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Defensive backs longshots to win DROY
A pair of new Las Vegas Raiders defensive backs are long to win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. The Raiders took Arizona safety Treydan Stukes in the second round (No. 38) and they selected Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy with the first pick of the fourth round (No. 101). According to our friends […]
Wednesday open thread
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UFL Targets for Las Vegas Raiders
John Spytek talked about the UFL when asked before the draft, and the Las Vegas Raiders haven’t signed a UFL player in nearly 2-3 seasons. UFL players have shown an ability to bounce back to the NFL level, especially on special teams with Jake Bates, Brandon Aubrey, and Kevontae Turpin. Other including Vikings DT Jalen […]
Trey Zuhn III gives Las Vegas Raiders roster Mendoza insurance via 2026 NFL draft
After adding Fernando Mendoza to the roster at the top of the 2026 NFL draft, the Las Vegas Raiders didn’t want to take any chances when it comes to protecting their new quarterback. So, while former Texas A&M offensive lineman Trey Zuhn III likely won’t be a day-one starter, the Raiders used their second third-round […]
Raiders roster 2026: How offensive line stacks up
Let’s look at where the Las Vegas Raiders’ offensive line stands after the draft: Let’s take a look where the position stands: New free agent added: Center Tyler Linderbaum (Baltimore Ravens), guard Spencer Burford. Free agent who departed: Guard Dylan Parham (New York Jets), tackle Stone Forsythe (Carolina Panthers). Current free agents: None. Free agent […]
Day 3 draft picks no sure things
Everyone loves late-round draft steals. But it’s not always easy to accomplish. For every Maxx Crosby, there are a dozen Day 3 picks who flame out. A recent X post by NFL Researcher shows how difficult it is to score big on players drafted from rounds four through seven. The formula was players who were […]
What is Raiders’ next move?
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Keyron Crawford adds pass-rush upside to Las Vegas Raiders’ roster via 2026 NFL draft
While adding an edge defender wasn’t a pressing or immediate need for the Las Vegas Raiders, general manager John Spytek went with a “best player available” approach to the third round of the 2026 NFL draft, selecting former Auburn pass-rusher Keyron Crawford 67th overall. Crawford comes from a basketball background and didn’t start playing football […]
Las Vegas Raiders Defensive & Special Teams UDFA Scouting
The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to build depth on their roster, and after selecting DB’s Treydan Stukes, Dalton Johnson, Hezekiah Massses, and Jermod McCoy along with defensive tackle Brandon Cleveland, and EDGE rusher Keyron Crawford. The Raiders have built more depth on their defense this off-season, and they’ll have a few undrafted free agents […]
Fernando Mendoza will have some buddies with him
There was some speculation the Las Vegas Raiders would select some of Fernando Mendoza’s Indiana teammates after making him the N0. 1 overall pick in last weekend’s draft. The speculation surrounded around wide receivers Omar Cooper and Elijah Sarratt and running back Kaelon Black. But, in the end, Mendoza was the only players from the […]
Getting ready for a kicking battle
The Las Vegas Raiders will have a new kicker for the first time since 2018 as they moved away from free agent Daniel Carlson. Early in free agency, the Raiders signed veteran Matt Gay with the idea of adding a young kicker for him to compete with in training camp. The Raiders identified that Gay […]
Raiders roster 2026: How wide receivers stack up
Let’s look at the Las Vegas Raiders’ wide receiver position after the draft. New free agent added: Jalen Nailor (Minnesota Vikings), Dareke Young (Seattle Seahawks). Free agent who departed: None. Free agent who returned: None, Current free agents: Tyler Lockett, Alex Bachman Traded for: None. Released: None. Draft: Oregon’s Malik Benson in sixth round (No. […]
New Raiders safety Treydan Stukes adds versatility to the secondary
The Las Vegas Raiders added depth to the secondary through the NFL draft. One of those draft picks was Treydan Stukes out of Arizona, who they picked in the second round to compete at the safety position. Stukes’ playmaking stands out in his college film, with four interceptions in 2026. With his teammate Dalton Johnson […]
Monday open thread
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A Wildcat tandem turned potential Raiders’ starters
Apparently, when John Spytek identified the safety as a critical need for his team and said the 2026 NFL Draft class was very good and deep at the particular position, the Las Vegas Raiders general manager wasn’t fibbing. So much so, that the Silver & Black went to the Arizona Wildcats well twice in said […]
Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza feels good coming out of Rookie Minicamp
The Las Vegas Raiders had their second practice of rookie minicamp on Saturday. It was open to the media and gave fans their first glimpse of new quarterback Fernando Mendoza in action. His growth will be the talk of the offseason and training camp, with a chance he’s ready to start Week 1. Of course, […]
Jermod McCoy hits practice field
A week ago, Jermod McCoy was of some teams draft boards because of health concerns. Saturday, he was on the practice field during the Las Vegas Raiders’ rookie minicamp, which is running from Friday to Sunday. Media members were allowed to watch some of the Saturday’s practice and McCoy, a fourth-round pick from Tennessee, was […]
Mailbag: How many starts will Fernando Mendoza make as rookie for Las Vegas Raiders?
We’re a week removed from the 2026 NFL draft, so the dust has settled and it’s time to dive into a few new players on the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster. We have a lot to go over for this week’s mailbag, so let’s get to it! Q: What’s a reasonable over/under for Fernando Mendoza’s regular-season […]
Las Vegas Raiders reportedly ‘optimistic’ Jermod McCoy will play this season
Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek took a swing for the fences in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL draft by selecting former Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy. The 101st overall pick of the draft is widely considered a first-round talent but fell last weekend due to a medical concern about his knee after […]
Favorite pick from the Raiders’ 2026 draft class
The duo of John Spytek and Klint Kubiak completed the 2026 NFL Draft excursion this past weekend with eyes of rebuilding the Las Vegas Raiders into a competitive — if not, respectable — football team heading into coming season and beyond. Entrusted by owner Mark Davis, the general manager and head coach, respectively, joined forces […]
Las Vegas Raiders Offensive UDFA Scouting
The Las Vegas Raiders signed a plethora of undrafted free agents, and also have a large number of undrafted rookie visits set. Las Vegas has seen impacts from undrafted rookies in recent seasons, and they have a noticeable availability for one, more multiple, undrafted rookies to push for the roster at wide receiver, runningback, and […]
Fans put a bow on a happy draft
We decided to give our readers a chance to wrap up the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 NFL draft calls with their final thoughts (actually, go ahead and talk about it here as long as you wish) as our Tuesday community question this week. Here are some of your responses: MoonPiesporTodos Overall, very happy with it. […]
What is Raiders’ biggest remaining need?
This week, with the 2026 NFL draft in the books, we ranked the remaining needs for the Las Vegas Raiders. We want to know how you feel about it. Please let us know what you this Las Vegas’ biggest needs. Here are the options with what I wrote about them in the previous post: Defensive […]
Fernando Mendoza a favorite for NFL OROY
This is no surorise. Fernando Mendoza is an early favorite to win the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award According to our friends at FanDuel Sportsbook, Mendoza, who the Raiders took with the No. 1 overall pick last week, is priced at +320 to win the award. It is the second lowest (best) odds […]
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