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Five games, five. That’s all we have to get through to officially put a bow on what’s been one of the worst seasons in recent history for the Las Vegas Raiders. The finish line is near as the offseason, 2026 NFL draft and free agency are in sight. So, we have a few topics of […]

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Tyree Wilson is seeing play time decrease

Here is a look at how the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2023 draft class fared in a 31-14 road loss at the Los Angeles Chargers and ahead to Week 14’s home game against the Denver Broncos. Tyree Wilson: The No. 7 overall draft pick is seeing his paly time decrease. He played 31 percent of the […]

Can Las Vegas Raiders’ buck a wild Denver Broncos trend?

The Denver Broncos have been one of the biggest stories of the NFL season so far because of their ability to come back and win close games. The Broncos — who visit the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday —- are 10-2 and have won nine straight games. But it hasn’t come easy and they aren’t […]

Thursday open thread

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Las Vegas Raiders must address pass rush

The Las Vegas Raiders currently rank 26th in sacks at just 19 on the season, with 6 of those coming from Maxx Crosby alone. Crosby is being doubled at a career high, and he’s seen his win rate see an increase over the last five weeks after initially struggling early on. Crosby is still seeing […]

Las Vegas Raiders injury update: Michael Mayer still out, Geno Smith limited

The Las Vegas Raiders began the practice week in earnest Wednesday and some key pieces of the offense were not participating when media was allowed to view a portion of the workout. Reportedly, tight end Michael Mayer remained out. He didn’t play in Week 13 at the Los Angeles Chargers. Also, rookie wide receiver Dont’e […]

Chip Kelly-Pete Carroll aftermath a bad look that needs to end

There is no doubt, the 11-game tenure of Chip Kelly as the Las Vegas Raiders’ offensive coordinator was ugly. Despite the hiring of Kelly being considered a coup and the fact that he was the highest paid offensive coordinator in the league at $6 million, his short stint in las Vegas was completely ineffective and […]

Las Vegas Raiders Reacts Survey Week 14: Team Confidence

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders have lost six in a row, and don’t look like a turnaround […]

Las Vegas Raiders add son of Hall of Famer to program

The Las Vegas Raiders will take a look at the son of a former player of the franchise and the greatest wide receiver ever to live. The team announced Wednesday morning they have signed wide receiver Brenden Rice to their practice squad. He is the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, who […]

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Brock Bowers needs the ball more

Here is a look at how the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2024 draft class fared in a 31-14 road loss at the Los Angeles Chargers and ahead to Week 14’s home game against the Denver Broncos. Brock Bowers: Bowers caught all four of his targets for 63 yards and he scored both of the Raiders’ touchdowns, […]

Lack of competition stands out from Pete Carroll’s team

We all have seen the Las Vegas Raiders play this season under first-year head coach Pete Carroll. It’s been a disaster. They are awful and are arguably worse than they were last season when Antonio Pierce went one and done. What really stands out about Carroll’s team is the lack of competition. They are getting […]

Wednesday open thread

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Boogie Basham the next Rob Leonard project

Last week, the Las Vegas Raiders signed former Bills 2nd rounder Boogie Basham to their practice squad and the 28 year old pass rusher could provide something to be worked with under Raiders DL coach Rob Leonard. Leonard has gotten knocks this season for the Raiders underperforming defensive line but the coaches track record with […]

Las Vegas Raiders promote rookie defensive back

The Las Vegas Raiders made some roster moves Tuesday as they promoted rookie cornerback Greedy Vance to the 53-man roster Las Vegas released linebacker Jamin Davis to make room for Vance. They also cut kicker Greg Joseph from the practice squad. Vance is an undrafted free agent from USC. He was elevated from the practice […]

Does Tom Brady share some blame for Raiders’ awful season?

There was an expectation that Tom Brady would help elevate the Las Vegas Raiders with his presence as a minority owner of the team. Yet, just more than a year into him becoming a member of the franchise that hasn’t happened. It’s not totally clear exactly what Brady’s roll with the team exactly is. Some […]

Las Vegas Raiders fans want John Spytek to stay

We recently wrote that John Spytek should remain the general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025. Yes, Chip Kelly deserved to be fired and coach Pete Carroll and Geno Smith may be heading to going one-and-done with the team. But we think Spytek should stay. We asked our community members what they think […]

Ashton Jeanty active in passing game again

Here is a look at how the Las Vegas Raiders’ rookie class fared in a 31-14 road loss at the Los Angeles Chargers and ahead to Week 14’s home game against the Denver Broncos. Ashton Jeanty: The No. 6 overall draft pick played a season high 95 percent of the snaps in Greg Olson’s first […]

Las Vegas Raiders spreading holiday cheer to military members

As we pivot from Thanksgiving weekend and are in full holiday mode, let’s send some kudos to the Las Vegas Raiders for their commitment to support military members during this special time of year. Recently, Raiders’ reserve quarterback Aidan O’Connell, practice-squad offensive lineman Dalton Wagner, and former standout running back Darren McFadden represented the organization […]

Tuesday community question: Favorite Raiders’ assistant coach

It’s been a rough season, but does any of the (remaining) assistants excite you? Head to the comments section to share your thoughts and join the conversation. You can sign up for a commenting account below and we have full-time moderators to enforce the Community Guidelines.

New offensive coordinator, same terrible Las Vegas Raiders’ running game

The calendar just turned to December and the Las Vegas Raiders have already been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs after their Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. It was another game where the Raiders were hardly competitive, a common theme throughout this season, as it feels like the team is just going through […]

Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Kicker Options

The Las Vegas Raiders extended P AJ Cole this off-season and chose to delay their extension for kicker Daniel Carlson who was coming off a rather down season where he converted 34 of 40 field goals good for 85% with 23/25 on PATs. This season, Carlson is just 15/19 (78.9%) not counting a missed FG […]

Las Vegas Raiders left thunderstruck by Los Angeles Chargers in season sweep

The CBS broadcast crew aptly described Pete Carroll’s and Patrick Graham’s Las Vegas Raiders defense during Sunday’s broadcast. “They’re a softer defense this year,” the crew of Andrew Catalon, Charles Davis, and Jason McCourty noted early while broadcasting the Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers tilt. The crew noted this is a result of Graham — […]