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Las Vegas Raiders running back Peyton Barber (31) carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Carr throws for 382 yards, Raiders top Steelers 26-17

By Will Graves Sep. 19, 2021 04:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this uesday, June 15, 2021 file photo, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Yannick Ngakoue takes part in a drill during an NFL football practice in Henderson, Nev. The Raiders bolstered the pass rush with the addition of edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue and defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson and added help in the secondary in veteran cornerback Casey Hayward and rookie safety Tre'von Moehrig.(AP Photo/John Locher, File)
Raiders' potential on defense must translate to results

W.g. Ramirez Sep. 11, 2021 02:11 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden looks on during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Raiders excited for 1st opener in Las Vegas with fans

By Josh Dubow Sep. 09, 2021 07:02 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden looks on during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Raiders seek to make strides on defense in Gruden's 4th year

By Josh Dubow Sep. 01, 2021 07:29 PM EDT

Raiders seeking 1st winning record since Gruden returned

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 11:52 AM EDT
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (8-8) New faces: DE Yannick Ngakoue, CB Casey Hayward, S Trevon Moehrig, RT Alex Leatherwood, defensive coordinator Gus...

Chargers enter Brandon Staley Era with high expectations

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 11:40 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (7-9) New faces: Coach Brandon Staley, C Corey Linsley, Gs Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi, TE Jared Cook, QB Chase...

Gruden hyped about Raiders' young secondary

By W.g. Ramirez Jul. 27, 2021 07:51 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders had one of the worst defensive units in the NFL last season, including a beleaguered secondary that was regularly...

Raiders searching for success headed into Gruden's 4th year

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:06 AM EDT
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (8-8) CAMP SITE: Henderson, Nevada LAST YEAR: The Raiders got off to a promising start in their first...

Herbert, new coaching staff lead Chargers into camp

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 10:58 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (7-9) CAMP SITE: Costa Mesa, California LAST YEAR: The Chargers found their franchise quarterback...

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward watches the play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. The Las Vegas Raiders signed free agent cornerback Casey Hayward to a one-year deal, adding needed experience to a young secondary that has struggled in recent years. The deal announced Tuesday May 4, 2021 reunites Hayward with defensive coordinator Gus Bradley.. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Raiders sign CB Casey Hayward to 1-year deal

By Josh Dubow May. 04, 2021 06:58 PM EDT

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders general manager Mike Mayock speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, in this Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, file photo. The Las Vegas Raiders spent the free agency period dismantling their offensive line and mostly ignoring the secondary. Now heading into the NFL draft, those are the two spots that appear to be the most urgent needs for the Raiders to fill starting with pick No. 17 in the first round. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Raiders focus on defense, offensive lines in NFL draft

By Josh Dubow May. 01, 2021 09:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 28, 2019, file photo, Florida State defensive back Asante Samuel Jr. (26) tries to intercept a pass intended for North Carolina State wide receiver Tabari Hines (5) during an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla. The Los Angeles Chargers selected Samuel in the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser, File)
Chargers take CB Asante Samuel Jr. in second round

By Joe Reedy Apr. 30, 2021 09:03 PM EDT

Offensive line, linebackers major areas of need for Chargers

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:29 PM EDT
13. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (7-9) LAST SEASON: The Chargers found their franchise quarterback with Justin Herbert setting rookie records for...

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis warms up before an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the Chargers have agreed to re-sign Davis for three years. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Cornerback Davis relieved to be remaining with Chargers

By Joe Reedy Mar. 16, 2021 08:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 18, 2020, file photo, Green Bay Packers center Corey Linsley (63) blocks for quarterback Aaron Rodgers during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. The Los Angeles Chargers are taking a huge step toward upgrading their offensive line, agreeing to terms on a five-year contract with All-Pro center Linsley, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File)
AP source: Chargers reach deal with Linsley, retain Davis

By Joe Reedy Mar. 15, 2021 06:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward watches the play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. Hayward Jr. was released by the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday, March 13, 2021. The cornerback spent five seasons with the franchise after signing as a free agent in 2016. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Chargers release cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. after 5 years

By Joe Reedy Mar. 13, 2021 05:09 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darwin Thompson (34) celebrates with quarterback Chad Henne (4) after scoring on a 1-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chargers beat playoff-bound Chiefs 38-21 as KC rests stars

By Dave Skretta Jan. 03, 2021 07:32 PM EST

Chargers' Bosa, Allen among 6 starters ruled out vs. Chiefs

Jan. 01, 2021 05:37 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers will be without six starters, including both of their Pro Bowl selections, for Sunday's season finale at...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talks to head coach Andy Reid on the sidelines, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Chiefs to start Henne against Herbert, Chargers on Sunday

By Dave Skretta Dec. 31, 2020 02:28 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Chargers' Herbert looking for strong finish to rookie season

By Joe Reedy Dec. 30, 2020 06:24 PM EST