Raiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell was even better than his statistics would suggest in their preseason opener Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
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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.
The favorite flipped and the line moved four points in the NFL preseason opener Thursday in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game at Canton, Ohio.
Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has a history of injuries, which means he needs his offensive line to be at its best this season.
Arguments about whether or not the Raiders should commit to running back Josh Jacobs are valid and fair, but fans shouldn’t engage with him directly on social media.
A respected betting service gave out a play on the Raiders to go under 6½ wins, and Circa Sports and the Westgate SuperBook reported sharp action on the under.
Maxx Crosby is a two-time Pro Bowl defensive end whose leadership could be the turning point for a Raiders defense that ranked 28th in the NFL last season.
After Giants running back Saquon Barkley signed a reworked franchise tag Tuesday and reported to training camp, the Raiders and Josh Jacobs should do the same.
If the Raiders ever win a Super Bowl as a Las Vegas franchise — a big if — the dynamics would be different than with the Knights or Aces.