Las Vegas Raiders
AFC West
The Raiders say they are not interested in trading TE Michael Mayer. (Source: Vincent Bonsignore on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Dolphins had been said to have interest in Mayer before they traded for Jonnu Smith. He'll remain behind Brock Bowers in the Raiders offense this season, but we could see them both on the field at times under new offensive coordinator Chip Kelly in 12 personnel. Mayer remains a stash in dynasty leagues and off the fantasy radar in redraft as long as Bowers is healthy.
The Raiders signed LB Germaine Pratt, formerly of the Bengals, to a one-year, $4.25 million contract. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The deal includes another $500K in incentives. Pratt was released by the Bengals as a cap casualty. He should compete for a starting role at linebacker for the Raiders this season.
Category: Transactions
Raiders CB Jakorian Bennett told reporters he was playing with a torn labrum throughout last season, (Source: Levi Edwards on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Bennett suffered the injury in Week 11 of last season. He was advised to shut it down and get surgery. He is back to full health heading into minicamp.
Category: Injury Updates
Christian Wilkins isn't practicing during mandatory minicamp as had been expected. (Source: Tashan Reed on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Wilkins was also sidelined during OTAs as he works his way back from a foot injury. He does not have a clear timeline to return.
Category: Injury Updates
The Raiders signed P AJ Cole to a four-year extension. (Source: Jordan Schultz on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Cole will earn $11 million in guarantees and $15.8 million on the new contract.
Category: Transactions
Ashton Jeanty, the No. 6 overall pick, shifted to a prototypical backfield stance in Raiders OTAs at coordinator Chip Kelly’s suggestion, per team reports. The 21-year-old rookie will take RB1 duties ahead of veteran Raheem Mostert. (Source: Tashan Reed)
Fantasy Impact: Jeanty’s physicality and versatility as a workhorse back make him a top-tier RB1 target in redraft and dynasty leagues, likely commanding a first-round pick. His dual-threat ability on the ground and through the air elevates the Raiders’ offense significantly. Raheem Mostert’s backup role ensures Jeanty’s heavy workload, boosting his 2025 fantasy ceiling.
Maxx Crosby, sidelined late in 2024 by an ankle injury, is fully healthy and participated in Raiders OTAs on Thursday, per team reports. The 27-year-old posted 7.5 sacks and 45 tackles across 12 starts last season. (Source: Tashan Reed)
Fantasy Impact: Crosby’s 59.5 career sacks in 95 games cement him as a top-tier DE1 for IDP leagues, especially after his 7.5-sack 2024 campaign. His full recovery from tightrope surgery signals a return to elite production, boosting the Raiders’ defensive ceiling. At 27, he’s a must-draft for fantasy managers seeking consistent quarterback pressure.
Tommy Mellott, a sixth-round rookie, impressed at Raiders OTAs, outmaneuvering Darnay Holmes on a route and catching a pass from Geno Smith, per team reports. The converted quarterback joins Dont’e Thornton and Jack Bech, challenging Tre Tucker’s role. (Source: Tashan Reed)
Fantasy Impact: Mellott’s 6-foot frame and OTA performance hint at WR5 potential, but he trails Tre Tucker, Dont’e Thornton, and Jack Bech in a crowded Raiders room. His slot work and return duties limit his 2025 redraft value to minimal snaps. He’s a dynasty flier with special teams upside.
Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal believes Jack Bech is “a strong candidate to be an immediate starter” for the Raiders. (Source: Vincent Bonsignore)
Fantasy Impact: The Raiders are expected to run the ball more with Ashton Jeanty and the passing offense will continue to run through Brock Bowers. After those two, opportunity is open in the Raiders offense with Jakobi Meyers figuring to also play a big role. Nonetheless, Bech will still have a chance in training camp to earn an immediate big role in the passing game with new QB Geno Smith.
Category: Rumors
Thu, Apr 17th 12:15am EDT
By Ari Koslow
Raiders LT Kolton Miller is not currently participating in the voluntary offseason program. (Source: Jeremy Fowler on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Miller is seeking a contract extension as he enters the final year of his current contract. The Raiders have not engaged in contract talks with the former first-round pick.
Jakobi Meyers is reportedly "open" to an extension with the Raiders. (Source: Ryan McFadden)
Fantasy Impact: Meyers is set to enter the final year of his current three-year contract. This will be something to monitor as the offseason progresses.
Category: Rumors
The Raiders released CB Jack Jones. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The move was made after Las Vegas tried to trade Jones, but they were unable to do so. He has one year left on his rookie contract, so he'll have to clear waivers. There is still enough upside in Jones to where he shouldn't have much of a problem finding a fresh start with another team.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders signed QB Geno Smith to a two-year, $85.5 million extension. (Source: Albert Breer on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The deal has incentives that can take the new-money total to $85.5 million, while the max value extension includes $66.5 million in guarantees. The two sides have been working on an extension, and Smith now remains in Las Vegas through 2027.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders signed TE Ian Thomas.
Fantasy Impact: Thomas had held a limited role in the passing game with the Panthers. He'll be a depth add and should remain off the fantasy radar.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders signed DT Leki Fotu.
Fantasy Impact: Fotu lands in Las Vegas after meeting with them and the Bills. He appeared in just two games last season after making nine starts two years ago. He'll add depth on the defensive line for the Raiders.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders re-signed DL Matthew Butler to a one-year contract. (Source: Ryan McFadden on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Butler appeared in seven games last season. He will remain in a depth role on the defensive line for Las Vegas.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders signed LB Devin White to a one-year contract. (Source: Jordan Schultz on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: White appeared in seven games with the Texans last season where he totaled 16 tackles. He'll be a depth add for Las Vegas.
Category: Transactions
The Falcons have signed LB Divine Deablo to a two-year, $14M deal. (Source: Ian )
Fantasy Impact: Deablo spent four seasons with the Raiders and tallied 63 total tackles and one sack in 14 games in 2024. The 26-year-old will help bolster the Falcons' linebackers heading into the 2025 season.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders signed S Lonnie Johnson Jr. (Source: Jordan Schultz on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Johnson will likely hold a role both in the secondary and in special teams under Pete Carroll and the Raiders.
Category: Transactions
The Raiders agreed to terms with S Jeremy Chinn on a two-year, $16 million contract. (Source: Mike Garafolo on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Chin posted a career best season in his lone year with the Commanders last year. He will likely replace Tre’von Moehrig in the Raiders secondary next season.
Category: Transactions