John Camacho+FollowWill the Raiders Face a Rookie Holdout?Raider Nation, keep your eyes on Jack Bech! With 30 second-round rookies still unsigned across the league, the Silver & Black could be next in line for a training camp holdout, just like what’s brewing with the Chargers and their new WR. It all started when the Texans gave Jayden Higgins a big guaranteed deal, and now every rookie wants a piece. Could this be a new era of rookie power moves? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation32Share
Jay Williams+FollowPola-Mao: From Underdog to Raider StarterRaider Nation, how about Isaiah Pola-Mao’s journey? After being thrown into the fire last season, the young safety racked up 89 tackles and proved he belongs. Now, with a new regime and a fresh contract, he’s set to start alongside Jeremy Chinn. Love that he’s not taking anything for granted—he’s out to earn it all over again. With his uncle Troy Polamalu’s legacy behind him, Pola-Mao’s grit is something every fan can rally around. Could this be the start of a new defensive era in Vegas? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation10Share
phughes+FollowJeanty: The Next Great Raiders RB?Raider Nation, what do you think about Mark Davis hyping up Jeanty as our next star back? The front office took him at No. 6, which raised some eyebrows, but Davis says his loyalty and balance set him apart. GM Spytek even compared his tackle-breaking skills to legends (but kept names secret). Is Jeanty the missing piece to revive our ground game, or was that pick too high for a RB? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Football #RaiderNation20Share
Aaron Taylor+FollowBrock Bowers Breaks the Mold in Year 1Is Brock Bowers already the new face of the tight end position? Raider Nation, we just witnessed history—Bowers didn’t just break rookie records, he topped ESPN’s positional rankings, outshining legends like Kelce and Kittle after just one season. With 112 catches and over 1,100 yards, he’s not just a bright spot for the Silver & Black—he’s changing the TE game. With Geno and Chip Kelly in the mix, could Year 2 be even bigger? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation20Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowBowers Tops Kelce? ESPN Makes HistoryBrock Bowers just did what even King James of tight ends, Travis Kelce, couldn’t—he’s the first rookie ever to be ranked No. 1 at his position in ESPN’s Top 10, based on votes from NFL insiders. That’s huge for Raider Nation, especially since Bowers had to break records (most rookie TE yards, most catches by a Raider) just to get noticed in the AFC West. Is this the start of a new rivalry at tight end? What do you think Bowers can do with a real QB next season? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation20Share
Amy Williams+FollowMJD Picks Chargers Rookie Over Jeanty?!Former Raider Maurice Jones-Drew just ranked Chargers rookie Omarion Hampton ahead of our new Silver and Black star, Ashton Jeanty. MJD says Hampton’s in a better spot with Harbaugh’s run-heavy offense, but is he sleeping on Jeanty’s fit with Pete Carroll and Chip Kelly? Raider Nation, are we really buying that Jeanty won’t be the workhorse? Feels like classic AFC West drama brewing already! #Sports #Football #RaiderNation00Share
Jay Williams+FollowWR Showdown: Tucker vs. Thornton Jr. Heating UpRaider Nation, get ready! The hottest battle in camp is shaping up between Tre Tucker and rookie Dont’e Thornton Jr. for a starting WR spot. Tucker’s got the experience and quick routes, but Thornton’s got that DK Metcalf build and blazing 4.30 speed. With Jakobi Meyers locked in as WR1, who do you think will step up and stretch the field for Chip Kelly’s offense? This could be the rivalry that defines our season! #Sports #Football #RaiderNation00Share
John Camacho+FollowThornton vs. Bech: Raiders’ WR2 ShowdownSilver & Black Nation, the WR2 battle at Raiders camp is heating up! With Jakobi Meyers locked in as the top target, it’s rookie speedster Dont’e Thornton Jr. (4.3 speed, 6’5” frame) vs. Jack Bech, the sure-handed route technician from TCU. Early buzz says Thornton’s making waves, but Bech’s reliability could win over Chip Kelly. Who do you want lining up next to Meyers in this new-look offense? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation72Share
Amy Williams+FollowIs Brock Bowers the NFL’s Biggest Bargain?Raider Nation, let’s talk about Brock Bowers—aka the Dawg in Silver & Black. After a monster rookie year (112 catches, 1,194 yards, Pro Bowl & All-Pro honors), Bowers is still only the 31st-highest-paid TE in the league! Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay just called him the most underpaid at his position. With Geno Smith now under center, could Bowers break even more records and force the Raiders to open the vault soon? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation10Share
Amy Williams+FollowIs Dylan Parham the Odd Man Out?Raider Nation, what do you think about Dylan Parham’s future in Vegas? The Ironman of our O-line has quietly held it down since 2022, but with Alex Cappa’s big contract and rookie Caleb Rogers in the mix, Parham could be on his way out after this season. No extension talks yet, which is wild for a guy ranked 24th among guards last year. Is this the end of an era, or will Parham play his way into a big deal? #Sports #Football #RaiderNation10Share
