Cousins Accepts Mentor Role for Raiders Top Pick
#NFL #RaidersKirk Cousins joins the Raiders knowing they may draft QB Fernando Mendoza first overall. He supports starting the best player, even if it's not him, and is ready to mentor. Cousins reunites with coach Klint Kubiak. read more
Former Raiders All-Pro Barret Robbins Dies at 52
#NFL #RaidersFormer Raiders center Barret Robbins has died at age 52. The 2002 Pro Bowler played nine seasons for the team. His pre-Super Bowl disappearance in 2003 was notable. Post-NFL life included legal troubles. Teammates shared condolences. read more
Raiders Trade for Bills CB Taron Johnson
#NFLTrades #RaidersThe Las Vegas Raiders trade for Buffalo Bills veteran cornerback Taron Johnson, sending a sixth-round pick and receiving a seventh. The move addresses a key need in the Raiders' secondary following a defensive philosophy shift in Buffalo. read more
Raiders Release Geno Smith After Disastrous Season
#Raiders #NFLDraftThe Las Vegas Raiders are releasing QB Geno Smith, creating cap space despite a large dead-money hit. His 2025 season was marked by interceptions and sacks. The move follows a 3-14 season, positioning the Raiders to draft his likely replacement, Fernando Mendoza. read more
Raiders Zero In on Mendoza for Top Pick
#NFLDraft #RaidersThe 2026 NFL draft evaluation intensifies with the combine. Analysts widely expect the Raiders to select quarterback Fernando Mendoza first overall. He is considered the class's top QB, though Ohio State's Arvell Reese is viewed as the best overall prospect. read more
Raiders Hire Janocko to Revive Struggling Offense
#Raiders #NFLHiresThe Las Vegas Raiders hire Andrew Janocko as offensive coordinator, reuniting him with head coach Klint Kubiak. They aim to revive the league-worst 2025 offense and develop the expected top draft pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza. read more
Raiders Promote Rob Leonard to Defensive Coordinator
#Raiders #NFLNewsThe Las Vegas Raiders are promoting Rob Leonard from defensive line coach to defensive coordinator. The team retains Joe Woods as pass game coordinator. This follows a 2025 season where the defense struggled overall but was strong against the run. read more
Raiders Hire Super Bowl-Winning OC Kubiak as Head Coach
#Raiders #KlintKubiakThe Raiders hired Super Bowl-winning offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as head coach to maximize young talent like Bowers and Jeanty. The move aims to revitalize a struggling offense and marks a key step in the team's rebuilding efforts under GM Spytek and advisor Tom Brady. read more
Super Bowl Winner Kubiak Takes Raiders Reins
#NFLHiring #RaidersKlint Kubiak confirms he is leaving the Seattle Seahawks after their Super Bowl win to become the Las Vegas Raiders' new head coach. He expressed excitement about the role, taking over a team that finished 3-14 last season. read more