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Joe DeCamillis has the tall task of restoring order to the Las Vegas Raiders special teams unit. It’s a group that was dependable, if not consistent in prior years, however, in 2025, it was more liability than asset. The lack of execution resulted in blocked field goals and punts and allowing touchdowns on punt and […]
Getting Fernando Mendoza is call and all, but, now the first round of the 2026 NFL draft will not just be about the No. 1 pick for the Las Vegas Raiders. After the trade of star defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, the Raiders also own the No. 14 pick in the draft. […]
Being a fan of the Las Vegas Raiders can be difficult at times. They have seen many stars leave the franchise and it has happened again as the team sent Maxx Crosby, the recent face of the franchise, to the Baltimore Ravens for two first-round draft picks on Friday night. Even though there had been […]
The Maxx Crosby era is over as the Las Vegas Raiders traded the superstar defensive end to the Baltimore Ravens on Friday night for two first-round picks. Let’s look at some key aspects of the trade: This was happening: While many fans hoped this was all a media-driven unsubstantial story, the truth is Crosby was […]
On Friday morning, news “broke” that the Las Vegas Raiders will be moving on from last season’s starting quarterback, Geno Smith, which has been widely expected since before the campaign even ended. But what was interesting is that The Athletic’s Dianna Russini posted on X/Twitter: “Look for Las Vegas to bring a veteran QB in […]
A move that has been brewing for months has finally happened — superstar pass-rusher Maxx Crosby is a former Las Vegas Raider. According to several reports, the Raiders have traded the heart-and-soul of the franchise to the Baltimore Ravens. The Raiders got a huge haul as they received a 2026 first-round pick (No. 14 overall) […]
The Las Vegas Raiders continued to make roster moves Friday as they prepare for the start of the new league season starting next week. Friday morning, ESPN reported the Raiders will release 2025 starting quarterback Geno Smith when the new league year starts Wednesday if he is not traded by then. Friday afternoon, Las Vegas […]
The Las Vegas Raiders’ need list is a long one. Such is the case after a team compile a 3-14 overall record showcasing an impotent offense and equally limp coaching staff. That resulted in yet another coaching change — out went Pete Carroll and in comes Klint Kubiak. And so, the quest to build a […]
I could write this article probably 10 times and switch safety for a different position, but this time we’ll focus on safety. The Las Vegas Raiders system from 2025 to 2026 is going to change, beyond their switch of a 4-3 base to a 3-4 base, while the unit likely will remain in nickel majority […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are getting ready for the start of free agency, hoping to build the football team. Of course, the main rumor that is flying around at the moment is that the team is dealing with Maxx Crosby. Ever since he was put on injury reserve for the final two games of the […]
The NFL has three types of free agents, unrestricted, restricted, and exclusive rights free agents. Unrestricted free agents are those with 4 or more accrued seasons and on an expired contract. Restricted free agents is a player with three accrued seasons, and while free to negotiate and sign with any team there are a variety […]
The Las Vegas Raiders have many needs as they begin free agency next week. Let’s rank their top needs on the veteran market, which is different than their early-round draft needs. Offensive line: There has been media speculation the Raiders will pursue up to two veterans in the free-agent market. That makes sense. they have […]
Friday, ESPN reported that the Raiders will release 2025 starting quarterback Geno Smith when the league year begins Wednesday barring an unexpected trade. Here are some keys to the move: No surprise: This was coming all offseason. It was just a matter of when. There have been some reports Friday that stated the release was […]
It’s all about free agency as the craziness starts on Monday. So, naturally, for our Tuesday Community Question topic this week, we asked our community members what Las Vegas Raiders in-house free agent do they most want to see the team keep? Here is a list of their 2026 free agents. Cornerback Eric Stokes got […]
The Maxx Crosby trade chatter is getting louder and louder each day. The Athletic reported on Friday morning that the Las Vegas Raiders are willing to work on a trade of the superstar defensive end, according to general managers around the league. Last week, at the NFL combine, Raiders’ general manager John Spytek said he […]
It’s something that seemed extremely unlikely when he was acquired last year, but it has become very likely ever since, the Las Vegas Raiders are walking away from starting quarterback Geno Smith after just one season. ESPN reports Smith will be cut Wednesday, when the new league year starts, barring an unexpected trade. It gives […]
The Las Vegas Raiders reportedly will be looking to add a veteran wide receiver this offseason. They can do so either in free agency or a trade. There are some solid options available. The list probably starts with players who have a history with new Las Vegas head coach Klint Kubiak. Those players include Rashid […]
Expect the Las Vegas Raiders to be active next week when NFL free agency starts. Teams can begin to agree to terms with free agents at 9 a.m. PT Monday. So, it’s almost here. The Raiders have a ton of salary-cap room and plenty of needs, so they will be active and they are already […]
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After letting Nate Hobbs walk in free agency last offseason, nickelback was one of many weaknesses on the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster in 2025. With 2026 NFL free agency just around the corner, Las Vegas has a chance to improve the position by finding a defensive back who can cover the slot. So, using Pro […]
Silver and Black Pride is wrapping up it’s offseason preview for each of the Las Vegas Raiders’ division rivals, previously touching on the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs. That means the Denver Broncos will round us out, and Ian St. Clair from our frenemies at Mile High Report was kind enough to answer […]
Even with free agency and the 2026 NFL draft coming up, the biggest question surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster right now is whether defensive end Maxx Crosby is going to be on it this season. Crosby has been the subject of trade rumors since the Raiders shut him down at the end of the […]
The Las Vegas Raiders have heard talk surrounding the possibility of Maxx Crosby being traded this off-season, and possibly when you read this he has been. Despite that, Las Vegas is also seeing Malcolm Koonce slated to hit free agency, and Charles Snowden (while an ERFA) is not under contract in 2027. Tyree Wilson has […]
The franchise tag window has passed, and the NFL’s legal tampering period begins on Monday at 9:00 am PT, meaning free agency is heating up for the Las Vegas Raiders and the rest of the league. Also, don’t expect the Maxx Crosby trade rumors to end anytime soon, as general manager John Spytek has a […]
New Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has said the team plans to a running back to pair with Ashton Jeanty as the ground game is a big part of his scheme. So, there will likely be a fairly important addition to the team’s backfield this offseason. Because of other draft needs and the […]