Christian Wilkins, released Thursday by the Raiders, adds to a growing list of major free-agent signings who have not lived up to expectations for the team.
Adam Hill
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After serving as sports editor of both the Silverado Star and UNLV Rebel Yell, the Detroit native remained in Las Vegas and embarked on his professional journalism career at the Review-Journal in 2002. He has covered MMA, prep sports, Raiders and Golden Knights while helping coordinate digital coverage for nearly every major sporting event to come through the valley.
The Raiders’ first-round pick out of Boise State shed some pounds ahead of his first NFL season in the hopes it would help the running back improve his speed.
Raiders star Maxx Crosby wasn’t about to let new teammate Jamal Adams forget a game between the two in the Texas state high school playoffs at Cowboys Stadium.
Raiders running back Sincere McCormick appeared on the verge of a breakout before an injury ended his 2024 season. Now, he’s expected to play behind rookie Ashton Jeanty.
Manny Pacquiao didn’t get the belt he wanted to win after settling for a draw in his return from retirement Saturday at MGM Grand Garden Arena, but he did enough to commit to another fight in the future.
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty left a mark on the Boise State football program. The Broncos’ coach and leaders believe he will do the same in the NFL.
The Raiders are making a change in their radio announcing team this season, hiring former linebacker Kirk Morrison to be their new analyst.
The Raiders are expecting some of their veteran linebacker additions to pan out, giving them a stable group between their exceptional line and inexperienced secondary.
Mountain West coaches, players and officials are all adjusting to the new landscape of college football, which means adaptability will be key moving forward.
The Raiders have a mix of youth and health concerns behind star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, but have the talent and depth to be the strength of the defense.
A lawsuit filed by the Pac-12 against the Mountain West over approximately $150 million in exit and poaching fees is headed to court, according to a document filed.
Brock Bowers is looking to build off the best rookie season of any tight end in NFL history, but the Raiders need more players at the position to contribute.
The Raiders waived one of their quarterbacks with training camp a little more than a week away. They still have three on their roster.
Ryan Reaves now plays for the San Jose Sharks, a bitter rival when he played for the Golden Knights and feuded specifically with Evander Kane.
The Raiders tried a quick fix to one of the worst rushing attacks in the league by drafting a generational talent at running back.