In 18 of the last 20 NFL seasons, at least one team has ascended from worst to first in its division while countless others have dramatically reversed their fortunes.
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Rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell impressed enough in the preseason that he should be the pick over Brian Hoyer as Jimmy Garoppolo’s backup to start the season.
Several people in a position to know the details say former Raiders coach Lane Kiffin didn’t want his Ole Miss squad to play at Allegiant Stadium.
The Raiders are getting by far the best side of the deal with star running back Josh Jacobs, who returned Saturday on a one-year contract worth up to $12 million.
A closer look at the numbers reveals the Raiders may have actually taken a step forward last season despite finishing with four fewer wins and missing the playoffs.
The Raiders have had a spirited training camp, but big picture conclusions can’t be drawn until the regular season begins next month against the Denver Broncos.
Former Raiders tight end Foster Moreau, now with the Saints, is appreciating training camp and the game he loves in a different way than ever before.
Raiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell was even better than his statistics would suggest in their preseason opener Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Raiders certainly did some good things over the course of two days of joint practices with the 49ers, but the specifics are open to interpretation.
Raiders receiver Davante Adams left Friday’s practice with a minor leg injury and should not see a single snap of preseason play — along with the other established starters.
For this particular team, at this particular time, Jimmy Garoppolo’s understanding of Josh McDaniels’ offense and what the coach expects is key.
Raiders offensive tackle Brandon Parker missed the 2022 season with torn triceps in his right arm. But he’s back as one of the team’s longest-tenured players.
New Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has not had a great start to training camp. But that isn’t necessarily an indication of what’s to come. Ask the 49ers.
Second-year running back Zamir White is getting first-team carries in training camp as starter Josh Jacobs continues his holdout in a contract dispute.
Before reporting to training camp, Jermaine Eluemunor ventured across the pond to host a camp in England, where he serves as a steward of American football.