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Raiders DST A Sit To Start The Season
The Las Vegas Raiders defense will start the season on the road against the Denver Broncos. The Raiders finished 2022 as the fifth-worst defense in the NFL by yards allowed and will have to start the season without Pro Bowl DE Chandler Jones, who is out for Week 1 with an NIR-Personal designation. The Broncos […]
Dan Larocca 1 year ago
Daniel Carlson A Strong Start In Week 1
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson has built quite a resume in his first five seasons in the NFL after being drafted in the fifth round of the 2018 draft. Carlson has scored 23 more fantasy points than any other kicker over the last three seasons, including leading the league over that span in field […]
Dan Larocca 1 year ago
Davante Adams A Low-End WR1 In Week 1
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams will look to build on an impressive first season last year after pacing all receivers in target share (32%) and air yards (2,137) in 2022. The 30-year-old will be playing with his third different opening-week quarterback in three years on Sunday with new Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo under […]
Dan Larocca 1 year ago
Josh Jacobs A Top-10 Option In Week 1
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs will take the field in Week 1 looking to pick up where he left off last season after signing a one-year extension with the team in late August. Fantasy managers will hope the offseason holdout will help Jacobs avoid the curse of 370 this year after tallying 393 […]
Dan Larocca 1 year ago
Jimmy Garoppolo A Low-End Play In Week 1
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo makes his debut for the Silver and Black on Sunday against the Denver Broncos after spending the last six seasons with the 49ers. He joins a Raiders offense that finished 12th in points per game a season ago, propelled by Pro Bowlers WR Davante Adams and RB Josh Jacobs. […]
Dan Larocca 1 year ago
Daniel Carlson Finishes Perfect Preseason
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson completed a perfect preseason on Saturday night against the Dallas Cowboys, connecting on three field goals and one extra point, including a 62-yarder. Carlson struts into Week 1 having finished the preseason 7-for-7 on field goals and 9-for-9 on PATs. If the Raiders offense can move the ball down […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Michael Mayer Collects Two Catches In Preseason Finale
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer had two first-quarter catches in Saturday's preseason matchup with the Cowboys, finishing with 20 receiving yards. Mayer has reportedly had a promising training camp and will look to contribute alongside fellow newcomer TE Austin Hooper for the Raiders this season. Temper expectations for Mayer to start the season, […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Kristian Wilkerson Goes For 122 Yards Against Cowboys
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Kristian Wilkerson caught 10-of-13 targets for 122 receiving yards during the team's 31-16 preseason loss to the Cowboys on Saturday. Wilkerson finishes the preseason with 17 receptions, enough to lead the NFL. Despite the strong performance, the third-year receiver will be on the roster bubble for the Raiders in a […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Zamir White Gets Three Yards On Three Carries
Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White started and played the full first quarter in the Raiders' 31-16 preseason loss to the Cowboys on Saturday night. White didn't do much, taking four touches seven total yards. With RB Josh Jacobs signing a one-year extension with the Raiders, White's usage on Saturday indicates he is second […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Aidan O’Connell Plays Late Into Fourth Quarter
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell played the majority of Saturday's meaningless preseason matchup against the Dallas Cowboys as fellow QBs Jimmy Garoppolo and Brian Hoyer had the night off. The rookie completed 17-of-26 for 178 passing yards, with no touchdowns, interceptions, or sacks taken. O'Connell had an impressive first preseason with the Raiders, completing […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Daniel Carlson Continues Perfect Preseason
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson had a second successful showing on Saturday night against the Los Angeles Rams, connecting on two field goals to go along with a perfect four-of-four on PATs. If the Raiders offense can move the ball down the field this year as they have been so far this preseason, Carlson […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Raiders Defense Continues Strong Preseason Against Rams
The Las Vegas Raiders defense continued a promising start to the 2023 NFL preseason in their 34-17 preseason win over the Rams on Saturday night, tallying a pick-six, two tackles for loss and one sack. The Raiders DST could be intriguing as a low-end option in leagues that reward sacks and tackles for loss.
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Michael Mayer Makes One Catch In Preseason Debut
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer made his NFL preseason debut on Saturday night against the Rams, securing one catch on two targets for three yards. Mayer was overthrown by QB Brian Hoyer in the second quarter, leading to a pick-six for the Rams in an otherwise impressive showing for Las Vegas. Mayer has […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Phillip Dorsett Goes For 76 Yards Against Rams
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Phillip Dorsett caught four-of-five targets for 76 receiving yards during the team's 34-17 preseason win over the Rams on Saturday. Dorsett led his team through the air in the game, highlighted by a 43-yard catch and run in the second quarter. The journeyman will play a complementary role this season […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Zamir White Leads Raiders In Rushing On Saturday
Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White rushed for 40 yards on 10 carries, adding one catch for nine yards in the Raiders' 34-17 preseason win over the Rams on Saturday night. White started the game for Las Vegas and seems in line to do the same in Week 1 against Denver if RB Josh […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Jimmy Garoppolo Looks Sharp In Preseason Debut
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo took the field in silver and black for the first time on Saturday in a preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The 31-year-old completed four-of-four passes for 39 yards while leading his team down the field for an opening drive touchdown. This was Garoppolo's first game action since […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Raiders Defense Performs Against 49ers
The Las Vegas Raiders defense started the Preseason on a high note against the 49ers on Sunday, allowing only seven points while tallying four sacks and an interception. Even without stars DE Maxx Crosby and Chandler Jones, the Raiders' front seven looked strong against the 49ers on Sunday, giving up a stingy 3.0 yards/carry on […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Daniel Carlson Perfect To Begin Preseason
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson showed he has not missed a beat this offseason, connecting on two field goals including a 53-yarder in the fourth quarter to go along with a perfect four-of-four on PATs. Carlson led the NFL in 50+ yard kicks a year ago and looks poised to do it again this […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Cole Fotheringham Leads Raiders In Receiving On Sunday
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Cole Fotheringham caught five of five targets for 71 receiving yards during the team's 34-7 win to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The rookie showed a clear rapport with fellow first-year QB Aiden O'Connell. Despite TE Darren Waller leaving for New York this past offseason, Fotheringham has a crowded […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Keelan Cole Sr. Finds The End Zone In Preseason Opener
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Keelan Cole Sr. caught six of six targets for 29 receiving yards and a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Cole Sr is battling for the fourth WR spot in the Raider's offense this Preseason. If he does enough to win that job over the likes of Phillip […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Sincere McCormick Scores Twice Vs. 49ers
Las Vegas Raiders running back Sincere McCormick turned heads on Sunday, carrying the ball nine times for 27 yards and one rushing touchdown to go along with a red zone receiving touchdown in Week 1 of the Preseason. The second-year back looked nimble and comfortable catching passes out of the backfield on Sunday. If RB […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Zamir White Starts And Scores Against 49ers
Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White led his team in carries while starting the game and scoring a goal-line touchdown in the first quarter. The second-year back ran for 43 yards on 13 attempts, for a 3.3 yards/attempt average in his first action of the 2023 Preseason. While that average is a far cry […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Aidan O'Connell Impresses In NFL Debut
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell turned heads in his first NFL action since being drafted in the fourth round this past April. The rookie finished 15-of-18 passes for 141 yards and one touchdown, adding 7 yards on the ground to finish with a 117.8 quarterback rating during the team's 34-7 win against San Francisco. […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Five Bets for Super Bowl LVII - Chiefs vs. Eagles Betting Picks Including First Half Points, Receptions, Receiving Yards
The 2022 NFL season ends this coming Sunday in a battle of number-one seeds as the Philadelphia Eagles (14-3) take on the Kansas City Chiefs (14-3) in Super Bowl LVII. As one of the most highly anticipated events in all of sports, the Super Bowl draws in millions of fans every year, along with millions […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Rising Stars: Five NFL Assistant Coaches That Could Be Head Coaches Next Year
With the NFL playoffs in full swing, many teams are already looking ahead to preparations for the 2023 season. This offseason will include a head coaching change for at least five NFL teams - the Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, and Indianapolis Colts will all be looking to fill vacancies at head […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Seahawks DST Ends Regular Season On High Note Vs. Rams
The Seattle Seahawks defense did just enough in a Week 18 overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. Despite the Rams entering this game as the worst offense in the NFL by yardage, they went into halftime with the lead on Sunday, before the Seahawks hunkered down to only allow three points in the second […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Jason Myers Kicks Seahawks To Overtime Victory Against Rams
Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers made five-of-six total kicks on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, including a game-winning 32-yard field goal in overtime. The 31-year-old matched his season high in field goals made in a game with four, and exceeded his previous career best for field goals made in a season with 34. Myers […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Noah Fant Has a Quiet Week 18
Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant caught all four of his targets for 20 yards in a Week 18 overtime win versus the Los Angeles Rams at home. Fant had a down year in 2022, finishing with 486 receiving yards and four TDs. Fant landed on the Seahawks this past offseason in the trade that […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
D.K. Metcalf Disappoints On Sunday Against Rams
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf finished his 2022 regular season on a down note on Sunday, catching three-of-eight passes for 40 yards in a 19-16 overtime win versus the Los Angeles Rams. Rams CB Jalen Ramsey was a headache for the Seattle offense all afternoon, quieting Metcalf for the most part and coming away […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago
Tyler Lockett Scores TD In Week 18 Overtime Win
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett ended the regular season with a satisfactory outing on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, catching four balls for 54 yards and a touchdown in a 19-16 overtime win. Lockett finished his regular season with a team-leading nine receiving TDs to go along with his fourth-straight 1,000-yard season. The […]
Dan Larocca 2 years ago