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NFL Draft Rumors: Teams Feel Michael Penix Jr. is a 1st-Round Lock amid Raiders Buzz

It's been assumed for weeks that four quarterbacks were assured of being selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, but there is growing buzz that a…

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Silver Minings: Raiders rank top 10 in draft capital used on running backs, per report

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Raiders rank 9th in draft capital used since 2018, according to Warren Sharp

We’re patiently awaiting the start of the 2024 NFL Draft, which is less than a week away, and Warren Sharp dropped an interesting piece of information about how teams have approached the draft when it comes to running backs.

most draft capital used on RBs since 2018

1. Detroit Lions
2. Seattle Seahawks
3. New York Giants
4. Atlanta Falcons
5. New...

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Las Vegas Raiders visited with Missouri running back Cody Schrader before the draft

Running back isn't at the top of the Las Vegas Raiders' needs list, but it is one nonetheless. They just signed Alexander Mattison to compete with Zamir White for the starting job, and of course, the Swiss army knife that is Ameer Abdullah has re-signed this offseason, too.

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New report shines a light on how Antonio Pierce became the Las Vegas Raiders head coach

Looking back now, it seems like Antonio Pierce was always going to be the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders when the team was deciding earlier this offseason.

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The Raiders keep being linked to this quarterback in the NFL Draft

The Raiders hold the 13th pick in the NFL Draft, and they have consistently been linked to a certain quarterback.

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ESPN analyst proposes a trade for the Las Vegas Raiders to be able to move up to draft Jayden Daniels

The Las Vegas Raiders need their quarterback of the future. They can get that in this draft. It's just about where they get one and who it is. They have a chance to take one in the first round at pick No.

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Las Vegas Raiders Trending Towards This QB At No. 13

The Las Vegas Raiders own the 13th overall pick in the NFL Draft, and many are wondering if they will try to take a quarterback. The Raiders don’t seem all that committed to Aidan O’Connell under center, as evidenced by the fact that they signed Gardner Minshew in free agency.

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Raiders Draft 2024: Jeremiah Trotter Jr. isn’t flashy, but effective

Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. may not be the most athletic defender on the field, but he makes up for it with high football IQ, endless motor, and high determination to make a play. | Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Clemson linebacker can develop and be a long-time starter in the middle

The namesake and NFL pedigree is what folk will often immediately recognize with Jeremiah Trotter Jr. As the son of a Jeremiah Trotter Sr. — who carved out a...

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Should Raiders Revisit Day 3 To Add Another Quarterback?

Last year, the Las Vegas Raiders picked up Purdue’s Aidan O’Connell on Day 3 of the NFL Draft. It worked out well; should they go back to it? Who can forget when the team’s brain trust missed out on C.J.

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Jayden Daniels has a preference on where he'd like to play in the NFL

Daniels remains the favorite to be chosen second overall.

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The possibility of the Las Vegas Raiders trading up to pick No. 3 is becoming more and more real

The Las Vegas Raiders really, really need a quarterback in this draft. However, they don't need just any quarterback—they need one who can change the franchise's future and make them an immediate playoff team.

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Raiders 2024 draft: Is Jacob Johanning a fit?

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Small-school offensive line is talking to Las Vegas

Among the draft prospects the Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly having a pre-draft visit with Furman offensive lineman Jacob Johanning.

Let’s take a closer look at Johanning:

Size:

6-3, 290 pounds.

College highlights:

He was voted as the Southern Conference top offensive lineman in 2023 and he was all-conference in 2022. He was a team captain.
How he’d fit in with Raiders:

He is...

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Robert Spillane On Same Page With Antonio Pierce, Embracing Leadership Role

If there’s one thing that Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce values as much as anything, it’s leadership. Thankfully, his defense has plenty of it—we know about Maxx Crosby, but the linebacker group’s leader isn’t far behind.

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Las Vegas Raiders' best day two fit in the 2024 NFL Draft would be a steal

The Las Vegas Raiders are entering draft week with a few things to check off the list by next week. They have to grab a quarterback, and that's pretty obvious, but the way things are now trending, they may just take one at pick No.

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Raiders history: Fighting through the pain of toughest defeats

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Fans deal with the pain, knowing good times to come

Last week, in our Tuesday Community Question, we asked fans what was their favorite win in the history of the Raiders.

Of course, there were great memories of three Super Bowl victories and more. It was a fun moment of celebration.

Well, this week, we had to rip off the band aid and talk about the flipside of fandom. Yes, the worst losses in...

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Raiders draft 2024: Is Trey Taylor a fit?

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The Raiders are interested in Air Force safety

Among the players Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly having a pre-draft visit with is Air Force safety Trey Taylor.

Let’s take a closer look at Taylor:

Updated list of #Raiders Official 30 Visits:

- QB Jordan Travis, Florida State
- QB Bo Nix, Oregon
- QB Michael Penix, Washington
- QB Michael Hiers, Samford
- WR Brenden Rice, USC
- OT Jake Johanning, Furman
- IOL Garrett...

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Value vs. Need: Assessing Which Route The Raiders Should Pencil In

The Las Vegas Raiders and general manager Tom Telesco find themselves in a tough spot with the NFL Draft less than a week away. Do they address a glaring need or go with the “safest” value?

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Analyst insists that the Raiders like this divisive quarterback prospect

The Las Vegas Raiders are seemingly always a draft wild card. For better and worse.

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Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby already has a plan for his and Christian Wilkins' offseason

The offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders got exciting when they decided to bring back head coach Antonio Pierce. It got crazy when they decided to sign Christian Wilkins.

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Silver Minings: Another reason to like Michael Penix

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Washington quarterback may be the right guy

Washington quarterback Michael Penix had a great 2023 season and he has followed it up with a strong draft season as he excelled at the NFL Combine and at his pro day.

Yet, the speculation of his draft startus has been all over the place.

Despite his great season, Penix entered the draft season not considered a top prospect. Yet, after his pro day, Penix’s arrow seems to be rising.

He...

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