A week ago, Sam Monson at Pro Football Focus compiled a list of the top-32 linebackers across the NFL. Surprisingly, the Las Vegas Raiders found two of their own on this list; Nick Kwiatkoski and Cory Littleton. Let’s take a closer look at Monson’s reasoning for these two. Nick Kwiatkoski Nick was a surprising pick …
A Pair Of Raiders Linebackers Getting Love In Recent Rankings Read More »
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 …
It’s difficult to look for silver linings when losing in blowout fashion. However, there was one that existed amongst the Las Vegas Raiders linebackers against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 12. In retrospect, the linebacker unit played some solid football all around. Had they not stayed on the field for 35 minutes, they would’ve garnered …
How Does Raiders Linebacker Corps Look Ahead Of Jets Game? Read More »
The free-agent class of 2020 for the Las Vegas Raiders has had mixed results and disappointment across the board. However, two players have exceeded expectations as the team hopes to bounce back against the New York Jets. Despite heavy investment by the Raiders’ front office, the roster still has many holes that need addressing next …
Who’s Standing Out From Raiders 2020 Free Agent Signings? Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders defense had the opportunity to turn in a quality performance against an inconsistent Denver Broncos offense in Week 10. They did just that on Sunday, with a blowout victory over the Broncos with a final score of 37-12. In the first eight games of the season, the Raiders surrendered an average …
Raiders: Looking back At Key Contributors In Week 10’s Win Read More »
Even though the Las Vegas Raiders heavily invested in the linebacker position, the returns have not been optimal. Was it any different against the Cleveland Browns in Week 9? The linebacker focus has been on Nick Kwiatkoski and Cory Littleton all season long, and deservedly so. These two were the Raiders’ biggest free-agent acquisitions and …
Did Raiders Linebackers Finally Have A Solid Performance Against Browns? Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders offense has carried the team to a 3-2 record while the defense is still far behind. They will have yet another test against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 7. The offense is faring well but what about the defense? By now it is no secret that quarterback Derek Carr is …
Raiders Defense Will Have Tough Test Vs Buccaneers offense Read More »
Who was the last good linebacker that played for the Las Vegas Raiders? What about the last solid one? In all honesty, the Silver and Black hadn’t paid much attention to the position in recent years. However, things changed this past offseason as they heavily invested resources in their linebacker corps. After years of signing …
LB Nick Kwiatkoski Helped Raiders Win With Outstanding Performance Read More »
Even though we’re barely in Week 4, it somehow feels like we’re already in the middle of the 2020 season. One of the reasons for that is the number of injuries we have attested. The Las Vegas Raiders are no different from other teams and have taken a toll on them. The Raiders aren’t getting …
Raiders Week 4 Inactives: LB Nick Kwiatkoski Returns To Lineup Read More »
Despite only displaying a small sample, it’s obvious the Las Vegas Raiders defense needs linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski back soon. Kwiatkoski was one of the first prized free-agent signings that the Raiders made this offseason. The linebacker almost instantly received green dot responsibilities and become the on-field leader of the Raiders defense. Due to a pectoral …
Raiders Defense Sorely Needs LB Nick Kwiatkoski Sooner Than Later Read More »
