The Las Vegas Raiders held workouts for three players on Wednesday and added linebacker Bralen Trice to their practice squad. Trice, a 25‑year‑old former Washington standout who earned All‑Pac‑12 honors in 2022‑23, was a third‑round pick (74th overall) by the Atlanta Falcons in 2024. After being cut in preseason and brief stints with Atlanta, he recorded two tackles and a pass defense in four games this season. The other workout participants were defensive end Anthony Goodlow and defensive tackle Haggai Chisom Ndubuisi.
Buffalo’s 5-1 start fuels high expectations, but fans are split on whether the Bills can sustain success under rookie head coach Joe Brady. A narrow 33-30 win over the Raiders highlighted an offense still reliant on Josh Allen while the defense, now led by Jim Leonhard, struggles to pressure the pass. Recent bye‑week losses by the Patriots, Ravens and Chiefs open a path to the AFC’s top seed, yet cap space limits any big‑time trades. The poll asks fans to weigh the coaching staff, injuries and defensive progress before the next stretch.
Despite leading the NFL with 16 passing touchdowns in week 8, Raiders QB Kirk Cousins faces criticism from Raider Nation. His 60.9% on‑target rate ranks 27th, while he throws the 7th‑most bad passes (35) and ties for 4th most drops (11). The offense struggles with limited pocket time (2.0 seconds, 20th in the league) and a thin receiving corps—Tre Tucker averages 16.3 yards per catch (6th NFL) but has only 29 receptions on 47 targets. Defensive blitzes force off‑platform throws, and a weak running game exacerbates the pressure. Coach Klint Kubiak defends Cousins, noting he’s still playing at a high level, but the article questions whether his arm strength and decision‑making can sustain the Raiders’ hopes.
The Tennessee Titans pick up defensive tackle Jonah Laulu off waivers, per source Jordan Schultz. Laulu, a 26‑year‑old former Las Vegas starter, was cut by the Raiders after a modest 2026 season in which he logged five tackles and half a sack over five games. The former 2024 seventh‑round pick by the Colts signed a four‑year, $4.12 million rookie contract after playing at Oklahoma, but was waived by the Colts and later the Raiders. The move adds depth to the Titans' defensive line heading into the final weeks of the season.
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49ers star defensive end Nick Bosa and girlfriend Ella Ailiff spark Halloween fun by dressing as the Crimson Chin and Cleft the Boy Chin Wonder from *The Fairly OddParents* at the team's costume party. Their TikTok pairings draw cheers, but fans flood comments urging Bosa’s quick return after missing games with a calf injury. GM John Lynch hints Bosa may be back after the bye, targeting a Nov. 8 matchup with the Raiders. Meanwhile, San Francisco, 6‑1, bolsters the pass rush by acquiring DeForest Buckner, easing pressure to rush Bosa’s comeback.
With the Raiders slipping to a 3-4 record after a 3-0 start, rumors flare about top pick Fernando Mendoza replacing veteran Kirk Cousins. ESPN insider Dan Graziano says the team isn’t ready to make the switch yet, preferring to keep the season alive and ensure Mendoza inherits a stronger situation. Cousins has been solid, posting 300‑plus yard games against the Chiefs and Bills and a 16‑5 TD‑INT ratio, even after a 45‑17 loss to the Patriots that prompted Mendoza’s brief debut. A win on the road against the Jets could restore the Raiders to .500 and delay Mendoza’s takeover until next season.
In Week 7, the Los Angeles Rams gashed the Las Vegas Raiders' defensive front with the run, making it evident that two 2026 FA signings aren't playing up to par.
Week 8 fantasy advice from Gridiron Experts warns that the recent roller‑coaster of high scores is over and urges managers to chase upside. With Houston, New Orleans, Giants and 49ers on bye, the focus is on quarterbacks and flex spots. Jacoby Brissett (Texans vs. Cowboys) is a top‑12 superflex pick against a soft Dallas secondary, while Geno Smith (Jets vs. Raiders) is a solid streamer despite a strong Raiders pass rush. Miami’s Ollie Gordon II sees heavy red‑zone carries, offering a safe RB2 floor. Blake Corum (Rams) and Rachaad White (Washington) provide flex upside in favorable run‑heavy matchups. Expect the unexpected through Halloween week.
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NFL analyst Ryan McFadden says the Las Vegas Raiders’ four-game losing streak isn’t enough reason to bench veteran Kirk Cousins for No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. While Cousins has missed open targets and shown limited mobility under pressure, he still tossed two fourth‑quarter touchdowns, raising his season total to 16. McFadden argues the team’s woes extend beyond the quarterback and that a switch to Mendoza wouldn’t automatically fix the offense. He urges the Raiders to evaluate broader offensive performance before making a headline‑making change.
The Raiders cut third-year defensive tackle Jonah Laulu on Tuesday after his snap share fell from 68% last season to just 32% this year. The article breaks down the emerging rotation: 2025 fourth‑round pick Tonka Hemingway leads when healthy with 15 tackles and a sack, veteran Adam Butler averages 51% of snaps and posted 18 tackles, and training‑camp signee Foley Fatukasi contributes 12 tackles on 44% of snaps. Backup Thomas Booker has been a healthy scratch, while 2025 sixth‑rounder J.J. Pegues sees limited duty but forced a fumble, and practice‑squad rookie Tim Keenan logged 29% of snaps in Week 7 and may earn a roster spot.
The Las Vegas Raiders didn’t perform well in their 35-21 loss to the LA Rams. However, Tre Tucker continues to produce and show his consistency at WR.
The latest AFC trade chatter spotlights several moving pieces as the deadline looms. The Chargers aren’t actively selling, but OLB Khalil Mack, WR Quentin Johnston and CB Donte Jackson could attract offers if the mood shifts. The Chiefs, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, may need a receiver boost, eyeing Colts WR Josh Downs or Browns WR Jerry Jeudy. Jets WR Garrett Wilson stays put unless a deal includes two first‑round picks and a starter, while RB Breece Hall’s contract is tradable but unlikely to move. OLB Will McDonald IV emerges as the Jets’ top trade bait, possibly for a fourth‑round pick. Meanwhile, Raiders OL Jackson Powers‑Johnson is a candidate after a Week 6 benching, and QB Kirk Cousins could fetch value if Las Vegas decides to trade.
The 49ers, fresh off acquiring DE DeForest Buckner, are already eyeing additional upgrades at defensive end and wide receiver. Trade chatter includes Maxx Crosby (if the Raiders budge), Khalil Mack, and Josh Sweat (despite his dip to two sacks in 2026). On the receiver side, the Niners consider Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Garrett Wilson (Giants), and Josh Downs (Colts), with the latter reportedly seeking a trade. Analysts give Thomas a 45% trade likelihood and Sweat a 40% chance. The piece weighs each prospect’s fit, contract status, and recent production, highlighting the team’s ongoing roster‑building push.
The Raiders are not planning to bench veteran QB Kirk Cousins for rookie Fernando Mendoza before Week 8, ESPN's Dan Graziano reports. While Mendoza is progressing, Graziano says he isn’t ready until after the Week 13 bye. Cousins, who leads the league with 16 TD passes and ranks third in yards (1,877), remains the starter despite four straight losses. Head coach Klint Kubiak backs Cousins, noting no controversy over the quarterback hierarchy.
The Las Vegas Raiders' veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, who has thrown for 1,877 yards, 16 TDs and five picks while completing 62.6% of his passes in seven games, faces trade speculation as the NFL deadline approaches on Nov. 10. After a 3‑0 start, the Raiders slipped to 0‑4, prompting talks of rookie No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza taking over. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler reports Cousins has a 20% chance of being dealt, noting his $1.3 million base salary still holds trade value. Coach Klint Kubiak prefers keeping Cousins as a bridge while Mendoza develops, leaving the final decision uncertain.
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Analysts Jeremy Fowler (ESPN) and Mike Ginnitti (Spotrac) spark fresh trade chatter, ranking Kirk Cousins 22nd among NFL trade targets and listing a Vikings‑Raiders deal as a "not‑so‑crazy" deadline blockbuster. With Minnesota 6‑0 but struggling at quarterback—Kyler Murray has just six passing TDs and Carson Wentz only three—Vikings could pursue the 38‑year‑old veteran who’s posting 16 TDs, 5 INTs, 62.6% completions and 1,877 yards for the Raiders. A Day‑3 pick in the 5th or 6th round is the likely price, and the move would pair Cousins with familiar offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell and star WR Justin Jefferson.
The Raiders’ 2025 draft class sees mixed results in a 35‑21 loss to the Rams, highlighted by No. 6 overall pick Ashton Jeanty catching a season‑best eight passes for 61 yards despite limited rushing success. Second‑rounder Jack Bech remains on IR with a forearm fracture, while third‑rounders Darien Porter and Caleb Rogers see reduced snaps and battle for starting roles. Rookie lineman Charles Grant contributed on special teams, and WR Dont’e Thornton is set for his debut after IR activation. Meanwhile, fourth‑rounder Tonka Hemingway returned from concussion with a sack, and late‑round picks JJ Pegues and Cody Lindenberg earn occasional defensive and special‑teams snaps. The preview also hints at what to watch in the upcoming Jets matchup.
The post-Week 7 AFC playoff picture shows that the Las Vegas Raiders have fallen further out of the equation during the 2026 NFL season.
The Daily Norseman breaks down the broadcast coverage map for this Sunday’s NFC North showdown between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions. Most of the northern U.S., parts of New England, and even Alaska will see the game on FOX, highlighted in red, with the network pitching it as the week’s top matchup by assigning its #1 crew—Kevin Burkhardt and former quarterback Tom Brady. The map also shows overlapping CBS double‑header games, like the Chargers‑Rams, affecting markets such as Cincinnati and Pittsburgh. The article notes other regional pairings (Arizona‑Dallas, Las Vegas‑Jets, Atlanta‑Tampa Bay) and invites comments on the odd market allocations.