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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza draws skepticism Tue May 5, 11:07 AM

Las Vegas Raiders first overall selection QB Fernando Mendoza lacks NFL traits, according to a coach in the ACC. The coach, whose team faced Mendoza when he was at Cal, said Mendoza's receivers helped him a lot. 'He's a good decision-maker, but I don't think he's got the NFL traits,' the coach said. 'They're all back-shoulder (throws.) That's not working in the NFL. His receivers made plays to make him look better than he is. In the NFL, those throws are getting picked off.'

Footballguys view: Safe to say the Raiders don't agree with that assessment. As noted in the Footballguys 2026 Rookie Draft Guide, Tom Brady and the rest of the Raiders' front office are committed to letting Mendoza develop behind Kirk Cousins, which could lead to early frustrations for fantasy managers. So be mindful of that when drafting this summer. Beyond that, he remains a viable dynasty asset. Footballguy Sigmund Bloom believes Mendoza's fantasy ceiling is in the Brock Purdy range if Klint Kubiak is successful at rehabilitating the Raiders offense.

Raiders | Vegas signs Jonathan Brady Mon May 4, 04:20 PM

Undrafted free-agent WR Jonathan Brady (Indiana) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Monday, May 4. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also placed WR Justin Shorter (undisclosed) on the Reserve/Injured list.

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Raiders | Patrick Gurd signed Sun May 3, 11:49 AM

Undrafted free-agent TE Patrick Gurd (Cincinnati) was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders Saturday, May 2. In a corresponding move, TE Matt Lauter was waived.

Raiders | Fernando Mendoza working under center Sun May 3, 03:02 AM

Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza said he is adjusting to the footwork that comes with playing under center. 'And with that, actually having an emphasis on those first two steps, on securing the snap and getting out of there, and being powerful with having quick feet,' Mendoza said.

Footballguys view: The Raiders have been holding a rookie minicamp. Mendoza said he "still has a long way to go" to learn how to play under center after operating mostly in shotgun formation in college. In three seasons (two at Cal and one at Indiana), Mendoza took five snaps under center. To make the transition smoother, Mendoza has conducted walk-throughs at the team hotel with the fellow rookies the night before rookie minicamp practices, taking 25 to 50 snaps under center. Mendoza isn't a lock to be the Week 1 starter, but if he's not, it won't be for lack of effort.

Raiders | Brandon Cleveland signs contract Sat May 2, 03:37 PM

Las Vegas Raiders seventh-round draft choice DT Brandon Cleveland has signed a four-year contract with the Raiders worth $4.54 million.

Raiders | Jermod McCoy on field Saturday Sat May 2, 02:37 PM

Las Vegas Raiders CB Jermod McCoy (knee) is participating in the rookie minicamp practice Saturday, May 2.

Raiders | Six undrafted players officially signed Fri May 1, 05:03 PM

Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent QB Jacob Clark (Missouri State), RB Roman Hemby (Indiana), TE Matt Lauter (Boise State), WR Chase Roberts (BYU), WR Corey Rucker (Arkansas State) and WR E.J. Williams Jr. (Indiana) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Friday, May 1. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

Raiders | Malik Benson signed Fri May 1, 04:13 PM

Las Vegas Raiders sixth-round draft choice WR Malik Benson signed a four-year contract with the Raiders Thursday, April 30. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Benson is one of the fastest receivers in this draft, and he can at least help as a go route specialist and as a punt and kick returner. With some improvement as a route runner, Benson could have a larger role in time, but he's not worth taking in the first 4-5 rounds of a dynasty rookie draft. Monitor Benson in return yardage leagues.

Raiders | Mike Washington Jr. signs contract Fri May 1, 04:13 PM

Las Vegas Raiders fourth-round draft choice RB Mike Washington Jr. signed a four-year contract with the Raiders Thursday, April 30. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Washington had the best size/speed combination at running back in this draft class, but he still fell to the fourth round, because his vision and footwork don't really harness his energy... yet. The Raiders depth chart at running back behind Ashton Jeanty lacks proven players, so with a good summer, the rookie could be one injury away from having fantasy relevance.

Raiders | Two rookies sign deals Thu Apr 30, 07:02 PM

Las Vegas Raiders fifth-round draft choice S Dalton Johnson, fifth-round draft choice CB Hezekiah Masses and third-round draft choice OG Trey Zuhn III signed four-year contracts with Raiders Thursday, April 30. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Raiders | Vegas signs Treydan Stukes Thu Apr 30, 06:39 PM

Las Vegas Raiders second-round draft choice S Treydan Stukes signed a four-year contract with the Raiders Thursday, April 30. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Raiders | Jamin Davis off roster Thu Apr 30, 04:09 PM

Las Vegas Raiders LB Jamin Davis was released Thursday, April 30.

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Raiders | Las Vegas 'optimistic' that Jermod McCoy will play in 2026 Thu Apr 30, 01:01 PM

Las Vegas Raiders CB Jermod McCoy is recovering from a torn ACL, but the team remains 'optimistic' he will be able to play in 2026, sources tell ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Raiders | Vegas invited Patrick Gurd to minicamp Mon Apr 27, 02:24 PM

Undrafted free-agent FB Patrick Gurd (Raiders) has been invited to participate in the Las Vegas Raiders rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.

Raiders | Vegas brings in Chase Roberts Mon Apr 27, 12:18 AM

BYU WR Chase Roberts signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent.

Footballguys view: Roberts was one of the older receivers in the class and one of the most productive players in BYU history. He finished his career with 2,600 receiving yards, which ranks seventh on the school's all-time list. Roberts has great size and reliable hands. He prides himself on toughness and fits the mold of a big slot who can fill a possession role. Roberts will try to make a connection with Fernando Mendoza, the number one pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Sawyer Robertson signs with LV Sun Apr 26, 02:30 PM

Baylor QB Sawyer Robertson agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, April 26, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Raiders | Vegas adding Jacob Clark Sun Apr 26, 01:29 PM

Missouri State QB Jacob Clark agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders Saturday, April 25, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Raiders | E.J. Williams headed to Vegas Sun Apr 26, 12:15 PM

Indiana WR E.J. Williams signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent Saturday, April 25, according to a source.

Raiders | Roman Hemby headed for Sin City Sat Apr 25, 07:51 PM

University of Indiana RB Roman Hemby, national champion teammate of No. 1 overall pick QB Fernando Mendoza, agreed to a deal as an undrafted free agent, his representation said Saturday, April 25.

Raiders | More on Tyree Wilson trade Sat Apr 25, 02:35 PM

Updating a previous report, Las Vegas Raiders DE Tyree Wilson was traded to the New Orleans Saints in exchange for the 150th overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Saints will also receive the 219th overall selection in the draft.

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Raiders | Vegas moves on from Tyree Wilson Sat Apr 25, 02:24 PM

Las Vegas Raiders DE Tyree Wilson was traded to the New Orleans Saints Saturday, April 25. It is not known what the Raiders will receive in return.

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Raiders | Mike Washington Jr. joining Raiders Sat Apr 25, 01:18 PM

Arkansas RB Mike Washington Jr. was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the 122nd overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Vegas drafts Treydan Stukes Fri Apr 24, 07:30 PM

Arizona S Treydan Stukes was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the 38th overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Vegas makes Fernando Mendoza the top pick Thu Apr 23, 08:08 PM

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Vegas makes Fernando Mendoza the top pick Thu Apr 23, 08:08 PM

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Germie Bernard talked with Vegas Wed Apr 15, 09:16 PM

Alabama WR Germie Bernard had a 'Top 30' visit with the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Caleb Jones meeting with Vegas Wed Apr 15, 04:35 PM

Florida DT Caleb Jones is having a 'Top 30' visit with the Las Vegas Raiders Wednesday, April 15, according to a source.

Raiders | Vegas meeting with Jack Dingle Wed Apr 15, 01:12 PM

Cincinnati LB Jack Dingle is having a 'Top 30' visit with the Las Vegas Raiders Wednesday, April 15, according to a source.

Raiders | Kamari Ramsey visits on Monday Mon Apr 13, 09:45 PM

USC S Kamari Ramsey reportedly visited today with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to a source on Monday, April 13.

Raiders | Joshua Miles was placed on retired list Mon Apr 13, 05:05 PM

Las Vegas Raiders OT Joshua Miles was placed on the Reserve/Retired list Monday, April 13.

Raiders | Vegas to meet with Christopher Johnson Mon Apr 13, 02:58 PM

San Diego State CB Christopher Johnson is scheduled to have a 'Top 30' visit with the Las Vegas Raiders before the 2026 NFL Draft, according to a source.

Raiders | Veteran QB better for Brock Bowers? Sun Apr 12, 04:30 PM

Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers might benefit more if QB Kirk Cousins wins the starting job to begin the season over presumptive No. 1 pick QB Francisco Mendoza. Cousins has excelled with multi-TE sets throughout his NFL career. 'I've always really enjoyed playing with talented tight ends because of the curveball that it throws at defenses,' Cousins said. 'I expect Brock to be as good of a curveball as I've ever played with. Can't wait to see how we can use him and to get on the grass with him. Even routes on air, I think it's going to be exciting to see a guy like that go to work.'

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Raiders | Vegas eyeing Denzel Boston? Thu Apr 9, 08:16 PM

University of Washington WR Denzel Boston 'has been connected' to the Las Vegas Raiders, according to ESPN's Matt Miller, and Miller believes the Raiders could target Boston with the No. 36 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Fernando Mendoza met with Las Vegas Tue Apr 7, 09:04 PM

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza had a 'Top-30' visit with the Las Vegas Raiders, on Tuesday, April 7. He is expected to be the first overall pick to the Raiders in the upcoming NFL draft.

Raiders | Charles Snowden inks ERFA tender Tue Apr 7, 05:02 PM

Las Vegas Raiders DE Charles Snowden has reportedly signed his one-year exclusive-rights free-agent tender, according to a source on Tuesday, April 7.

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Raiders | Jordan Meredith signs RFA tender Tue Apr 7, 04:55 PM

Las Vegas Raiders OG Jordan Meredith has reportedly signed his one-year restricted free-agent tender, according to a source on Tuesday, April 7.

Raiders | Ian Thomas re-signing with Las Vegas Tue Apr 7, 01:21 PM

Free agent TE Ian Thomas (Raiders) is re-signing with the Las Vegas Raiders on a one-year deal. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.

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Raiders | Kirk Cousins signing official Mon Apr 6, 08:13 PM

Las Vegas Raiders QB Kirk Cousins has now been officially signed by Las Vegas on Monday, April 6.

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Raiders | Will Putnam signs tender Mon Apr 6, 05:00 PM

Las Vegas Raiders exclusive rights free-agent C Will Putnam signed his one-year tender offer Monday, April 6. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Raiders | LV showing interest in Ted Hurst Sun Apr 5, 09:51 AM

Georgia State WR Ted Hurst has a 'Top 30' visit scheduled with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Overall, he is set to visit and work out with 12 different teams in advance of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Raiders | Najee Harris visits Friday Fri Apr 3, 05:02 PM

Free-agent RB Najee Harris (Chargers) has a meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders Friday, April 3.

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Raiders | Tristin McCollum signs tender Fri Apr 3, 02:13 PM

Las Vegas Raiders exclusive rights free-agent S Tristin McCollum has signed his exclusive-rights tender offer on Friday, April 3. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Raiders | Vegas eyeing Josiah Green? Thu Apr 2, 09:10 PM

Duke University DT Josiah Green is 'a name to monitor' for the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com, and Green met with the Raiders at his pro day.

Raiders | Kirk Cousins could open as starter Thu Apr 2, 08:40 PM

Las Vegas Raiders QB Kirk Cousins 'likely will be starting games' in 2026, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza schedules visit Thu Apr 2, 01:20 PM

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza is scheduled to visit the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday, April 7, ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Raiders | Kirk Cousins terms Thu Apr 2, 10:32 AM

Updating an earlier report, Las Vegas Raiders QB Kirk Cousins will land a five-year, $172 million deal with the Raiders that in reality is a one-year, fully guaranteed $20 million deal that also contains a club option for two years at $80 million. The Falcons owe him $8.7 million this season and the Raiders will pay $1.3 million. Las Vegas also agreed to pay him a fully guaranteed $10 million roster bonus on the third day of the 2027 new league year.

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Raiders | Kirk Cousins agrees with Raiders Thu Apr 2, 09:51 AM

Free-agent QB Kirk Cousins (Falcons) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Las Vegas Raiders Thursday, April 2.

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Raiders | Kirk Cousins a target for Vegas? Wed Apr 1, 08:20 PM

Free-agent QB Kirk Cousins (Falcons) is a 'prime option' for the Las Vegas Raiders, who are looking for a veteran quarterback, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com.

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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza may not start right away Tue Mar 31, 03:56 PM

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak told the media at the NFL's Annual League meeting on Tuesday, March 31, that ideally, Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza would not start Week 1 if he were drafted.

Raiders | Ben Mann works out for LV Sun Mar 29, 10:00 AM

Boston College LS Ben Mann participated in a private workout with the Las Vegas Raiders Friday, March 27, according to KPRC.com's Aaron Wilson.