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The Las Vegas Raiders are heading into their true offseason with a month and a half break before training camp. One of the key stories for camp season is the battle at quarterback. Kirk Cousins and Mendoza could be in a battle for the number one spot, but that decision could already be made. On […]
Fernando Mendoza on life as the Raiders' No. 1 pick, Tom Brady lessons, LinkedIn, and branding off the field.
Kirk Cousins signed his two-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders knowing what he was getting into. He will be replaced by the team’s franchise quarterback-in-the-making, Fernando Mendoza. However, that does not mean the veteran is just going to be a stand-in. Cousins is not going to hold himself back as he competes with Mendoza, […] The post Raiders Want Kirk Cousins To Do Everything Possible To Prevent Fernando Mendoza From Taking the Field – Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost Connor Heyward to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency, and with the Raiders, Heyward is moving to a more traditional fullback role. Appearing on Movin’ The Chains on SiriusXM NFL Radio earlier this week, Heyward discussed his transition after primarily playing tight end with the Steelers. “I feel like the […]
As Las Vegas Raiders fans are excited about rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, taken with the No. 1 overall pick, this insider is implying that people should temper their high expectations. With the Raiders challenging Mendoza this offseason, as he’s seen as the face of the franchise, the expectations should be consistent with the fact that […] The post Raiders insider makes rookie confession about Fernando Mendoza appeared first on ClutchPoints .
At 6-foot-4 and 263 pounds, Brennan Jackson offers prototypical length and size as an outside rush linebacker. And it’s those measurements that project towards a versatile stand-up or hands-in-the-dirt defender depending on the alignment or package. Thus far, though, Jackson’s NFL career has been anything but prototypical. A fifth-round pick (154th overall) by the Los […]
The Patriots' Eli Raridon is a solid developmental tight end. But the Patriots need quality help at the postion now. The Raiders' Mike Mayer would be a terrific No. 2 tight end, ready to step in when Hunter Henry leaves. He's a great trade option now.
Fernando Mendoza watched the 2026 NFL Draft from his home in Miami. He skipped the trip to Pittsburgh because he’d have to go to Vegas anyway, and the trip would take a toll on his mother. The Las Vegas Raiders’ future franchise quarterback is applying the same logic to his bank account as well. Mendoza […] The post Fernando Mendoza Called “Presumptuous” for Walking Away From Six-Figure Endorsements by FOX Analyst appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Las Vegas Raiders community received terrible news Saturday Night. One of their former players, Aldon Smith, passed away at the age of 36. Former Raiders general manager took a chance on a young Aldon Smith in 2015 to join him with Khalil Mack. Smith was a former All-Pro edge rusher who recorded 19.5 sacks […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are back at mandatory mini-camp, and fans are excited to hear about football. Klint Kubiak and his coaching staff are looking to put their imprint on the franchise and take it to the next level. Of course, the main position missing from the Raiders is quarterback. They drafted Fernando Mendoza and […]
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is just two TD passes away from joining the exclusive 300 club.
The Las Vegas Raiders significantly revamped their defense this past March, making a big move by signing linebacker Nakobe Dean to a three-year contract worth $36 million, which includes $20 million fully guaranteed. Dean is expected to lead the new defensive unit alongside fellow addition Quay Walker. However, his status raised concerns when he missed […] The post Raiders’ Klint Kubiak sidesteps Nakobe Dean injury question appeared first on ClutchPoints .
I’m channeling the 1970s rockstar in me and doing my best Alice Cooper impression by signing you all a non-auditory tune: “Schoooools out for summer!” It’s graduation season, and the Las Vegas Raiders concluded mandatory minicamp and their entire spring practice session this week. So, it’s finally summer, and we have some downtime before training […]
After the Las Vegas Raiders wrapped up their offseason program this week, Fernando Mendoza is still in the process of getting acclimated to all of the intricacies of head coach Klint Kubiak's offense.
Writer proposes 49ers trade package for Maxx Crosby“But the reality is the Raiders did try to trade Crosby this offseason,” Davenport wrote. “The trajectory of the franchise hasn’t changed since then—Vegas is a rebuilding team. And while this offer isn’t as good as Baltimore’s was, it’s not that far off—a first, a day 2 pick, […]
Andrew Janocko is the “fixer” for Klint Kubiak. While he won’t be calling plays — that responsibility will be in Kubiak’s capable hands, even as a first-time head coach — Janocko is a key element of the Las Vegas Raiders coaching staff. That may seem detrimental to Janocko’s title of offensive coordinator, however, the relationship […]
The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2026 NFL season with more optimism than they’ve had in years. With Ashton Jeanty projected as one of the league’s most dangerous running backs, Brock Bowers commanding attention at tight end, and a revamped offensive line anchored by new center Tyler Linderbaum, defenses are going to have a lot […] The post 2 underrated Raiders sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
As I was filling out my 20-0 team, which I highly recommend to those that enjoy football history, I had the idea of doing one for the Raiders. Obviously, going 20-0 in the modern NFL is basically impossible, however what if there was a way to build an entire historical roster regardless of era & […]
Could the 49ers trade for Maxx Crosby? One proposed deal sends a first-round pick, Mykel Williams, and more to the Raiders for the star pass rusher.
Undrafted free agents, everyone talks about them, usually more so than most rookies drafted in rounds 5-7. Undrafted rookies have made waves in the NFL, they have certainly found opportunities to start, become All-Pro’s, and impact games heavily. The Raiders have heavily leaned on former undrafted free agents on the roster year after year. Up […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed former first-round linebacker Jamin Davis to a one-year deal last week. The former Commanders draft pick out of Kentucky spent 2025 with the Las Vegas Raiders, appearing in two games under then-defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, who now holds the same position in Pittsburgh. The Steelers aren’t done looking at former Raiders, […]
The Las Vegas Raiders’ uniform is the greatest in the NFL (and all of sports for that matter). So, fans love showing off their colors. For our Tuesday community question this week, we asked readers how many Raiders’ jerseys to they own. Here are some of your responses: Silvercreek1965 All black… 12, 13 & 21 […]
There is some skepticism about whether the San Francisco 49ers are done adding to their defense. One of the best pass rushers in the NFL was traded this offseason. But after Maxx Crosby failed his physical, he returned to the Las Vegas Raiders. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer said he loves the idea of the 49ers […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are on summer break after ending the offseason work with their mandatory minicamp and the team won’t assemble until late July for the start of training camp. We are three things to ponder during this quiet time: Health concerns: The big health questions are whether star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby, linebacker Nakobe […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are a worldwide brand so it’s fitting that their famous cheerleading squad is going global as well. The franchise announced this week their their cheerleaders, the Raiderettes, are going to commence an ambassador program in Australia. The Raiders are the first NFL team to launch an ambassador program abroad. The goal […]