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FILE - In this Dec 19. 2020, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) smiles before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Green Bay, Wis. After a tumultuous offseason in which his future with the Packers appeared in doubt, reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is ready to begin his 17th – and perhaps final – season in Green Bay. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps, File)
Sitting out NFL preseason helped some QBs, hurt others

By Josh Dubow Sep. 15, 2021 03:37 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib (94) forces a fumble by Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during overtime in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Ravens' defense a question mark after late leads slip away

By Noah Trister Sep. 14, 2021 01:48 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in overtime in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Raiders D does enough to help Carr lead comeback win

By Josh Dubow Sep. 14, 2021 01:35 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in overtime in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
AP Analysis: Manning Bros. talk as big a game as they played

By Arnie Stapleton Sep. 14, 2021 02:45 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib (94) forces a fumble by Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during overtime in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Nassib's strip-sack helps Raiders in OT victory over Ravens

By W.g. Ramirez Sep. 14, 2021 02:17 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones (7) celebrates after scoring a game winning touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during overtime in an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Carr's TD pass caps Raiders rally past Ravens 33-27 in OT

By Josh Dubow Sep. 14, 2021 12:08 AM EDT

FILE — New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, in this Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, file photo, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots released quarterback Cam Newton on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021, clearing the way for rookie Mac Jones to open the season as New England's quarterback, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the decision has not been announced. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Cam Newton headlines list of NFL players released

By Rob Maaddi Aug. 31, 2021 06:24 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones (7) makes a catch against Seattle Seahawks defensive end Alton Robinson (98) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Gruden doesn't want anyone forgetting about WR Zay Jones

By W.g. Ramirez Aug. 16, 2021 05:59 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Tanner Muse (55) knocks down a pass thrown by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Third-string QB Peterman leads Vegas 20-7 over Seattle

W.g. Ramirez Aug. 15, 2021 12:17 AM EDT

Gruden all smiles with fans inside stadium for practice

By W.g. Ramirez Aug. 08, 2021 08:46 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Standing near midfield of Allegiant Stadium, coach Jon Gruden couldn’t help but smile after giving backup quarterback Marcus Mariota a play to...

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III makes a catch during an NFL football practice Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Raiders' receivers ready to produce in high-flying offense

By W.g. Ramirez Aug. 05, 2021 05:02 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders corner back Damon Arnette performs drills during an NFL football practice Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Henderson. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Offseason bonding helps Derek Carr with Raiders teammates

By W.g. Ramirez Jul. 28, 2021 07:30 PM EDT

Raiders sign WR Willie Snead to 1-year deal

Mar. 26, 2021 03:24 PM EDT
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free agent wide receiver Willie Snead to a one-year deal. The team announced the...

FILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. The San Francisco 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman. Williams' agents at Elite Loyalty Sports say the deal agreed to early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2021, will pay Williams $138.1 million over the next six years, surpassing the $138 million deal David Bakhtiari got from during last season. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins

By Barry Wilner Mar. 17, 2021 02:30 PM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills wide receiver John Brown (15) runs against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, in this Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, file photo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent receiver John Brown to replace the departing Nelson Agholor. A person familiar with the deal says the sides agreed on the deal Wednesday, March 21, 2021. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract hadn't been signed. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken, File)
AP source: Raiders sign WR John Brown to 1-year deal

By Josh Dubow Mar. 17, 2021 12:26 PM EDT

Defense a priority for Raiders in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 05:08 PM EST
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (8-8) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: WR Nelson Agholor, DT Maliek Collins, DT Johnathan Hankins, LB Nicholas Morrow, DE...

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Jalen Guyton (15) celebrates after wide receiver Tyron Johnson (83) scored a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Herbert's late-game heroics bode well for Chargers' future

By Joe Reedy Dec. 18, 2020 04:55 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Raiders lose QB Carr, fall in overtime to Chargers, Herbert

By W.g. Ramirez Dec. 18, 2020 12:03 AM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) tosses the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders 12/17/2020

Dec. 17, 2020 08:32 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to handoff the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Denver Broncos at Las Vegas Raiders 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 04:16 PM EST