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/Sports/NFL/Oakland Raiders/ Last Updated: Sun, May 11th, 2025 @ 10:35am EDT

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Raiders' plan to make rookie switch positions is already looking good based on his minicamp performance

Position switches happen all the time in the NFL. Sometimes, guys come in from college, and a certain NFL team thinks that player would be better suited to play a different position, whereas in college, he may have been forced to play something else because the team so desperately needed it.

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Ashton Jeanty: ‘New brotherhood’ forming at Raiders rookie minicamp

The Las Vegas Raiders took the field Friday to start this weekend’s rookie minicamp, as the coaching staff got their first look at the newest additions to their organization.

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Matt Holder

Silver Minings: Jeanty, Bech, rookies weigh-in on first practice with Carroll

Ashton Jeanty | fPhoto by Candice Ward/Getty Images

The 2025 draft class spoke to the media after their first NFL practices and practices under Carroll during rookie minicamp

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2025 NFL Draft class got their collective feet wet in the NFL over the weekend, participating in their first practices as professionals during the Raiders’ rookie minicamp.

Las Vegas’ first four selections: running back Ashton Jeanty, wide receiver Jack Bech, cornerback Darien Porter...

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Bill Williamson

Can you guess this Raiders lineman in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Raiders player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

Hey Raiders fans! We’re back for another day of the Silver & Black Pride in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in the Google Form.

Today’s Silver & Black Pride in-5 game

If you can’t see the game due to Apple News or another...

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Las Vegas Raiders are giving a veteran player who was with the former regime a chance to make the team

A few years ago, the Las Vegas Raiders tried to give a guy who was once one of the best at what he did in the league another chance. It's not that he was a bad guy who needed a second chance because of his off-field actions.

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Las Vegas Raiders players are already getting the Pete Carroll experience firsthand at rookie minicamp

When you start doing a list of the best players coaches in the NFL, there is no way you can leave off Pete Carroll, the Las Vegas Raiders' new head coach.

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Raiders All-Time Passing Leader Derek Carr Hangs It Up

After a polarizing career filled with many highs and lows, all-time passing leader for the Las Vegas Raiders, Derek Carr, is hanging it up. On May 10, 2025, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr declared his NFL retirement.

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Matt Holder

Mailbag: What grade do Spytek & Carroll deserve?

John Spytek, Pete Carroll | Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images

Returning Raider Nation’s questions for the week

The offseason is officially winding down as free agency is in the books (for the most part), the 2025 NFL Draft was two weeks ago, and the Las Vegas Raiders are beginning their minicamps and OTAs this weekend. So, this week’s mailbag will focus on putting a bow on new general manager John Spytek’s and new head coach Pete Carroll’s first offseason in Las Vegas.

Q: How...

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Ray Aspuria

Raiders 2025: How the rule changes affect Daniel Carlson, special teams unit

With the NFL moving the touchback spot to the 35-yard line in hopes of generating more action on kickoff returns, Las Vegas Raiders placekicker Daniel Carlson needs to be more tactical with his approach this coming season. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NFL makes touchback spot the 35-yard line in hopes of promoting more action in kickoff return game

Continued consistency and breaking a long drought.

That’s what’s on the line for the Las Vegas Raiders regarding the NFL’s 2025...

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Oddsmakers predict big rookie season for Ashton Jeanty

New Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is expected to revolutionize the way the modern NFL sees the running game. While that sounds like hyperbole, many are excited to see the most hyped running back prospect since Saquon Barkley take the NFL field for the first time.

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Marcus Johnson

Breaking News: Derek Carr retires from the NFL

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Former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is calling it quits after 11 seasons in the NFL

Former Las Vegas Raiders Derek Carr was expected to have his third season as a starter for the New Orleans Saints. However, that all changed Saturday morning with Carr deciding to retire from the NFL after 11 seasons.

Carr had a torn labrum in his shoulder that aggravated when he started to prepare for next season. The injury would have required surgery,...

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Three Raiders entering prove-it years in 2025

This season is shaping up to be a crucial one for the Las Vegas Raiders. With new head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Spytek leading the way, the Raiders have expectations of progress coming off of a miserable 4-13 campaign a year ago.

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Marcus Johnson

Silver Minings: Jaylon Smith is participating in Raiders mini-camp

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Linebacker Jaylon Smith is getting another shot with the Las Vegas Raiders having a try out at rookie mini-camp

The Las Vegas Raiders are starting their annual rookie mini-camp after drafting 11 players. Raider Nation was excited to see the young players in action, especially Ashton Jeanty for the first time.

Rookie mini-camp can also become an opportunity for other players to try out for the football team. The Raiders want to keep adding bodies for...

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Bill Williamson

Your daily Raiders trivia game, Saturday edition

Think you can figure out which Raiders player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

Hey Raiders fans! We’re back for another day of the Silver & Black Pride in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in the Google Form.

Today’s Silver & Black Pride in-5 game

If you can’t see the game due to Apple News or another service, click...

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Former Pro Bowl linebacker attempting comeback with Raiders

Hunter Renfrow might have decided against a reunion with the Las Vegas Raiders, but another familiar face could resurface in the NFL with the team. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Raiders are hosting former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith at their minicamp this weekend on a tryout basis.

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An Absolute Legend Showed Up To Raiders Practice Today

When Pete Carroll was hired as the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, we knew that he would be bringing his energy and deep connections with him.

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Georgia Bulldogs legend Brock Bowers shows his dedication off the field during return to Athens

Las Vegas Raiders tight end and Georgia Bulldogs legend Brock Bowers has officially graduated from the University of Georgia, earning a finance degree

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Raiders Sign Fourth-Round WR Dont’e Thornton Jr

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Friday that they’ve signed fourth-round WR Dont’e Thornton Jr to a rookie deal.  Thornton, 22, was a two-year starter at Tennessee and transferred to the Volunteers after spending two years at Oregon.

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Ray Aspuria

Raiders 2025: Fullback making a return?

New Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, seen here with Ohio State in 2024, doesn’t have a history of using a fullback in his offenses. Perhaps that changes this coming season? | Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images

Undrafted free agent Pat Conroy provides glimmer a traditional lead blocker in backfield on horizon for Las Vegas

As one of the final bastions of the traditional fullback position, the Las Vegas Raiders broke a 40-year cycle in 2024 by not deploying a...

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Ashton Jeanty Contract Makes Him One Of The Highest Paid RBs In The NFL

The Las Vegas Raiders made Ashton Jeanty the highest drafted running back since Saquon Barkley when they selected him with the 6th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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