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Mahomes passes for 262 yards and 2 TDs, Chiefs beat Raiders 27-20 to improve to 7-0
Read full article: Mahomes passes for 262 yards and 2 TDs, Chiefs beat Raiders 27-20 to improve to 7-0Patrick Mahomes passed for 262 yards and two touchdowns and the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs remained undefeated with a 27-20 victory over Las Vegas.
Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell expected to be out 4-6 weeks with a broken thumb, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell expected to be out 4-6 weeks with a broken thumb, AP source saysLas Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell is expected to be out four to six weeks with a broken thumb, a person close to the situation said Monday.
Tom Brady's purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders is approved by NFL team owners
Read full article: Tom Brady's purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders is approved by NFL team ownersTom Brady’s purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders has been approved by NFL team owners.
Jets acquire wide receiver Davante Adams from Raiders, reuniting him with Aaron Rodgers
Read full article: Jets acquire wide receiver Davante Adams from Raiders, reuniting him with Aaron RodgersAaron Rodgers and Davante Adams are finally reunited after more than two years of separation and one year of speculation and now they’ll try to save the New York Jets' sinking season.
Raiders return to Aidan O'Connell as starting QB against the Steelers, benching Gardner Minshew
Read full article: Raiders return to Aidan O'Connell as starting QB against the Steelers, benching Gardner MinshewAntonio Pierce's first major act after becoming the Las Vegas Raiders’ interim coach midway through last season was naming then-rookie Aidan O’Connell the starting quarterback.
Deadspin loses bid to toss defamation suit over article accusing young Chiefs fan of racism
Read full article: Deadspin loses bid to toss defamation suit over article accusing young Chiefs fan of racismA Delaware judge has refused to dismiss a defamation lawsuit against sports website Deadspin over an article accusing a 9-year-old NFL fan and his family of racism because of his game-day attire.
Broncos out to snap 8-game losing streak to Raiders who have long overcome distractions vs. Denver
Read full article: Broncos out to snap 8-game losing streak to Raiders who have long overcome distractions vs. DenverThe Las Vegas Raiders may be dealing with Davante Adams' situation but they've gotten pretty good at dealing with drama and still beating the Denver Broncos over the last few seasons.
Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drives
Read full article: Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drivesGardner Minshew led three scoring drives in the fourth quarter, Daniel Carlson kicked a go-ahead 38-yard field goal with 27 seconds left and the Las Vegas Raiders rallied to beat the Baltimore Ravens 26-23.
Brock Purdy has mixed results in 49ers' 24-24 preseason tie with the Raiders
Read full article: Brock Purdy has mixed results in 49ers' 24-24 preseason tie with the RaidersBrock Purdy was efficient in completing 9 of 12 passes for 96 yards but also threw a red-zone interception as the San Francisco 49ers concluded their preseason with a 24-24 tie Friday night against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden asking full Nevada Supreme Court to reconsider NFL emails lawsuit
Read full article: Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden asking full Nevada Supreme Court to reconsider NFL emails lawsuitJon Gruden is asking the entire Nevada Supreme Court to reconsider a decision by a three-justice panel to throw out a lawsuit he filed against the NFL over emails leaked to the media before he resigned as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021.
Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tears ACL in opening practice of training camp, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon tore his ACL during a drill in the first practice of training camp, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden loses bid for state high court reconsideration in NFL emails lawsuit
Read full article: Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden loses bid for state high court reconsideration in NFL emails lawsuitFormer NFL coach Jon Gruden has lost a bid for three Nevada Supreme Court justices to reconsider whether a lawsuit he filed against the NFL after he resigned from the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021 should be heard in courts or in private arbitration.
Raiders give Maxx Crosby a $7.2 million raise over the next 2 seasons, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders give Maxx Crosby a $7.2 million raise over the next 2 seasons, AP source saysThe Las Vegas Raiders are rewarding star pass rusher Maxx Crosby with a $6 million raise this season and another $1.2 million next year.
Former NFL coach Jon Gruden loses Nevada high court ruling in NFL emails lawsuit
Read full article: Former NFL coach Jon Gruden loses Nevada high court ruling in NFL emails lawsuitFormer NFL coach Jon Gruden has lost a Nevada Supreme Court ruling in a contract interference and conspiracy lawsuit he filed against the league after he resigned from the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021.
Terms for Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul include heavier gloves, shorter rounds
Read full article: Terms for Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul include heavier gloves, shorter roundsMike Tyson’s fight against Jake Paul in Texas this summer has been sanctioned as a competitive boxing match rather than an exhibition.
Raiders release Jimmy Garoppolo and Hunter Renfrow in cost-cutting moves
Read full article: Raiders release Jimmy Garoppolo and Hunter Renfrow in cost-cutting movesThe Las Vegas Raiders kicked off the start of the new league year by releasing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and receiver Hunter Renfrow to give the new regime more room to operate under the salary cap.
Chiefs' Andy Reid and Travis Kelce hash things out after sideline outburst vs Raiders
Read full article: Chiefs' Andy Reid and Travis Kelce hash things out after sideline outburst vs RaidersKansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid says he has talked with Travis Kelce after the star tight end’s sideline outburst in which he chucked his helmet toward the benches during a loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas.
Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receivers
Read full article: Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receiversSeveral wide receivers had milestone performances this past week, but no one could do what Amari Cooper did for the Cleveland Browns.
Taylor Swift celebrates Christmas Day by watching Travis Kelce and Chiefs play Las Vegas
Read full article: Taylor Swift celebrates Christmas Day by watching Travis Kelce and Chiefs play Las VegasPop superstar Taylor Swift celebrated Christmas Day by watching her boyfriend and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce as they faced the Las Vegas Raiders in an important game for playoff positioning Monday.
Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs
Read full article: Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costsProposals for new and improved sports stadiums are proliferating across the U.S. and could come with a hefty price tag for taxpayers.
The Patriots and Packers are still seeking their 1st 100-yard games from a rusher or receiver
Read full article: The Patriots and Packers are still seeking their 1st 100-yard games from a rusher or receiverWhen it comes to getting big games from playmakers, the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers have been lacking at a historic level.
Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21
Read full article: Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21Four days after losing 3-0, the Las Vegas Raiders set a franchise scoring record with a 63-21 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
NFL continues to make incremental, widespread progress in diversity hiring, report says
Read full article: NFL continues to make incremental, widespread progress in diversity hiring, report saysThe National Football League continues to make incremental, widespread progress in its diversity hiring practices, according to an annual report.
Pro Picks: Easton Stick will lead Chargers to an upset road win over Raiders in first NFL start
Read full article: Pro Picks: Easton Stick will lead Chargers to an upset road win over Raiders in first NFL startEaston Stick will be the latest backup to make his first start in a season filled with injuries to high-profile quarterbacks.
Vikings beat Raiders 3-0 in lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years
Read full article: Vikings beat Raiders 3-0 in lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 yearsMinnesota and Las Vegas played the lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years, with Greg Joseph’s 36-yard field goal with 1:57 left giving the Vikings a 3-0 victory over the Raiders.
Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he's taken to hospital with chest injury
Read full article: Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he's taken to hospital with chest injuryVikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was taken to a hospital after being hit in the chest during Minnesota’s 3-0 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, but he returned to Allegiant Stadium and then flew home with the team.
Jacobs rushes for 116 yards as Raiders improve to 2-0 under Pierce, beat Jets 16-12
Read full article: Jacobs rushes for 116 yards as Raiders improve to 2-0 under Pierce, beat Jets 16-12Josh Jacobs rushed for 116 yards, Aidan O’Connell connected with fellow rookie Michael Mayer for the game’s only touchdown, and the Las Vegas Raiders improved to 2-0 under interim coach Antonio Pierce, beating the New York Jets 16-12.
Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 season
Read full article: Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 seasonThe Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders didn't waste any time getting their first wins after a tumultuous midseason misadventure.
Giants QB Daniels Jones ruled out vs Raiders with knee injury
Read full article: Giants QB Daniels Jones ruled out vs Raiders with knee injuryNew York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones left Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders after the first play of the second quarter with a right knee injury and did not return.
Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders
Read full article: Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged RaidersRookie Jahmyr Gibbs ran for a season-high 152 yards and a touchdown, Jared Goff threw for 272 yards with a score, and the Detroit Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 26-14.
Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo won't play at Chicago, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo won't play at Chicago, AP source saysRaiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will not play Sunday because of a back injury when Las Vegas visits the Chicago Bears, a person with knowledge of the situation said.
Raiders intercept Jordan Love 3 times, hold on to beat Packers 17-13
Read full article: Raiders intercept Jordan Love 3 times, hold on to beat Packers 17-13Robert Spillane intercepted Green Bay’s Jordan Love twice, Amik Robertson made a game-sealing pick in the end zone, and the Las Vegas Raiders beat the Packers 17-13 to stop a three-game skid.
Garoppolo out of concussion protocol, will start when Raiders host Packers
Read full article: Garoppolo out of concussion protocol, will start when Raiders host PackersRaiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is out of concussion protocol and will start when Las Vegas hosts the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.
Garoppolo won't play against Chargers, leaving Raiders starting QB a mystery
Read full article: Garoppolo won't play against Chargers, leaving Raiders starting QB a mysteryLas Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was ruled out of Sunday’s game at the Los Angeles Chargers because of a concussion.
Steelers' team plane makes emergency landing in Kansas City, no injuries reported
Read full article: Steelers' team plane makes emergency landing in Kansas City, no injuries reportedThe Pittsburgh Steelers’ charter flight home following a Sunday night win in Las Vegas made an emergency landing in Kansas City early Monday.
Patriots fan was punched in head before he died at stadium, witness says
Read full article: Patriots fan was punched in head before he died at stadium, witness saysThe cause of death of Dale Mooney, who died after what state police called an apparent medical event, is not clear. There have been no arrests.
O'Connell efficient in leading Raiders to a 34-7 preseason win over 49ers
Read full article: O'Connell efficient in leading Raiders to a 34-7 preseason win over 49ersRaiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell completed 15 of 18 passes for 141 yards and a touchdown and Las Vegas beat the San Francisco 49ers 34-7 on Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams.
Ex-Las Vegas Raider Henry Ruggs sentenced to 3-plus years in prison for fatal DUI crash in Nevada
Read full article: Ex-Las Vegas Raider Henry Ruggs sentenced to 3-plus years in prison for fatal DUI crash in NevadaFormer Las Vegas Raiders player Henry Ruggs has been sentenced to at least three years in a Nevada prison for killing a woman in a fiery crash while driving his sports car drunk at speeds up to 156 mph on a city street nearly two years ago.
AP source: Panthers to meet with QB Derek Carr at combine
Read full article: AP source: Panthers to meet with QB Derek Carr at combineA person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers will meet with free agent quarterback Derek Carr this week at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis.
Sources: Texans request permission to interview former Saints coach Sean Payton, Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka
Read full article: Sources: Texans request permission to interview former Saints coach Sean Payton, Giants offensive coordinator Mike KafkaThe Texans have requested an interview with former New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton, according to league sources.
Mahomes sets record, Chiefs beat Raiders for AFC's top seed
Read full article: Mahomes sets record, Chiefs beat Raiders for AFC's top seedPatrick Mahomes set the NFL record for most passing and rushing yards in a season, and the Kansas City Chiefs rolled to a 31-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders to lock up the AFC’s No. 1 seed.
Steelers honor Franco Harris by rallying past Raiders 13-10
Read full article: Steelers honor Franco Harris by rallying past Raiders 13-10Kenny Pickett threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to George Pickens with 46 seconds remaining, and the Pittsburgh Steelers capped three days of tributes to the late Franco Harris with a 13-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Raiders blow 4th double-digit halftime lead in latest loss
Read full article: Raiders blow 4th double-digit halftime lead in latest lossThursday night’s 17-16 loss to the Los Angeles Rams makes the Las Vegas Raiders the first team to blow four double-digit halftime leads in a season, according to SportRadar, whose records go back to 1930.
Baker cooks: Newcomer Mayfield rallies Rams past Vegas 17-16
Read full article: Baker cooks: Newcomer Mayfield rallies Rams past Vegas 17-16Baker Mayfield threw a 23-yard touchdown pass to Van Jefferson with 10 seconds to play to cap a 98-yard drive, and the Los Angeles Rams’ brand-new quarterback led two TD drives late in the fourth quarter of a shocking 17-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Texans injury report: Maliek Collins, Nico Collins, Brandin Cooks questionable
Read full article: Texans injury report: Maliek Collins, Nico Collins, Brandin Cooks questionableTexans starting defensive tackle Maliek Collins and starting wide receiver Nico Collins are officially questionable on the injury report.
Texans’ Davis Mills delivers encouraging performance, ‘step in right direction’ for offense in loss to Raiders
Read full article: Texans’ Davis Mills delivers encouraging performance, ‘step in right direction’ for offense in loss to RaidersDavis Mills rolled to his left, creating a passing lane before firing a strike to his intended target: Texans wide receiver Phillip Dorsett.
Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographer
Read full article: Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographerLas Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams has been charged with misdemeanor assault for shoving a photographer to the ground as he left the field following a loss at Kansas City.
AP source: Raiders' Adams could be suspended for shove
Read full article: AP source: Raiders' Adams could be suspended for shoveLas Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams could face a possible suspension or fine for shoving a photographer to the ground as he ran off the field following a loss at Kansas City.
Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival Raiders
Read full article: Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival RaidersPatrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes to Travis Kelce, the Chiefs overcame an early 17-point deficit along with a dubious roughing-the-passer penalty, and Kansas City extended its mastery of the Las Vegas Raiders, holding on for a 30-29 victory.
Roughing-the-passer call on MNF prompts officiating scrutiny
Read full article: Roughing-the-passer call on MNF prompts officiating scrutinyA controversial roughing-the-passer penalty just before halftime of the Las Vegas Raiders’ game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night delivered another blow to the NFL and its beleaguered officiating crew.
Police investigating allegation that fan struck Kyler Murray
Read full article: Police investigating allegation that fan struck Kyler MurrayPolice in Las Vegas say they're investigating allegations that a fan struck Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray amid celebrations of Arizona’s 29-23 overtime victory over the Raiders.
Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over Vegas
Read full article: Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over VegasByron Murphy Jr. scooped up Hunter Renfrow’s fumble and returned it 59 yards for a touchdown with 3:51 left in overtime and the Arizona Cardinals rallied from a 20-point deficit in the second half before running away with a 29-23 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11
Read full article: Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White ran well on a rain-soaked field and the Raiders routed Jacksonville 27-11 in the Hall of Fame game Thursday night, spoiling coach Doug Pederson’s first game with the Jaguars.
McDaniels mum on Kaepernick workout for Raiders
Read full article: McDaniels mum on Kaepernick workout for RaidersThe Las Vegas Raiders concluded organized team practices with all four quarterbacks on the roster participating but the buzz surrounding the franchise was about Colin Kaepernick, who has gotten a workout with the club.
AP sources: Colin Kaepernick to work out for Raiders
Read full article: AP sources: Colin Kaepernick to work out for RaidersColin Kaepernick is getting his first chance to work out for an NFL team since last playing in the league in 2016 when he started kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality.