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.
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The Raiders concluded their first preseason under Josh McDaniels with a 23-6 win over the New England Patriots on Friday.
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.
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 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.
Alex Leatherwood started at right tackle. But it was an opportunity squandered as he struggled mightily. Nowhere more so than in pass protection.
Will Raiders coach Josh McDaniels use the occasion to get key players like Derek Carr, Davante Adams and Hunter Renfrow on the field for the first time this preseason?
For Carmen Bricillo, navigating around Wednesday’s injury to rookie offensive tackle Thayer Munford is just one more challenge in his new role.
The Raiders have rushed for 299 yards in two preseason games, a reflection of the emphasis they have put on developing a run game and the depth at the position.
It took incredible mental might just to keep up with who was lining up at what position as coach Josh McDaniels continued to mix and match on the offensive line.
Under Josh McDaniels, the Raiders are putting a big focus on situational football.
Matthew Butler and Neil Farrell, two Raiders rookie defensive linemen, have shown flashes of the foundational players they may become.
Jarrett Stidham, who missed the 2021 season with the Patriots after undergoing back surgery, appears to be the front-runner for the Raiders’ backup quarterback job.
New Raiders coach Josh McDaniels grew up in Canton and played at Tom Benson Stadium. The Raiders didn’t let him down, dominating the Jaguars in the Hall of Fame game.