K.J. Wright | Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images Seattle Seahawks linebacker was part of Bradley’s winning culture As we prepare for free agency to start next month and usher in the Gus Bradley era as the Las Vegas Raiders’ defensive coordinator, we have discussed the prospect of former players of his — such as Richard Sherman — joining the Raiders. Sherman, who played … [Read more...] about NFL free agency 2021: Could Raiders reunite K.J. Wright with Gus Bradley?
Report: Raiders trade of Marcus Mariota may not happen
Marcus Mariota | Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Quarterback’s contract is a sticking point in potential trade talks On Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported that it was likely that Las Vegas Raiders’ backup quarterback Marcus Mariota would be traded this offseason. By Wednesday however, Rapoport said that Mariota’s trade market is “drying up … [Read more...] about Report: Raiders trade of Marcus Mariota may not happen
Thursday open thread
Jon Gruden | Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images It’s a great day to talk Raiders Free-agency legal tampering period starts in 18 days. Discuss. … [Read more...] about Thursday open thread
Raiders are reportedly ‘a dark horse contender’ for J.J. Watt
J.J. Watt | Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images This is the first time that Las Vegas has emerged as a viable option for the former Texans pass rusher For the first time since future Hall of Fame pass rusher J.J. Watt hit the open market 12 days ago after being released by the Houston Texans, the Las Vegas Raiders have been connected to him. In a radio interview on … [Read more...] about Raiders are reportedly ‘a dark horse contender’ for J.J. Watt
Silver Minings: Raiders release Tyrell Williams, who is the next salary-cut candidate?
Trent Brown | Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Trent Brown, Lamarcus Joyner, Jeff Heath, Marcus Mariota, and Jalen Richard could all be candidates for release The fact that the Las Vegas Raiders officially released wide receiver Tyrell Williams on Wednesday was no surprise at all. It was expected for months and it has been reported for weeks. The only interesting … [Read more...] about Silver Minings: Raiders release Tyrell Williams, who is the next salary-cut candidate?
Raiders offer support to super fan Tiger Woods after serious auto accident in California: ‘Our thoughts are with you’
Tiger Woods at a game in Oakland in 2014 | Photo by MediaNews Group/Contra Costa Times via Getty Images Golf superstar suffered “multiple leg injuries” in single-car crash on Tuesday morning It is a tough day for this community as famous Raiders’ fan Tiger Woods is undergoing surgery to repair multiple leg injuries suffered in an auto accident in Southern California on … [Read more...] about Raiders offer support to super fan Tiger Woods after serious auto accident in California: ‘Our thoughts are with you’
Raiders might face Khalil Mack again in 2021 if NFL implements 17-game season
Khalil Mack, Trent Brown | Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Raiders will play the Chicago Bears in extra game if league plans go ahead The NFL is leaning toward adding a 17th game in the regular season in 2021 and cutting the preseason to three games, according to the Washington Post. This is not a major surprise because the league has been planning for the extra game to … [Read more...] about Raiders might face Khalil Mack again in 2021 if NFL implements 17-game season
How the Steelers sticking with Ben Roethlisberger for 2021 season impacts the Raiders
Ben Roethlisberger | Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Raiders have a winning record against the Pittsburgh quarterback Big (Ben) NFL news broke on Tuesday afternoon as NFL Media reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers are planning to bring back quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for his 18th season. Ben Roethlisberger will indeed be back as the #Steelers … [Read more...] about How the Steelers sticking with Ben Roethlisberger for 2021 season impacts the Raiders
NFL free agency 2021: Justin Houston could be a good fit for Raiders
Justin Houston | Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images Veteran pass rusher is still making an impact — and might be a better bet than JJ Watt or Von Miller As NFL free agency approaches, we have looked at potential pass-rush fits for the Las Vegas Raiders as they need to address their biggest needs. Among those we have looked at include J.J. Watt (who has been cut by the … [Read more...] about NFL free agency 2021: Justin Houston could be a good fit for Raiders