One of the Raiders’ biggest stars, coming off two huge years, has received a restructured contract that includes a $6 million raise for this season.
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Special teams coordinator Tom McMahon has been hard at work trying to figure out the best way to approach kickoffs this year given the NFL’s new rule changes.
The death of Raiders icon Jim Otto created a wave of emotions for fans. It also served as a reminder of how good the franchise has had it at center.
The second annual Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend in November will be capped off with a Raiders game.
BetMGM will lose mid six figures if the Raiders, 18-1 long shots, win their first division title since 2002. The Kansas City Chiefs are -275 to win the AFC West.
Raiders coach Jon Gruden has been one of the most profitable coaches for NFL preseason bettors since 2005, going 19-8-2 against the spread.
Pro bettor Jeff Whitelaw has four plays for Saturday, including the Raiders, who are 2½-point favorites against Seattle at Allegiant Stadium.
Pro bettors account for most of the exhibition action, which explains why the preseason limits at sportsbooks are one-tenth of what they are during the regular season.
Quarterbacks are one of the biggest keys to cashing tickets in the NFL preseason. In general, it’s wise to back teams with quarterback competitions.