Luke Getsy | Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports Raiders were before average in short-yardage situations The Las Vegas Raiders have not been a great short-yardage team in recent seasons. Whether it was near the goal line or late-down situations, the Raiders have struggled some on short yardage plays. According to a recent tweet by NFL analyst Dov Kleiman, the Raiders’ … [Read more...] about Silver Minings: 3rd and short needs to be focus
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Raiders roster 2024: Alexander Mattison ready to work with Zamir White
Alexander Mattison against the Raiders last December | Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports It’s a new-look backfield for Las Vegas With former standout running back Josh Jacobs gone, the focal point of the Las Vegas Raiders’ running game will be third-year player Zamir White, who is entering his first season as the starter. But White is not alone as the Raiders’ move … [Read more...] about Raiders roster 2024: Alexander Mattison ready to work with Zamir White
Favorite all-time Raider: No wrong answers
Snake and Freddie B. So many great choices over the years It’s no secret that I love Raiders’ history. I’ve stated any times in the past that it’s my favorite aspect of covering this team and I take great pride and responsibility in help preserve, promote and keep alive the great, rich history of this franchise. I will never stop doing that. So, it’s always a blast to … [Read more...] about Favorite all-time Raider: No wrong answers
Ranking AFC West tight ends: Are Michael Mayer and Brock Bowers ready to take over the division?
Michael Mayer | Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images Position group certainly has a ton of potential in Las Vegas. Tight end is one of the most intriguing positions on the Las Vegas Raiders’ roster heading into the 2024 season. Between second-year pro Michael Mayer and rookie first-round pick Brock Bowers, the Raiders certainly have plenty of talent at tight end, but … [Read more...] about Ranking AFC West tight ends: Are Michael Mayer and Brock Bowers ready to take over the division?
Raiders News: Howie Long Calls Maxx Crosby ‘Most Disruptive Lineman In Football’
Without a doubt, the leader and standard-bearer for the Las Vegas Raiders is defensive end Maxx Crosby. The star lineman is a three-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro and finished fourth in Defensive Player of the Year voting in 2023. The Raiders have had their share of defensive stars throughout the years, and one of the best is Howie Long. Long spent the entirety of his Hall … [Read more...] about Raiders News: Howie Long Calls Maxx Crosby ‘Most Disruptive Lineman In Football’