The Raiders are in a strong position at the bye week, but that doesn’t mean everything is great. Issues with the offensive line, the run game and injuries are a cause of concern.
Vincent Bonsignore
Vinny has covered the Raiders extensively in the past, breaking news on their eventual move to Las Vegas and their thwarted return to Los Angeles. Before joining the Review-Journal, he covered the Rams for The Athletic and the Los Angeles Daily News.
The Raiders are on their bye week, and as they sit atop the AFC standings, their fans have plenty of questions.
Improved play by the defense, stellar performances by Derek Carr and meaningful contributions from several young players have fueled the Raiders’ 5-2 start.
Raiders owner Mark Davis on Wednesday acknowledged that the team has reached a contract settlement with former coach Jon Gruden and revealed what prompted the sudden departure of three front-office executives in July.
Yannick Ngakoue is the AFC Defensive Player of the Week after big performance against the Eagles
The Raiders on Tuesday released veteran wide receiver Willie Snead, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
The Raiders’ two-game win streak since Jon Gruden’s resignation has allowed Rich Bisaccia and Derek Carr to take center stage.
Derek Carr completed 21 of his first 22 passes to help the Raiders roll over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium.
Darren Waller is inactive for the Raiders and will not play on Sunday against the Eagles
A look at the top storylines around the NFL in Week 7.
Raiders running back Josh Jacobs is finally feeling great physically, and that could bode well for a strong second half to the season for him and Kenyan Drake.
The combination of Alex Leatherwood’s rookie struggles at right tackle and the Raiders’ need to improve the interior of their line raised the necessity of moving him to right guard.
If the Raiders make the playoffs, it makes little sense for owner Mark Davis to pay off an entire coaching staff and bring in a new one to completely start over. Long way to go, though.
Interim coach Rich Bisaccia knows the Raiders’ inability to successfully manage the good times has led to two straight collapses during the second half of the season.
Desmond Trufant, a nine-year veteran, is signing with the Raiders to add depth to an injury-riddled position.