A look at each of the position groups on the Raiders’ initial roster after Tuesday’s NFL-mandated cuts. Four undrafted rookie free agents made the team.
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The Raiders cut second-year offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, taken 17th overall in the 2021 NFL draft, and traded 2019 second-round cornerback Trayvon Mullen to the Cardinals.
If the Vegas Nation crew’s attempt is correct, former first-round pick Alex Leatherwood’s name won’t appear on the Raiders’ final roster.
The Raiders concluded their first preseason under Josh McDaniels with a 23-6 win over the New England Patriots on Friday.
The Raiders are hosting the New England Patriots on Friday at Allegiant Stadium in their final preseason game.
Rhamondre Stevenson, who attended Centennial High, rushed for 606 yards as a rookie with New England last season.
With final cuts less than a week away, the Raiders face a major decision on offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood, a first-round pick in the 2021 NFL draft.
Raiders’ quarterback Derek Carr was helping a friend deal with a family matter when news of Tom Brady being rejected by Jon Gruden broke over the weekend.
The Raiders’ offense, led by Derek Carr and Davante Adams, gives a peek preview of what’s ahead with a strong showing in practice against the Patriots.
The Raiders’ value continues to skyrocket since their relocation to Las Vegas with their latest worth reported at $5.1 billion.
The Raiders are releasing veteran running back Kenyan Drake, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed Monday. He was signed to a free-agent contract last year.
The Raiders’ two joint practices this week with the New England Patriots will give the coaching staff another chance to evaluate the offensive line.
After allowing some big runs in the first two preseason games, the Raiders limited the Miami Dolphins to 37 yards on 18 carries in Saturday’s victory.
Future Hall of Fame tight end Rob Gronkowski confirmed he and Tom Brady planned to sign with the Raiders before former coach Jon Gruden decided not to pursue the star quarterback.
Alex Leatherwood started at right tackle. But it was an opportunity squandered as he struggled mightily. Nowhere more so than in pass protection.