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At the rate his career is going, Davante Adams already seems to be a lock to make the Pro Football Hall of Famer one day. But the Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver isn’t about to rest on his laurels just yet. Davante Adams still has the burning desire to be a greater player than he […]

Do you feel that, Raider Nation? That’s the feeling of regular season football returning. In a little more than one week’s time, the Las Vegas Raiders will be in Los Angeles to battle the Chargers in Week 1. That means it’s time to make some 2022 Raiders predictions for the upcoming NFL season. A month of […]

Former NFL player and now ESPN analyst Ryan Clark just played some sweet music for the ears of Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders. Clark predicted that Carr is about to have the kind of season that Tom Brady had with the New England Patriots back in 2007. https://twitter.com/RaiderNationBOS/status/1565918816542101504 That’s a bold prediction, to […]

Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders have been anxiously awaiting Darren Waller’s return to the field throughout training camp. Waller was forced to miss a big chunk of time during training camp with a hamstring injury, putting his status for Week 1 of the regular season in doubt. Those concerns should be eased after […]

Playing in what looks to be the NFL’s toughest division for the 2022-23 season, the Las Vegas Raiders are fighting an uphill battle in Josh McDaniels’ first season as their head coach. With 53-man roster cuts having just been made, they have positions that still need talent added to them. Derek Carr and the offense […]

All eyes are currently on Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr. Over the weekend, UFC president Dana White dropped a huge truth bomb regarding the Raiders organization. White claimed that during Tom Brady’s free agency before the 2020 season, a deal was in place for the future Hall of Famer to join the Raiders. Along […]

The Las Vegas Raiders’ 2022 season could be a season of marked improvement. Derek Carr has some new weapons on offense, specifically Davante Adams, and a new coaching regime, led by Josh McDaniels, to help him and the Raiders take the next forward this season. The Raiders have been in the news a lot lately, […]

Much like the rest of us, Skip Bayless fondly remembers when Tampa Bay Buccaneers superstar quarterback Tom Brady revealed that he was supposed to join a mystery team in free agency back in 2020 before he decided to run it back with the Bucs. The GOAT was so memorably quoted for saying, “you’re sticking with […]

Selecting quarterbacks in fantasy football drafts is an interesting task. On one hand, they are extremely productive, but on the other hand, you can find good quarterbacks at pretty much any point in the draft. That’s why it’s important to identify fantasy football quarterback sleepers to take later on in your drafts. There are several […]

You never know what to expect in terms of playing time during the NFL preseason. Some teams utilize their stars on a consistent basis, while other high-profile players don’t even suit up. Some coaches reveal their plans while others keep it to themselves. Las Vegas Raiders coach Josh McDaniels recently dropped a snarky comment when […]

The Las Vegas Raiders received a positive report after initial troubling news. Star tight end Darren Waller, who had been held out of training camp due to a hamstring ailment, is reportedly expected to be fine, per Adam Schefter. Hamstring injuries tend to be tricky. Sometimes, they are harmless and simply require rest. But in […]

It’s early August and that can only mean one thing. It is time for fantasy football managers to start preparing for the upcoming season. Fantasy football has become a billion dollar business annually, with money and punishments exchanging hands and being doled out every season. The quarterback position is always deep and should be treated […]

The Las Vegas Raiders made arguably the biggest trade in their franchise history this offseason. They traded for All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams, helping solidify the Raiders as one of the most potent offensive attacks in the NFL. Adams might be the new guy in town, but he certainly doesn’t mind poking fun at his […]

Derek Carr has been around for quite some time now. He’s shared the field with more than a few teammates, and he’s pretty much seen it all in the eight years he’s been in the league. Be that as it may, there are still some things that continue to amaze the Las Vegas Raiders star […]

Davante Adams is one of the most intriguing fantasy players heading into the 2022 NFL season. Adams has consistently been a dominant receiver in the NFL and in fantasy but is on a new team this year. Adams was traded from the Green Bay Packers to the Las Vegas Raiders in the offseason. This reunites […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are in the middle of training camp as the franchise prepares for the regular season. After a strong offseason, this team is shaping up to be one of the best in the league. On Thursday though, head coach Josh McDaniels was seen lighting up Malcolm Koonce in practice, as he nearly […]

Las Vegas Raiders star receiver Davante Adams ruffled some feathers with his recent Derek Carr-Aaron Rodgers comparison. And the 29-year-old is not backing down from his hot take. Adams told CBS Sports on Friday that there would be an adjustment when you go “from Hall of Famer to Hall of Famer.” Social media was set […]

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams raised more than a few eyebrows after he compared Derek Carr to Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. When speaking about the transition from playing with Rodgers to Carr, Adams said that some adjustment is always required when you shift from a Hall of Fame QB to another […]

Over the opening months of the offseason, numerous teams went all out to revamp their wide receiver corps, including the Las Vegas Raiders. Out of the five wideouts who recorded at least 200 snaps played for the Raiders last season, only Hunter Renfrow (758) will feature in Las Vegas’ offense this year. Raiders general manager […]

Davante Adams is preparing to play his first season alongside Derek Carr on the Las Vegas Raiders. The wide receiver is amongst the best in the game. However, it could be difficult to transition from Aaron Rodgers to Carr. Adams commented on what he expects from the QB change, per CBS Sports HQ. “Any time […]

The Las Vegas Raiders shockingly made the playoffs last season. A postseason bid for Derek Carr, Maxx Crosby and company seemed unlikely not just because of their roster but also because of the numerous bumps in the road. Henry Ruggs III’s drunk-driving incident and Jon Gruden’s resignation following the uncovering of homophobic, sexist and racist […]

It’s been over two years since Kobe Bryant passed away. But the Los Angeles Lakers icon still has his imprints on the the sporting world – and not just in basketball. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is just one of thousands of professional athletes that the Mamba has impacted for the better. Carr was […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are gearing up for a big season after the front office acquired some big-name stars to improve the roster. Although they play in a stacked AFC West, Vegas will have a fighting chance throughout the season. Especially considering how excited Derek Carr and Davante Adams are reuniting in the NFL. According […]

The Las Vegas Raiders’ offense is nothing short of stacked. Davante Adams and Darren Waller are each among the very best at their positions while Hunter Renfrow is emerging as a high-level slot receiver. Derek Carr has tons of options coming into the season but touted running back Josh Jacobs as someone is very excited […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr can’t stop fawning over new head coach Josh McDaniels. In an interview with Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston, Carr opened up about the “genius” of McDaniels. Given the controversial second Raiders tenure of Jon Gruden, Carr’s lavish praise of McDaniels kind of comes off as a subtle jab […]

Ndamukong Suh has developed a reputation as one of the most reliable defensive tackles in the NFL. Suh has a career that spans 12 years dating back to his rookie season in 2010. Despite some controversial plays during his time in the league, Suh has made a Hall of Fame case for himself. But his […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are breaking out the checkbook ahead of the 2022-2023 season. Multiple players were granted huge contract extensions, the latest being Hunter Renfrow. News broke Friday that the wide receiver signed a two-year, $32 million contract. It’s safe to say that Derek Carr is thrilled to have Renfrow on board for at […]

Derek Carr and Davante Adams go way back together. The duo became one of the most dynamic tandems at Fresno State College before both of them went to the NFL. Now, Adams has reunited with his college QB, as he signed with the Las Vegas Raiders on a massive contract. Davante Adams’ move to Las […]

Like many other teams throughout the league, the Las Vegas Raiders began mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. The roster is looking pretty different this year, as a result of recent signings, trades, and draft acquisitions. However, one player not officially added to the roster is Colin Kaepernick. The quarterback practiced with the Raiders a few weeks […]

After nearly a decade, Derek Carr and Davante Adams are reunited. The Fresno State Bulldogs teammates are back together again with Adams’ recent trade to the Las Vegas Raiders. Since the trade back in March, the duo revealed that they worked on reuniting after the conclusion of the 2021-2022 season. For insight on the most […]

It’s been a hot minute since we’ve seen Colin Kaepernick in the NFL. He’s been vouching for a role in the league since essentially being banned for demonstrating a peaceful protest against police brutality. However, the former quarterback received a tryout with the Las Vegas Raiders and it apparently went well. Head coach Josh McDaniels […]

The NFL world received some major news on Wednesday when it was announced that former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick worked out for the Las Vegas Raiders. Kaepernick, who hasn’t had a workout for five years after being shunned by the league for his protests of police brutality, could be staring at his most […]

The Las Vegas Raiders added to their collection of weapons when they acquired superstar wide receiver Davante Adams from the Green Bay Packers. With incumbent stars Hunter Renfrow and Darren Waller alongside Adams, the potential for their passing attack is obviously very high. Quarterback Derek Carr is likely itching to get on the field and […]

Cody Bellinger’s 2 home run game on Sunday opened a lot of eyes in the MLB world. However, it apparently caught the attention of other sports stars as well. NFL players have not been shy about discussing their interest in baseball this year, especially JJ Watt. However, it was Raiders QB Derek Carr who made […]

Deebo Samuel’s trade request from the San Francisco 49ers has the potential to shake up the NFL landscape. Although the team is not looking to trade their star, the request will loom over it and Samuel will almost certainly end up somewhere else. Everyone around the league is keeping an eye on the situation, including […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr knows there will be tons of adjustments for them as new head coach Josh McDaniels takes over the team. However, it is clear he’s excited to learn from a winning coach. Plus, it appears Carr is already loving the fact that McDaniels likes to play fast. “It’s going to […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr signed a massive three-year, $121.5 million extension with the franchise on Wednesday. The Raiders rewarded Carr for one of the better years of his career, as he threw for a career-high 4,804 passing yards while leading Las Vegas to a playoff berth, the first of his career. However, the […]

It’s been a wild offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders so far and we still have the 2022 NFL Draft around the corner. The AFC West is loaded, but this franchise will have a fighting chance after Derek Carr signed an extension with the team. Now, the veteran quarterback reveals why he agreed to the […]

The Las Vegas Raiders entered this offseason with one key need above all else: extend the contract of franchise quarterback Derek Carr. The eight-year veteran brings important leadership on top of his ability to lead the offense. He came into this offseason with one more season left on his current deal. Las Vegas needed to […]