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Mock Mania: Primetime Cornerback Top Pick In Las Vegas Raiders’ 7-Round Draft
The NFL Draft is here, so which route should the Las Vegas Raiders general manager take? It sounds like there could be a lockdown corner at 13.
The NFL Draft is here, so which route should the Las Vegas Raiders general manager take? It sounds like there could be a lockdown corner at 13.
It’s finally upon us: the 2024 NFL Draft.
I’m sure you’ve got draft fatigue already, but if you’ll indulge me and the Raider Ramble, here’s my take on the mock draft exercise.
Things are going to be interesting over the course of three days, and the Las…
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Raiders Draft: The Legend of "Tommy T" Begins Thursday
The legend of new Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco begins on Thursday—we'll know soon enough if he was the correct hire, right?
Whether you are good with Tom Telesco as the Las Vegas Raiders general manager or you despise the fact that the Silver and Black hired the ex-Los Angeles Chargers GM, you’ll get more evidence to support your opinion this week.
The 2024 edition of the NFL Draft is upon us, and the legend of Tommy T begins Thursday with Day 1—the first round. With more success in the early rounds during his days as…
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Michael Penix Jr. Might Be Raiders' Choice, But Buyer's Beware
There are signs pointing to the Raiders going after Michael Penix Jr.; if he's your guy, get him. Still, there are some red flags to be raised.
There are signs pointing to the Las Vegas Raiders going after Washington’s Michael Penix Jr.; if he’s your guy, get him. However, it’s important to be cautious.
General manager Tom Telesco has already made it clear that all options are on the table. In fact, he’s publicly stated that the Raiders will be aggressive in their draft day approach—it all just depends on how the chips fall on Thursday.…
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Raiders GM Tom Telesco Keeping Everything Close To The Vest Ahead Of Draft Day
Addressing the media prior to the NFL Draft this week, Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco said a lot without really saying much.
Addressing the media prior to the NFL Draft this week, Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco said a lot without really saying much. This isn’t the man’s first rodeo.
While speaking to the media this week in a pre-draft presser, Telesco “elaborated” on the team’s plans for the upcoming event. The biggest takeaway from it all was the possibility of a trade. Raider Nation is clamoring for a…
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Turns Out Bill Belichick Would've Been In Play For Raiders Owner Mark Davis
Maybe the "Patriot Way" wasn't quite done with the Las Vegas Raiders—it turns out that Bill Belichick might've been in play after all.
Maybe the “Patriot Way” wasn’t quite done with the Las Vegas Raiders—it turns out that Bill Belichick might’ve been in play after all.
Raiders owner Mark Davis always gets his guy; that much is true. Whether it was Jon Gruden, Josh McDaniels, or, more recently, Antonio Pierce, the difference with the latter was that the locker room was literally imploring Davis to retain him. Well, he did just…
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Jayden Daniels On Raiders Drafting Him: "That's Above My Pay Grade"
Jayden Daniels recently spoke on all of the Raiders talk; unsurprisingly, not too much was revealed on the Nightcap Show.
Jayden Daniels recently discussed Antonio Pierce and the Las Vegas Raiders, but surprisingly, he didn’t reveal much on the Nightcap Show with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson. Then again, what can he really say?
Actions carry more weight than words, and this is particularly evident during the NFL draft season. For all intents and purposes, Daniels can’t come out and say he wants to be a Raider.…
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NFL Mock Drafts Around The Internet Have Interesting Choices For The Raiders
Now that we're just days away from the NFL draft, let's round up a couple of interesting choices for the Las Vegas Raiders from around the internet. In particular, ESPN and Pro Football Focus made some notable predictions.
Now that we’re just days away from the NFL draft, let’s round up a couple of interesting choices for the Las Vegas Raiders from around the internet. In particular, ESPN and Pro Football Focus made some notable predictions.
In the last few days, we’ve seen some interesting things come to light. Obviously, none of it came from the Raiders themselves—mostly media talk and conjecture. The notion that…
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Raiders Going All In On Jayden Daniels, Or Is It All "Smoke"?
All of the trending talk regarding Jayden Daniels has him linked to the Raiders, but is it all just "smoke" or is something on the horizon?
All of the trending talk regarding Jayden Daniels has him linked to the Las Vegas Raiders, but is it all just “smoke” or is something on the horizon?
Things have gotten interesting with regard to the Raiders and a potential move to acquire Daniels next week. Daniels has a well-known history with Raiders head coach Antonio Brown. In case you forgot, the Heisman winner was in attendance in the…
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Should Raiders Revisit Day 3 To Add Another Quarterback?
Last year, the Las Vegas Raiders picked up Purdue’s Aidan O’Connell on Day 3 of the NFL Draft. It worked out well; should they go back to it?
Who can forget when the team’s brain trust missed out on C.J. Stroud? He was without question the best rookie signal-caller from that class, after all. However, in O’Connell’s defense, he was arguably in contention for the second-best quarterback from the…
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Robert Spillane On Same Page With Antonio Pierce, Embracing Leadership Role
If there's one thing that Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce values as much as anything, it's leadership. Thankfully, his defense has plenty of it—we know about Maxx Crosby, but the linebacker group's leader isn't far behind.
If there’s one thing that Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce values as much as anything, it’s leadership. Thankfully, his defense has plenty of it—we know about Maxx Crosby, but the linebacker group’s leader isn’t far behind. You know the name: Robert Spillane.
Spillane, once an afterthought in terms of being a free agent signing last year, turned out to be a revelation. In fact, the…
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Value vs. Need: Assessing Which Route The Raiders Should Pencil In
The Raiders are in a tough spot with the NFL Draft less than a week away. Do they address a glaring need or go with the "safest" value?
The Las Vegas Raiders and general manager Tom Telesco find themselves in a tough spot with the NFL Draft less than a week away. Do they address a glaring need or go with the “safest” value?
The Raiders’ issue has several layers—specifically the quarterback position and how this new brain trust sees it. Drafting a signal-caller in the first couple of rounds doesn’t make sense if Aidan O’Connell is…
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Hear Me Out: Pairing Raiders WR Davante Adams And Rome Odunze?
Many folks find the idea of drafting a wideout at No. 13 to be outlandish, but what if you could land Rome Odunze to pair with Davante Adams while still drafting Michael Penix Jr.?
Many Las Vegas Raiders fans find the idea of drafting a wideout at No. 13 to be outlandish, but what if you could land Rome Odunze to pair with Davante Adams while still drafting Michael Penix Jr.?
Yeah, that sounds pretty sweet.
Save the “this isn’t Madden” comments—we’ve heard it all before. Why is this different? Well, because sticking at No. 13 and then trading back into the first round is…
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Raiders Dilemma: Go All In And Trade Up Or Stick With AOC One More Year?
It's pretty simple once you look at the big picture, if you're Raiders GM Tom Telesco: do you trade up or stick with Aidan O' Connell one more year?
It’s pretty simple once you look at the big picture, if you’re Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco: do you trade up (mortgaging the future in the process) or stick with Aidan O’Connell one more year?
When looking at the AFC West landscape, the Raiders are probably a step above the Denver Broncos in terms of the quarterback dilemma. However, ahead of them, the Kansas City Chiefs and Los…
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Raiders GM Tom Telesco Cannot Afford To "Patch Up" Right Tackle Spot
For far too long, the Raiders have often relied on patching up the right tackle spot. Can you name the last franchise right tackle? My point exactly.
For far too long, the Las Vegas Raiders have often relied on patching up the right tackle spot. Can you name the last franchise right tackle? My point exactly.
This isn’t a knock on Thayer Munford, not at all. However, there shouldn’t be a plausible scenario where he’s your everyday starter.
The truth is, general manager Tom Telesco and Co. must prioritize the right tackle spot regardless of what…
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Raiders 2-Round Mock Draft: A Game-Changing Defensive Back? Yes Please
If the Raiders stay put at No. 13, maybe drafting one of the best defensive backs in this year's class wouldn't be such a bad outcome.
What the Las Vegas Raiders will end up doing on draft day is truly anyone’s guess. Raider Nation can at least take some comfort in knowing that general manager Tom Telesco has a notable track record with this event.
There’s been tons of conjecture and hearsay about the Raiders and the route they’ll take. Let’s face it: Raider Nation likes to get itself excited, only to experience the grim reality…
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With New Raiders DT Christian Wilkins On Board, Maxx Crosby Is All About The Action
With new defensive tackle Christian Wilkins ready to go to work, Raiders star Maxx Crosby is itching for the action to commence.
Las Vegas Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby has seen it all in his tenure—the hype, the downfalls, the coaching changes, and the countless dramas associated with the Silver and Black. Still, this season is different—he’s got himself a true partner that could change everything.
With voluntary workouts taking place this week, you can say football is back (sort of). As for Crosby, it’s another…
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Spencer Rattler In Day 2 Would Be An Intriguing Outcome For The Raiders
Day 2 of the NFL Draft could be an intriguing event for the Las Vegas Raiders; maybe Spencer Rattler could be the answer at quarterback, in theory. That's assuming neither Michael Penix Jr. nor Bo Nix are of interest to Tom Telesco. This could get interesting.
Day 2 of the NFL Draft could be an intriguing event for the Las Vegas Raiders; maybe Spencer Rattler could be the answer at quarterback, in theory. That’s assuming neither Michael Penix Jr. nor Bo Nix are of interest to Tom Telesco. This could get interesting.
Between now and the start of the draft, we’re going to hear a lot of conjecture—it’s that time of the year, like it or not. However, we…
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