Maliek Collins
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Scott Miller (10) makes a catch over Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Raiders struggle to find any positives on struggling defense

By Josh Dubow 8 hrs ago

FILE - In this Sept. 9, 2019, file photo, Oakland Raiders offensive tackle Trent Brown (77) protects a gap in the offensive line during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, in Oakland, Calif. The Las Vegas Raiders sent all five starting offensive linemen home as part of coronavirus contact tracing after right tackle Trent Brown was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list with a positive test. The Raiders held practice on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 without their starting five as they prepare for Sunday’s home game against Tampa Bay. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit, File)
Raiders send starting O-line home after Brown's COVID test

By Josh Dubow Oct. 21, 2020 05:10 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Nelson Agholor, left, celebrates with quarterback Derek Carr after catching a 59-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Raiders' win at KC shows signs of progress under Gruden

By Josh Dubow Oct. 12, 2020 06:00 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III celebrates after catching a 72-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Carr helps Raiders snap Chiefs' 13-game win streak, 40-32

By Dave Skretta Oct. 11, 2020 04:49 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons' Julio Jones (11) is hit by Green Bay Packers' Darnell Savage (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Tom Lynn)
Falcons WR Julio Jones out again with hamstring injury

By The Associated Press Oct. 11, 2020 12:29 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary (26) runs against Las Vegas Raiders inside linebacker Cory Littleton (42) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Raiders' struggling D has tough test with Mahomes, Chiefs

By Josh Dubow Oct. 08, 2020 05:21 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Vernon Butler (94) helps take down Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Las Vegas. The play was not ruled a fumble. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Carr prepares to enter Raiders house of horrors at Arrowhead

By Josh Dubow Oct. 08, 2020 02:46 AM EDT

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Vernon Butler (94) helps take down Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Las Vegas. The play was not ruled a fumble. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Porous defense, sloppy offense lead to another Raiders loss

By Josh Dubow Oct. 05, 2020 06:14 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard (80) reacts as he leaves the field after getting injured against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Browns' Nick Chubb, Chargers' Austin Ekeler top injury list

By The Associated Press Oct. 04, 2020 08:56 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson (90) celebrates after recovering a fumble by the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Bills remain undefeated, top Raiders in Las Vegas, 30-23

By W.g. Ramirez Oct. 04, 2020 07:58 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 16, 2020, file photo, Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Cory Littleton (42) stretches during an NFL football training camp practice in Henderson, Nev. The Raiders set out to bolster the middle of their defense this offseason by adding a penetrating defensive tackle in Maliek Collins and a versatile linebacker in Littleton. (Chase Stevens/Las Vegas Review-Journal via AP, Pool, File)
Defensive additions fail to make early impact for Raiders

By Josh Dubow Oct. 01, 2020 05:39 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr watches from the sideline in the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Offseason additions don't solve Raiders' defensive issues

By Josh Dubow Sep. 28, 2020 06:01 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders players warms up during an NFL football training camp practice at Allegiant Stadium, Friday, Aug. 28, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Raiders set for Las Vegas debut vs. Saints in empty stadium

By Josh Dubow Sep. 17, 2020 01:52 PM EDT

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) prepares to throw a pass during an NFL football training camp practice Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, in Henderson, Nev. The Raiders play the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 13.(AP Photo/John Locher, Pool, File
Raiders look to boost scoring with more dynamic playmakers

By Josh Dubow Sep. 09, 2020 07:45 PM EDT

McCarthy era begins with Cowboys still seeking playoff run

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2020 03:26 PM EDT
DALLAS COWBOYS (8-8) New Faces: Coach Mike McCarthy, backup QB Andy Dalton, WR CeeDee Lamb, DE Everson Griffen, DE Aldon Smith, DT Dontari...

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli talks to players on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Arlington, Texas. Now with the Las Vegas Raiders, the 71-year-old war veteran known for his salty language on the practice field could be one of the team's most important offseason additions. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman, File)
Rod Marinelli reunites with Jon Gruden on Raiders staff

By Josh Dubow Sep. 01, 2020 02:56 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) stretches during an NFL football training camp practice Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, in Henderson, Nev. Speedy receiver Henry Ruggs III was drafted 12th overall, teaming with breakout tight end Darren Waller, versatile back Josh Jacobs and slot receiver Hunter Renfrow to give the team its most complete offense since coach Jon Gruden returned in 2018. (AP Photo/John Locher, Pool)
Raiders hope for big year from Carr in Las Vegas debut

By Josh Dubow Aug. 27, 2020 04:02 PM EDT

Raiders ready for debut season in Las Vegas

By The Associated Press Aug. 26, 2020 12:21 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (7-9) New faces: WR Henry Ruggs III, LB Cory Littleton, DT Maliek Collins, CB Damon Arnette, LB Nick Kwiatkoski, CB...

Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Maliek Collins (97) warms up during an NFL football training camp practice Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher, Pool)
Collins prepared to anchor revamped Raiders defense

By W.g. Ramirez Aug. 20, 2020 03:45 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden watches during an NFL football training camp practice Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher, Pool)
Raiders hope offseason changes lead to stingier defense

By Josh Dubow Aug. 14, 2020 02:40 AM EDT