Antonio Pierce says some Raiders made ‘business decisions’ in embarrassing loss to Panthers
6 months, 1 week ago

Antonio Pierce says some Raiders made ‘business decisions’ in embarrassing loss to Panthers

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — This was the type of miserable loss the Las Vegas Raiders believed they would no longer have to endure. “As the game went on, I think there were definitely some individuals that made business decisions,” Pierce said Sunday, “and we’ll make business decisions going forward, as well.” That’s a concerning feeling for a coach to have so early in the season, but it was not unwarranted. GO DEEPER Andy Dalton rockets Panthers to 36-22 win over Raiders: Takeaways Before Sunday, the Panthers hadn’t led in a game since they beat the Atlanta Falcons in December. “I would’ve booed us, too.” 🔴📽️ Live: Antonio Pierce and Gardner Minshew address the media from Allegiant Stadium. Pierce made sure to give the Panthers plenty of respect this week, suggesting the Raiders had their “best practice in a long time” Thursday and were ready to “carry that on into Sunday.” But Pierce’s team failed to do so, and this now feels like a team headed in the wrong direction yet again.

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There’s more on the line for Jaguars and Raiders after the season than in Sunday’s meeting
3 months, 1 week ago

There’s more on the line for Jaguars and Raiders after the season than in Sunday’s meeting

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday isn’t exactly one CBS or the NFL is in a hurry to showcase. But I think these next three weeks really can set us up for the future, for the offseason, for next year and how we can build and where we need to add …

Raiders keep getting to opposing quarterbacks even without key pass rushers
3 months, 1 week ago

Raiders keep getting to opposing quarterbacks even without key pass rushers

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Maxx Crosby’s announcement last week that he would miss the season’s final three games because of impending ankle surgery was the most severe and latest blow to the Raiders’ depleted defensive line. That includes three sacks in Monday night’s 15-9 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, the Raiders’ first game since Crosby’s decision to shut it down. If …

Raiders ‘still believe’ after 9th straight loss and another crushing injury
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Raiders ‘still believe’ after 9th straight loss and another crushing injury

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla — Whoever said they don’t believe in moral victories has never been on a professional football team that lost nine straight games. “That’s the story of our season,” safety Tre’von Moehrig said. “It doesn’t look good,” coach Antonio Pierce said after the game. “Assuming that we keep this defense together, and we get all the guys back, it’s …

Raiders’ home misery continues with ugly loss to Steelers: ‘It sucks for the fans’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Raiders’ home misery continues with ugly loss to Steelers: ‘It sucks for the fans’

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — At one point during the pregame buildup at the Las Vegas Raiders’ $2 billion stadium, the hype man tried to get the crowd going and was booed loudly. After Sunday’s loss to the Steelers, the Raiders have been blown out twice in three home games and would have lost the other one if not for a fluky …

Raiders’ conservative approach doesn’t do offense any favors in loss to Steelers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Raiders’ conservative approach doesn’t do offense any favors in loss to Steelers

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — There were plenty of reasons for the Las Vegas Raiders to have a rough performance on offense Sunday. “I’d like to see positive plays,” Pierce said Sunday when asked if the team needed to be more aggressive on offense. “We have guys that want to go to work,” quarterback Aidan O’Connell, who made his first start of …

Late defensive stand powers Raiders past Browns: Key takeaways
6 months ago

Late defensive stand powers Raiders past Browns: Key takeaways

New York Times  

NFL Week 4 live updates: Inactives, schedule, kickoff times, matchups, odds and predictions By: Zac Jackson, Tashan Reed, Vic Tafur and RJ Kraft Powered by a late-game defensive stand, the Las Vegas Raiders bounced back from last week’s loss in their home opener to defeat the Cleveland Browns 20-16 on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Sign Up Despite injuries, Raiders’ D …

Pierce calls out Raiders for lack of effort after loss to Panthers
6 months ago

Pierce calls out Raiders for lack of effort after loss to Panthers

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — One week after his team overcame a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit to win at Baltimore, Las Vegas coach Antonio Pierce called out the Raiders for a lack of effort in their home opener. “We got our whooped.” Las Vegas, which never led, allowed more than 21 points twice in nine games after Pierce took over as interim coach …

O’Connell, White and pass rush lead Raiders to 27-14 win over Broncos in season finale
1 year, 2 months ago

O’Connell, White and pass rush lead Raiders to 27-14 win over Broncos in season finale

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The “AP!” chants began with 1:01 left, Raiders fans joining the players in making known their preference that Antonio Pierce goes from interim to full-time coach. An even bigger statement was made on the field Sunday as Las Vegas continued its dominance over the Denver Broncos with a 27-14 victory behind Aidan O’Connell passing for 244 yards …

Raiders defense under coordinator Patrick Graham makes noticeable turnaround
1 year, 3 months ago

Raiders defense under coordinator Patrick Graham makes noticeable turnaround

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Raiders interim coach Antonio Pierce called it the “less is more” approach that defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has adopted this season, and so far it’s working. “So now he’s more comfortable with his guys, and as you can see, he’s calling some great plays and putting his playmakers in position to make plays.” The Raiders are tied …

Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21
1 year, 3 months ago

Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Four days was all the Las Vegas Raiders had to recover from their worst performance of the season. Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Jerry Tillery celebrates after making a sack against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon …

Raiders make a loud statement for Antonio Pierce with record 63-point performance
1 year, 3 months ago

Raiders make a loud statement for Antonio Pierce with record 63-point performance

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — Normally, the big-guy touchdown is the cherry on the sundae, a special moment that takes a win to another level and the celebration from players and fans to a higher pitch and crescendo. “I would be lying if I said I didn’t have today circled on my calendar.” That the Raiders scored 63 points is even more …

Chargers’ 63-21 road loss to the Las Vegas Raiders by the numbers
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ 63-21 road loss to the Las Vegas Raiders by the numbers

LA Times  

Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 63-21 road loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday: 63 Most points scored in a game in Raiders history. Summary CHARGERS 0 0 7 14 —21 Las Vegas 21 21 14 7 — 63 First Quarter Las Vegas — White 1 run, 8:10. Las Vegas — Meyers 22 pass from O’Connell, …

Raiders roll past Giants 30-6 to give Antonio Pierce a win in his debut as interim coach
1 year, 4 months ago

Raiders roll past Giants 30-6 to give Antonio Pierce a win in his debut as interim coach

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The smell of cigar smoke wafted beyond the locker room door, and there was no doubt the Raiders were at long last enjoying themselves. Several players lit up after Las Vegas’ 30-6 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday, the latest sign that times have indeed changed following a week of major upheaval. Josh Jacobs rushed …

Improved Raiders defense still has to prove itself against better offenses
1 year, 5 months ago

Improved Raiders defense still has to prove itself against better offenses

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Given the lack of explosive offenses the Raiders have faced, how much credit should be given to what suddenly has become a shut-down defense is debatable. Las Vegas’ defense, though, is at least getting the job done — something that wasn’t the case last season when it was among the NFL’s worst. “We talk about being the …

Raiders defense focused on stacking wins: ‘They have been carrying us’
1 year, 5 months ago

Raiders defense focused on stacking wins: ‘They have been carrying us’

New York Times  

HENDERSON, Nev. — The “Just Win, Baby” mantra embraces winning at all costs and not worrying about whether it is pretty or not. And while Las Vegas Raiders coach Josh McDaniels correctly pointed out that Sunday’s 21-17 win over the New England Patriots “wasn’t a Picasso,” the franchise’s 500th victory was a testament to grit and the defense delivering when …

Raiders need to take advantage of soft upcoming schedule
1 year, 5 months ago

Raiders need to take advantage of soft upcoming schedule

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Coming off a win over the Green Bay Packers to end a three-game skid, the Las Vegas Raiders now have a chance to make up ground in the standings if they take advantage of their schedule. That stretch will determine a lot for Las Vegas, which is 2-3 after beating the Green Bay Packers 17-13 on Monday …

Tafur: The quarterback doesn’t matter for the Raiders as similar losses pile up
1 year, 5 months ago

Tafur: The quarterback doesn’t matter for the Raiders as similar losses pile up

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Packers vs. And the Las Vegas Raiders coach ultimately went with rookie Aidan O’Connell over veteran Brian Hoyer on Sunday after Jimmy Garoppolo was ruled out with a concussion. Maxx Crosby, Josh Jacobs and Davante Adams carried the Raiders to another close loss Sunday in O’Connell’s debut. But you …

Raiders hope defense is finally on right path, still in search of season’s first turnover
1 year, 6 months ago

Raiders hope defense is finally on right path, still in search of season’s first turnover

New York Times  

Hopefully, the football gods aren’t busy Sunday. “It’s very frustrating,” cornerback Nate Hobbs said Sunday, “but the football gods, they’re going to repay you. Because good things come to teams that … “Always trust the process,” defensive coordinator Patrick Graham said Tuesday of what his defense can do until that wave comes. “The one thing for Tyree,” Graham said, “ …

Tafur: Raiders offense went missing after using all its magic in first 5 plays
1 year, 6 months ago

Tafur: Raiders offense went missing after using all its magic in first 5 plays

New York Times  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — With the serenity of West Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains behind them, the Las Vegas Raiders were jarred awake by the wing sauce-stained, blue-and-red-zebra-pattern-pant-wearing Buffalo Bills fans Sunday. The Raiders handed the ball to Jacobs nine times, and the NFL’s reigning rushing champion finished with minus-2 yards in the 38-10 loss. When Adams broke free for a 16-yard touchdown …

The Raiders must clean up mistakes after overcoming them to beat the Broncos
1 year, 6 months ago

The Raiders must clean up mistakes after overcoming them to beat the Broncos

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Las Vegas got out of Denver with a season-opening 17-16 victory even though the Raiders were often their worst enemy. “We didn’t flinch.” WHAT’S WORKING In his first Las Vegas start, Garoppolo efficiently and effectively ran the offense, getting the ball out quickly to negate any hint of a Broncos pass rush. Even with Crosby’s 12 1/2 …

Raiders show resolve in ugly win over Broncos: ‘We’re not the same team from last year’
1 year, 6 months ago

Raiders show resolve in ugly win over Broncos: ‘We’re not the same team from last year’

New York Times  

DENVER — This was the type of game the Las Vegas Raiders let slip away far too often last year. “This type of game was the difference in our season last year.” It was clear the Raiders belonged in their 17-16 win over the Denver Broncos on Sunday — neither team ever led by more than six points — but …

Miscues, missed chances cost Raiders in loss to Steelers
2 years, 3 months ago

Miscues, missed chances cost Raiders in loss to Steelers

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — No miracle ending this time. Essentially gifted a victory by New England last Sunday on one of the most improbable walk-off touchdowns in NFL history, the Raiders couldn’t keep the momentum going in a 13-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night that all but eliminated them from the playoffs. When Derek Carr threw his third and …

Raiders blow 4th double-digit halftime lead in latest loss
2 years, 3 months ago

Raiders blow 4th double-digit halftime lead in latest loss

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Las Vegas’ 17-16 loss to the Los Angeles Rams made the Raiders the first team to blow four double-digit halftime leads in a season, according to SportRadar, whose records go back to 1930. I’m sure Baker will have that moment for the rest of his life,” …

Maybe the Raiders aren’t a big joke: Team revives its playoff pulse vs. Chargers
2 years, 3 months ago

Maybe the Raiders aren’t a big joke: Team revives its playoff pulse vs. Chargers

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. tries to tackle Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams in the second half. Las Vegas doesn’t have an easy finish, either, with the Raiders’ final four games against New England, at Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Kansas City. What’s more, Raiders tight end Darren Waller and slot receiver Hunter Renfrow are eligible to come off injured reserve …

Raiders snap 3-game losing streak: How Denver’s late mistakes propelled Las Vegas to victory
2 years, 4 months ago

Raiders snap 3-game losing streak: How Denver’s late mistakes propelled Las Vegas to victory

New York Times  

By Nick Kosmider, Vic Tafur and Tashan Reed The Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Denver Broncos 22-16 in overtime on Sunday. — Kosmider Raiders earn a meaningful victory It may not seem like much to the outside observer, but the 3-7 Raiders’ overtime win over the 3-7 Broncos was everything. The Raiders got big break when Wilson threw the ball …

Raiders far from playoffs after record number of blown leads
2 years, 4 months ago

Raiders far from playoffs after record number of blown leads

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Las Vegas first-year coach Josh McDaniels spoke at training camp about learning “how not to lose,” but at the season’s midway point, the Raiders have found creative ways to come up short. At 2-6 after back-to-back losses at the New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars — teams that are a combined 6-11 — the Raiders are nowhere …

Reeling Raiders blow another huge lead, lose 27-20 at Jags
2 years, 4 months ago

Reeling Raiders blow another huge lead, lose 27-20 at Jags

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Las Vegas Raiders are becoming a safe bet to blow a huge, early lead. “Guys fought, but we got to learn how to play a full four-quarter game,” Raiders coach Josh McDaniels said. “We have played stretches in each game mostly where we play good football, but that’s not enough to win in this league.” The …

Raiders left apologizing after shutout loss to Saints: ‘This is embarrassing’
2 years, 4 months ago

Raiders left apologizing after shutout loss to Saints: ‘This is embarrassing’

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — Following their worst performance of the year by far, a 24-0 Sunday shutout loss to the Saints, this Raiders season is officially on the brink. “If you look at a lot of the runs, honestly — from what I’ve seen, I ain’t watch film — I ain’t really know where to go,” Jacobs said. It was one …

Broncos’ offense hurt by awful 3rd quarter in loss to Vegas
2 years, 5 months ago

Broncos’ offense hurt by awful 3rd quarter in loss to Vegas

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Russell Wilson had his most productive day with the Broncos, but it wasn’t enough to overcome numerous mistakes and an awful third quarter by Denver’s offense in a 32-23 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. “And then in the third quarter, we hurt ourselves.” The Broncos’ totals for that quarter: 11 offensive plays for 7 …

Raiders’ huge second-half collapse spoils home opener
2 years, 6 months ago

Raiders’ huge second-half collapse spoils home opener

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — On the same day one of Mark Davis’ two professional teams made franchise history in championship fashion, the other did so in a brutal manner. It’s going to be a blessing for us if we use it the right way, and looking forward to utilizing it the right way and get back to work this week.” Roughly …

Playoff frustration continues for Raiders in loss to Bengals
3 years, 2 months ago

Playoff frustration continues for Raiders in loss to Bengals

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The playoff frustration for the Raiders just won’t end. A season of tumult for Las Vegas could have been salved with the first playoff win in 19 years, but the Raiders couldn’t catch up with the Cincinnati Bengals, who ended an even longer playoff drought of their own. Las Vegas cut the Bengals’ lead to 26-19 late with …

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