Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang was joined by Raiders’ tight end Darren Waller on the latest episode of the Takeaways podcast. Waller talked about the Raiders talent on offense, what he looks forward to accomplishing in 2020, what hitting the three-year sobriety mark meant to him, how he hopes to inspire others. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Vegas Nation’s Adam Hill and Vinny Bonsignore discuss how the Raiders defense looks fresh and different, while defensive tackle Maliek Collins says he is ready to take on a leadership role.
Las Vegas Raiders season ticket holders began receiving their tickets for the 2020 season, packaged in a specialized box.
Raiders defensive coordinator spoke about the team’s young cornerbacks, particularly first-round draft pick Damon Arnette, what strides he’s made in training camp and how he’s worked out with Trayvon Mullen so far. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
This week’s guest is former Raiders offensive tackle Lincoln Kennedy. Vegas Nation host Cassie Soto is joined by Allegiant Stadium insider Mick Akers, sports reporter Le’Andre Fox, and Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang and Adam Hill. Pads are finally on at Raiders practices. The speed can be seen on the field from Vegas’s new weapons.
The Raiders will play a scrimmage game at Allegiant Stadium on Friday.
Drone footage of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, future home of the Las Vegas Raiders. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Though fans won’t be allowed inside Allegiant Stadium this year, the Las Vegas Raiders are still scoring founding sponsorship deals, this time with Mexican lager Modelo.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr says he has been more than willing to help newcomer Marcus Mariota get settled in his team’s offense.
Last year, Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow entered his rookie year of training camp with the lights and camera of Hard Knocks in his face. This year, the coronavirus has turned the world upside down. Renfrow says despite all the bad things going on, he’s looking up towards all the positives.
Vegas Nation’s Ed Graney and Adam Hill tell us which Raiders stood out on the second day of training camp in pads, and wide receiver Hunter Renfrow talks about heading into his second year as a Raider and his thoughts on the new wideouts. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Vegas Nation’s Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill recap the Las Vegas Raiders dressing in full pads for the first time at training camp in Henderson on Monday, giving head coach Jon Gruden a great birthday gift. Defensive End Maxx Crosby spoke on what it’s like to have Rod Marinelli as the new defensive line coach(Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Monday was a big day for Raiders head coach Jon Gruden. He celebrated his birthday and saw his team in full pads for the first time this training camp.
The Vegas Nation crew discuss what linebacker Cory Littleton brings to the table as a Raider and why the team went after him in free agency. Sunday was also the final day before the pads come on. To beat the Vegas heat the Raiders have installed a new cold unit near the practice fields.
Vegas Nation’s Adam Hill and Vinny Bonsignore take a look at the Raiders defense, the quarterback picture and update on the health status of running back Josh Jacobs and defensive end Maxx Crosby from the team’s training camp in Henderson. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang was joined by Raiders’ safety Erik Harris on the latest episode of the Takeaways podcast. Harris spoke about working with new teammates in the secondary and the team’s depth at the position, facing adversity and how he’s kept focused during tough times. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Raiders tight end Darren Waller is celebrating three years of sobriety as he enters a new chapter of his life with his team in Las Vegas.
Raiders defensive back Damarious Randall talks about joining a new team in 2020, what he brings to the defense and his relationship with teammate and roommate Johnathan Abram. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Vegas Nation’s Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill report from Raiders training camp after hearing defensive coordinator Paul Guenther speak about the influx of talent the roster has and discuss who the coaches are raving about after getting early looks at the players on the field in Henderson. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
A worker at Allegiant Stadium was injured Thursday morning, Aug. 13, in an incident involving a boom lift outside of the $2 billion facility. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Many people still question if the Raiders should have drafted defensive end Clelin Ferrell as high as they did in 2019. Ferrell says it doesn’t matter what the “haters” say, he knows his worth to the team and is ready to prove it in year two.
Raiders defensive coordinator Paul Guenther says the team has rebuilt the engine on defense by adding young talent and speed.
This week’s guest is Raiders safety Erik Harris. Vegas Nation host Cassie Soto is joined by Vinny Bonsignore, Allegiant Stadium insider Mick Akers and Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang and Adam Hill. Jason Witten is ready to bring veteran leadership to the team while learning Gruden’s, “10,000 page playbook.” Erik Harris prides himself on film study and making those around him better.
Vegas Nation’s Cassie Soto and Ed Graney discuss Josh Jacobs and Trent Brown sitting out of Wednesday’s practice, how a healthy Tyrell Williams can contribute on offense, give first impressions of the Raiders Henderson headquarters and more. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Jounral)
Raiders wide receiver Tyrell Williams says he feels healthy again after dealing with plantar fasciitis last season.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs explains why he missed Wednesday’s practice.
Raiders head coach Jon Gruden explains why running back Josh Jacobs and tackle Trent Brown were both missing from Wednesday’s practice.
Raiders linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski discusses how he’s adjusting to playing on a new team, what it was like trying to learn the playbook virtually and how important it is that they’re finally together working on the field in Las Vegas. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Longtime Dallas Cowboy turned Las Vegas Raider Jason Witten is looking forward to being a veteran leader with his new team. Vegas Nation’s Cassie Soto and Adam Hill discuss Witten’s excitement.
