The Raiders have self-destructed over the second half of their schedule the last two years. Avoiding a repeat will mean dealing with a difficult late-season schedule.
Vincent Bonsignore
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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 will open against the Baltimore Ravens at Allegiant Stadium on Monday Night Football. They also will visit Dallas to play the Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day.
Re-signing WR Nelson Agholor and possible trading the No. 17 pick for Vikings DE Danielle Hunter are mentioned as possibilities.
Dak Prescott’s new contract reset the market for NFL quarterbacks, including in Las Vegas where Derek Carr’s in line for a contract extension.
What that ultimately means for a defense that surrendered the third-most points in the NFL and let the Raiders down time and again in big moments remains to be seen.
The matchup between Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow and Colts cornerback Kenny Moore is one of three that will be key in Sunday’s pivotal AFC showdown at Allegiant Stadium.
As the Raiders march toward the postseason, a number of elements are breaking their way in their quest.
The Raiders linebackers were among the worst in pass-coverage last year. That should change with the addition of Cory Littleton.
Raiders running back Josh Jacobs said his rookie season didn’t accomplish the goals he set for himself — and that could be a problem for NFL.
Raiders coach Jon Gruden offered no details, but star running back Josh Jacobs and right tackle Trent Brown were not on the field during the Raiders’ morning practice Wednesday.
After reluctantly moving to tight end, Todd Christensen put together a Raiders career that is Hall of Fame worthy.
The Raiders made some big moves in free agency and the draft to upgrade their offense, and in doing so their offense has a chance to go to another level.
The Raiders are close to signing nine-year veteran cornerback Prince Amukamara, who would compete for a starting job opposite Trayvon Mullen.
If the coronavirus crisis were to delay the completion of Allegiant Stadium, the Raiders have contingency plans that could include finding a temporary place to play.
The NFL on Wednesday voted to approve a waiver of the league’s $350 million debt ceiling, allowing the Raiders to finance their $378 million relocation fee as a loan.
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