading into next season, including the four teams in the AFC West. For that reason, we can start making some genuine prognostications around the league. Let’s start with some predictions for the AFC […]

The Las Vegas Raiders had a disappointing 2019 season, finishing with a 7-9 record, but the hope was with a strong offseason and draft, they could back into the playoffs. With the draft completed it’s now a perfect chance to look back at the players selected, how they will fit with the team, and if […]

There was much speculation that the Las Vegas Raiders could replace Derek Carr this offseason due to the supposed divide between him and Jon Gruden. After being mum on the topic for months, Carr responded to the rumors of friction with Gruden. “What people don’t get to see from the outside looking in is our […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr will have some competition after the Raiders signed former Tennessee Titans signal-caller Marcus Mariota in free agency. But Carr is already making strides to build a relationship with Mariota, lauding him for his character. Via Austin Boyd of Heavy.com. “We’ve talked already,” Carr said on the Bussin’ With The […]

The Las Vegas Raiders added a few offensive players early in the 2020 NFL Draft, including Lynn Bowden Jr in Round 3. Following the decision to select Bowden, Raiders general manager Mike Mayock revealed what position Bowden is going to play with Las Vegas. Oakland GM Mike Mayock says they plan to use Lynn Bowden […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have had an exciting draft. One that has brought them a ton of weapons on offense. With that in mind, the hype around them is building. According to Vic Tafur of The Athletic, Las Vegas general manager Mike Mayock isn’t ready to make the bold statements just yet though. Mayock asked if […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have loaded up on offense in the 2020 NFL Draft, beginning with the selection of Henry Ruggs with the No. 12 pick. Shortly after Las Vegas added Ruggs, Derek Carr reacted to the Raiders taking the speedy wide receiver in the first round. Mayock said he and Carr have been texting […]

Before the 2020 NFL Draft got underway, it was expected that the Las Vegas Raiders would select a playmaker early in the first round. Right on cue, the Raiders decided to select Henry Ruggs III out of Alabama with the No. 12 pick in the NFL Draft. When Las Vegas was on the clock with […]

The New England Patriots have addressed their need at tight end. After agreeing to a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, the Pats have traded up in the third round to grab UCLA  TE Devin Asiasi with the 91st overall pick. Per ESPN’s Field Yates, the Raiders traded picks No. 91 and 159 to New […]

The Las Vegas Raiders used their 12th overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft on former Alabama star Henry Ruggs III. The Raiders were planning to draft a receiver with their first pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. However, they couldn’t decide between Jerry Jeudy, CeeDee Lamb, or Henry Ruggs III. In a recent interview, Raiders […]