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First domino in the Raiders’ tight end group falls amid first-overall pick frenzy

The NFL world was in awe as news broke of the Chicago Bears sending the first-overall pick to Carolina, in exchange for two first-round picks, two second rounders, and wideout D.J. Moore. While that was going on, the Las Vegas Raiders were quietly making a move themselves; re-signing tight end Jesper Horsted. When general manager …

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels. Raiders mailbag; 2023 NFL Draft

Raiders mailbag: C.J. Stroud, Jimmy Garoppolo, seventh-overall pick and tight end unit

Raiders News / By Alex Monfreda

The 2023 NFL Combine has come and gone, leaving Raider Nation with one question: Who will be QB1 for the Las Vegas Raiders moving forward? C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson left people speechless at the Combine, and NFL executives in attendance agreed Will Levis fit Josh McDaniels’ makeup as a signal caller. Perhaps one of …

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2023 NFL Draft or Raiders Free Agency? Gm Dave Ziegler has options - Darren Waller

Raider Nation wants a ‘sexy’ move at QB, but the Raiders have other ideas

Analysis / By Alex Monfreda

After nine years of Derek Carr under center, the Las Vegas Raiders are set to begin a new era. One question remains: Who will Dave Ziegler roll with at QB1? Whether it’s Aaron Rodgers, Lamar Jackson or Anthony Richardson, one thing is for sure; Raider Nation wants a ‘sexy’ move at the quarterback position this …

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Lamar Jackson receives non-exclusive franchise tag: Are the Raiders in the sweepstakes? If not, what’s the plan

Raiders News / By Alex Monfreda

The Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson, representing himself without an agent, have spent over a year negotiating a new contract. Despite the ample time to get it done, the two sides weren’t able to agree on a deal to keep the former-MVP quarterback in Baltimore. To keep Jackson around and ultimately extend their time to …

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Josh Jacobs, running back for Las Vegas Raiders

Raiders officially use franchise tag on All-Pro running back Josh Jacobs

Raiders News / By Alex Monfreda

In 2022, Las Vegas Raiders’ running back Josh Jacobs was a first-team All-Pro. In 2023, he was set to hit the free agent market – until the team put a stop to that by applying the franchise tag. When general manager Dave Ziegler took over for the Raiders in 2022, he was tasked with deciding …

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Ohio State center Luke Wypler talks Raiders' tackle Thayer Munford

Ohio State center Luke Wypler talks Raiders’ tackle Thayner Munford

Raiders News / By Alex Monfreda

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Offensive linemen take to the podium during the Combine, and Ohio State center Luke Wypler talks to me about his ex-schoolmate who now plays for the Raiders; Thayer Munford. Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud has been a Heisman finalist two years in a row. In 2021, Stroud recorded the second-highest efficiency rating in …

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CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young, Aiden O'Connell force mock drafts to adjust accordingly. What will Raiders do?

Mock Draft 1.0: Ramblers Get Together To Build A Full First-Round Mock

Las Vegas Raiders / By Alex Monfreda

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The quarterbacks, receivers and tight ends invited to the 2023 NFL Combine put on a show, making people adjust their mock drafts accordingly. Among the most impressive performers was Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud. Since the start of the Combine, fans have waited patiently to see the likes of Stroud, Anthony Richardson, Will …

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Georgia RB Kenny McIntosh talks Raiders’ RB Zamir White

Las Vegas Raiders / By Alex Monfreda

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Georgia running back Kenny McIntosh hits the podium to speak during the annual NFL Combine. The Georgia Bulldogs are the reigning back-to-back National Championship winners. Running back Kenny McIntosh played a key role in the school’s most recent championship run, finishing his 2022 campaign with 1,334 scrimmage yards and 12 total touchdowns. …

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Quentin Johnston speaks Raiders' All-Pro WR Davante Adams

TCU wideout Quentin Johnston speaks Raiders’ Davante Adams

Las Vegas Raiders / By Alex Monfreda

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Quentin Johnston hits the podium to give his thoughts on various topics, including Raiders’ All-Pro wideout Davante Adams. Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Combine welcomed quarterbacks, tight ends, and receivers. Bryce Young spoke bright and early, and eventually, TCU standout Quentin Johnston made his way to the podium. Here, Johnston answered …

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Fresno State quarterback Jake Haener talks Davante Adams, Derek Carr

Las Vegas Raiders / By Alex Monfreda

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Fresno State QB Jake Haener takes to the podium to speak with the media. Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Combine began on Friday, and quarterbacks were finally up to speak. Among the signal callers to address the media was Fresno State quarterback Jake Haener. Raiders’ All-Pro wideout Davante Adams is a …

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