Raiders suffer costly loss as Ricky Stuart laments 'brain explosion'
The Dragons defeated the Sharks 24-16 while the Knights ended the Raiders' season 30-24 after a crucial penalty reversal prompted a furious reaction from coach Ricky Stuart.
The Dragons defeated the Sharks 24-16 while the Knights ended the Raiders' season 30-24 after a crucial penalty reversal prompted a furious reaction from coach Ricky Stuart.

Nintendo's Splatoon Raiders, the first spin-off in the popular ink-splattering series, is critiqued as a conventional cooperative action game. While designed for multiplayer, its straightforward missions and familiar mechanics make it feel pedestrian, lacking the unique charm and depth of the main Splatoon titles.

Texas Tech's football stadium, Jones AT&T Stadium, will be rebranded Galaxy Stadium starting in 2026 after Galaxy Digital secured a 15-year, $70M naming rights deal. The crypto firm aims for visibility and credibility, linking to its strategic pivot towards AI and HPC data centers.

US private equity firm Apollo has made a surprise offer for easyJet, trumping Castlelake's bid with a higher price of 715p per share (£5.7bn). This has initiated a competitive auction, relieving easyJet's board. Apollo is seen as a favorite due to its appeal to founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and its larger scale compared to Castlelake.
A proposed trade suggests the Dallas Cowboys could acquire Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby by sending WR George Pickens and a first-round pick to Las Vegas. Crosby's recovery from knee surgery is a key factor, with teams monitoring his health.
Maxx Crosby trade rumors persist with the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers reportedly showing interest. Despite a rejected $96M offer from the Ravens and contract concerns, insiders suggest the Eagles could afford him, while the 49ers might consider him if available.
The New England Patriots' wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is reportedly seeking a trade, with the Las Vegas Raiders and Washington Commanders identified as potential destinations. Boutte is entering the final year of his rookie deal, carrying a $3.67 million cap hit for an acquiring team.

Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith, known for his time with the San Francisco 49ers, has died at the age of 36. The cause of death has not been revealed. Smith had a notable career marred by off-field issues and suspensions.

Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith, who played for the 49ers, Raiders, and Cowboys, died Saturday at age 36. The 49ers confirmed his passing, remembering his talent and infectious smile, but did not disclose the cause of death. Smith had a standout career, including a franchise-record 19.5 sacks in 2012, but his career was marred by off-field legal issues.
The Dallas Cowboys and Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly interested in acquiring Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner. Conner, who has one year left on his contract with a $2.58 million cap hit, could provide veteran depth for both teams.
ESPN proposed a trade sending WR Keon Coleman from the Bills to the Raiders for a 2028 fifth-round pick. While Buffalo may keep him, the Raiders see him as an affordable option for rookie QB Fernando Mendoza.

First Football sells 25% of Las Vegas Raiders to Egon Durban's group at $9.9B valuation, with $11B total consideration including a 10% 'flip tax' to the NFL.
Travis Kelce will play for the Kansas City Chiefs for three more seasons. This decision shocked everyone who thought he would retire. Travis Kelce informed head coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach of his decision after the team’s final game against the Las Vegas Raiders. He wants to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes during his ACL recovery. He values friendship above everything.
The Washington Commanders and the Las Vegas Raiders are exploring a move for Trevon Diggs as teams reassess needs after the NFL Draft. The former Dallas Cowboys All-Pro remains a free agent following an inconsistent 2025 season. With strong ties to Dan Quinn, Washington could offer the right system for a comeback. Meanwhile, the Raiders need depth in the secondary. Diggs’ ball-hawking ability still stands out despite injuries and recent struggles, making him a low-risk option with upside as training camp approaches
The Washington Commanders and the Las Vegas Raiders are exploring a move for Trevon Diggs as teams reassess needs after the NFL Draft. The former Dallas Cowboys All-Pro remains a free agent following an inconsistent 2025 season. With strong ties to Dan Quinn, Washington could offer the right system for a comeback. Meanwhile, the Raiders need depth in the secondary. Diggs’ ball-hawking ability still stands out despite injuries and recent struggles, making him a low-risk option with upside as training camp approaches
The Washington Commanders and the Las Vegas Raiders are exploring a move for Trevon Diggs as teams reassess needs after the NFL Draft. The former Dallas Cowboys All-Pro remains a free agent following an inconsistent 2025 season. With strong ties to Dan Quinn, Washington could offer the right system for a comeback. Meanwhile, the Raiders need depth in the secondary. Diggs’ ball-hawking ability still stands out despite injuries and recent struggles, making him a low-risk option with upside as training camp approaches

Nintendo announces $10 discount on digital versions of first-party Switch 2 exclusive titles, with digital copies priced at $49.99 compared to $59.99 for physical. Walmart is undercutting both formats, offering physical copies of Splatoon Raiders at $49.94 and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book at $59.88, nearly matching digital prices.

The 2026 NFL Draft saw significant excitement with numerous trades and impactful selections. This analysis provides grades for all 32 teams, with the Browns, Cowboys, Raiders, and Eagles receiving top marks for their draft classes.

Former Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants defensive end Josh Mauro has died at age 35. Mauro, who also played for the Raiders, passed away on Thursday, April 23rd. His father Greg confirmed the news on Facebook. He played eight seasons in the NFL after going undrafted, recording 150 tackles and five sacks across 80 games.

Did the Los Angeles Rams make a big mistake? Did the Las Vegas Raiders build enough around Fernando Mendoza? And could there finally be something to shout about for the two New York teams?

Complete 2025 NFL Draft results featuring all 243 picks across 7 rounds, including compensatory selections. First round headed by Fernando Mendoza selected by Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 1 overall pick.

Raiders take Jermod McCoy to open fourth roundInjured Tennessee cornerback eager to prove valueCade Klubnik falls to Jets after Clemson slideJermod McCoy’s lengthy wait to hear his name called at the NFL draft came to a quick end on Saturday.The Las Vegas Raiders selected the Tennessee cornerback with the first pick of the fourth round, taking a small gamble that McCoy will return to form after missing all of last season with a torn ACL. Continue reading...

The Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Las Vegas Raiders selected quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. The 22-year-old Heisman Trophy winner led Indiana to its first national championship and becomes just the third player to win the Heisman, a national championship and go first overall in the same year, joining Cam Newton (2011) and Joe Burrow (2020). Mendoza watched from Miami with family rather than attending the Pittsburgh event. The draft saw eight trades on day one, with 320,000 attending outside the Steelers' home.