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Something Or Nothing: Raiders Preseason Pass Rush Under DC Patrick Graham

After a thorough 34-7 defeat of the San Francisco 49ers, the Las Vegas Raiders offer promise defensively. Producing four first-half sacks of Trey Lance and two near-interceptions, the Raiders’ defense looked like gangbusters. Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham had to be proud. “I think that, somewhere between the first 5-10 plays, the opposing quarterback must go …

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Raiders Training Camp: Vegas Is Seeing Defensive Improvement

Raiders News, Raiders Training Camp / By Philip Robinson

Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler aimed at getting younger and more explosively disruptive on defense this offseason. At the conclusion of the seventh practice, there are signs his plan is working. The secondary thus far is showing significant progress throughout training camp in Henderson. Air Traffic Control At Raiders Training Camp An influx …

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Stop The Cap – Maybe Josh McDaniels Was Right About Needing A Change

Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

No one was more vocal in their support of Derek Carr when the Dave Ziegler-Josh McDaniels regime began in Las Vegas than McDaniels himself. Despite saying all the right things in front of a camera and microphone, it was painfully obvious something was not right within the Raiders organization. @YourboyQ254 Dropping Bombs about those New …

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Was Raiders HC Jon Gruden Set Up By Daniel Snyder, Roger Goodell?

Reopening The Files: Was Former Raiders HC Jon Gruden Set Up?

Jon Gruden, Raiders News / By Philip Robinson

Former Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder may have leaked the private emails of Jon Gruden. ESPN recently published an article about how it went down, even detailing the “why” of it all. While Gruden may no longer coach (or run, depending on who you ask) the Las Vegas Raiders, it’s a “case” worth revisiting.

Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Derek Carr: Did The Raiders Upgrade?

Jimmy Garoppolo Is An Upgrade Over The Raiders’ Former Quarterback

Jimmy Garoppolo / By Philip Robinson

Following the release of Derek Carr, Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels finally has an opportunity to coach his guy at quarterback again. Depending on which member of Raider Nation you ask, Jimmy Garoppolo may be the sexiest free-agent acquisition of the offseason. Here at The Raider Ramble, our staff members Phil Robinson III and Hunter …

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It All Starts With The Tackles For The Las Vegas Raiders Ahead Of Their 2023 Campaign

Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

There’s a new quarterback in town for the Las Vegas Raiders, and he needs time to find his weapons. It’s all up to Kolton Miller and the rest of the team’s tackles to keep the signal caller clean.

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Davante Adams Is The Best Overall Receiver In The NFL

Davante Adams, Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

The No. 1 wide receiver conversation begins and ends with Davante Adams. The Raiders have holes across the roster, but a promising pass-catching group, spearheaded by the star wideout, provides optimism on offense. Is Davante Adams the best route runner in the league? ???@tae15adams | @raiders pic.twitter.com/tf0vMTeuIb — NFL (@NFL) June 28, 2023 The Raiders …

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Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr headed to the Saints?

When The Raiders Crossed Derek Carr For The Last Time

Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

Derek Carr has been through NFL purgatory and back within the last nine years. From being anointed ‘the chosen one’ to becoming a familiar face looking for a fresh place, Carr has seen it all. But when the Las Vegas Raiders organization made his wife cry, they were dead to him. When the Raiders crossed …

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Raiders News: Maxx Crosby and Josh Jacobs

The 2022 NFL Season “Wasn’t Good Enough” For Raiders’ Star Maxx Crosby

Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

The Las Vegas Raiders’ “Roundtable” recently got the opportunity to sit down with Pro Bowl defensive end Maxx Crosby. As always, No. 98 shined, as he always does. He paid homage to the greats who came before him—the class act that Raider Nation has embraced. Also, he displayed a true Mamba mentality of his own by getting candid about last season.

Las Vegas Raiders 2023 Positional Breakdowns: Running Backs

Las Vegas Raiders / By Philip Robinson

The Las Vegas Raiders have a talented running back room; it isn’t all Josh Jacobs, either. From top to bottom, the unit has potential.

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