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Raiders GM Dave Ziegler Revisits the Patriots’ Pipeline, Trades For Justin Herron

Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler isn’t resting on his laurels; he’s just bolstered the tackle position. Foregoing any of the “big-name” options available via free agency, he opted to revisit the New England Patriots’ pipeline. This time they acquired Justin Herron, likely in the hopes of developing him into a quality rotational piece. …

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Raiders Legend Jim Plunkett Once Again Missed Out On Pro Football Hall of Fame

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

The Pro Football Hall of Fame recently released their list of 129 Modern-Era nominees for next year’s class. Regrettably, Las Vegas Raiders legend Jim Plunkett was once again egregiously left off their list. One of the most important players in the organization’s history continues to be overlooked by the Hall of Fame. The case for …

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Derek Carr: Raiders QB “Played Great” Says OC Mick Lombardi

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has come under heavy criticism just two weeks into the season. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith already called out the signal-caller this week. You also have the media, fans, and analysts going at it over the notion of whether Carr shares blame for the 0-2 start. Well, if you ask …

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Raiders CB Amik Robertson Cracks PFF’s List Of Most Surprising Performances

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

In what some might call a breakout performance, Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Amik Robertson continues to make headlines. Most recently, Marcus Mosher of Pro Football Focus listed Robertson as one of this week’s most surprising performances. Maybe “breakout” is a bit of a stretch considering it was only one game. The fact is, though, Robertson …

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Raiders CB Amik Robertson Recalls 1st Career INT vs. Cardinals

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

Once an afterthought, Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Amik Robertson has seen his career take a giant leap forward under new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. On Sunday, Robertson got an interception off of Arizona Cardinals star signal-caller Kyler Murray. The former Louisiana Tech product shared more insight into the play and his thoughts regarding Sunday’s action. …

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NFL News: Raiders Are Most Disappointing Team Says ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

The Las Vegas Raiders are off to a rough start. You could even describe it as disappointing when you take into account the expectations placed on them by fans and the media. One person that didn’t mince words recently was ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, who is no stranger to riling Raider Nation’s feathers. Let’s take …

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No Update On Raiders WR Hunter Renfrow Following Big Hit By College Teammate Isaiah Simmons

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

To say it’s been a rough start to the 2022 NFL season for Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow would be putting it nicely. The former Clemson product has been the victim of ball security issues in back-to-back weeks. Additionally, to make matters worse, speaking of Clemson, his former teammate, Isaiah Simmons, landed a …

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Davante Adams: Raiders WR Breaks Silence Today Via Instagram

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

The Las Vegas Raiders are reeling from a demoralizing loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Star wide receiver Davante Adams had members of his family on site at Allegiant Stadium where they were treated to an epic collapse. Following the loss, Adams left the locker room without speaking to the press, leaving social media …

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Give Credit Where It’s Due, Cardinals Didn’t Fold Against The Raiders In Week 2

Las Vegas Raiders / By Mario Tovar

It was a tough loss for Las Vegas Raiders fans to stomach. The Arizona Cardinals were shut out at halftime by the Silver and Black, as the Raiders’ offense efficiently dropped 20 in the first half. Even so, whether Raider Nation wants to admit it or not, Kliff Kingsbury’s team fought until the final whistle. …

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Raiders HC Josh McDaniels On Derek Carr, Entire Offense: We Have To Protect The Ball

Raiders News / By Mario Tovar

One thing that needs to be addressed as the Las Vegas Raiders look to bounce back from a tough Week 1 loss is the turnovers. While speaking with J.T. Brick on the team’s YouTube channel, head coach Josh McDaniels spoke candidly about what his squad needs to clean up as they host the Arizona Cardinals …

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