The Las Vegas Raiders selected Clemson defensive end Clelin Ferrell fourth overall in the 2019 NFL Draft. At the time, this was hard to believe. Many pundits used the word ‘reach’. However, general manager Mike Mayock and head coach Jon Gruden leaned on the Clemson standout’s productivity and pedigree. After a rocky rookie season that …
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The University of Buffalo isn’t a football powerhouse, however, the Las Vegas Raiders once chose an All-Pro linebacker from there. Could EDGE defender Malcolm Koonce join that shortlist? In case you’re wondering or if you’ve chosen to forget, Khalil Mack is that prestigious player once chosen from Buffalo. Before you punch the computer or anything …
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After a gut-wrenching 26-25 loss to the Miami Dolphins, the Las Vegas Raiders have been eliminated from playoff contention once again. For the second year in a row, the Jon Gruden led squad has experienced a late-season collapse. While coaching and execution bear a fair portion of the blame, the Silver and Black have a …
Coming off a mini “Miracle at the Meadowlands”, the Las Vegas Raiders are still very much alive in the AFC playoff race. Sitting at 7-5, they are currently eighth in the conference but they can gain some ground today. They will face the 8-4 Colts, who currently hold the seventh seed, so this game will …
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The Las Vegas Raiders have put themselves in a position where they have to win out to compete for a playoff spot. As far as Sunday’s matchup, it will have to start with bringing defensive pressure on the Indianapolis Colts. By now, we should all be familiar with the morbid Raiders pass rush, and that’s …
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The Las Vegas Raiders managed to escape New York with a win thanks in part to an odd play call and a last-minute Hail Mary attempt. In a game responsible for a myriad of heart attacks, some of the positives were overshadowed by the near last-minute implosion, primarily how Clelin Ferrell managed to find his …
Raiders DE Clelin Ferrell Starting to Piece it All Together Read More »
Las Vegas Raiders defensive Clelin Ferrell and his teammates have been under fire this season thanks to substandard performances. Against the New York Jets, fans saw some promising aspects, particularly from Ferrell. The recurring theme continues to be the defense when we talk about the Raiders. Whether it’s Paul Guenther’s terrible playcalling or their defensive …
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The Las Vegas Raiders will be looking to bounce back after being embarrassed in Atlanta. The Silver & Black face off against an 0-11 New York Jets squad. This is going to be a must-win, especially since the Raiders are favored by 8.5 points. The Jets are an awful team in almost every phase of …
A potent pass-rush has eluded the 2020 Las Vegas Raiders so far, which is why the team’s front office must consider defensive lineman Rashad Weaver in next year’s draft. The Raiders defense has a grand total of 12 sacks as a unit, there are individual NFL players near that number this season. Of those sacks, …
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The Las Vegas Raiders had to throw out a poorly patched-up defensive line against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Are Covid-19 complications to be blamed or is there a legitimate cause for concern? The Silver and Black were poised for a big game against the Super Bowl champions. After all, they did defeat them …
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