Michael Canelo

Joined: May 21, 2024

Jan 27, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek (left) and coach Pete Carroll at press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Raiders' Travel Miles For the 2025 Season

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Apr 26, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar (15) throws a pass during a warm up prior to the Blue White spring game at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Raiders Make Surprising Pick in 2026 Mock Draft

Jan 5, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (12) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Raiders' Aidan O'Connell's Outlook for 2025 Season

Apr 25, 2025; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll at a news conference introducing Ashton Jeanty as the first round draft pick in the 2025 NFL Draft at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Analyst Underestimates Raiders Heading Into 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to bounce back from a disappointing season last year. But one prediction does not think the Raiders will turn things around in 2025.

Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. (32) walks off the field before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Raiders' Lonnie Johnson Jr Has Shot at Key Role

The Las Vegas Raiders have another veteran safety in Lonnie Johnson Jr. He will likely be the No. 3 safety for the team heading into the 2025 season.

Nov 19, 2022; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Air Force Falcons safety Trey Taylor (7) looks on before a game against the Colorado State Rams at Falcon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Raiders' Trey Taylor Set to Make Push at Safety Position

Las Vegas Raiders Trey Taylor will be making a push to move up the safety depth chart heading into the 2025 season.

Sep 10, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) reacts following the win over the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Raiders' Isaiah Pola-Mao is Star in the Making

Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao had a breakout season in 2024. Heading into 2025 Pola-Mao will be leading the safety group. He is ready, and it has shown on the field.

Nov 14, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Chinn (11) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Breaking Down Raiders' Safety Jeremy Chinn

The Raiders went out and signed veteran safety Jeremy Chinn this offseason. Chinn is a player that the new regime likes a lot, and his veteran presence can be critical for the Raiders' defense.

Jan 7, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders safety Chris Smith II (29) and Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Amari Burney (56) celebrate after the Raiders defeated the Denver Broncos 27-14 at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Will Raiders' Chris Smith Show Something in 2025?

Las Vegas Raiders safety Chris Smith II is entering his third season with the Silver and Black. Smith will have to show that he is here to stay next season.

Dec 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders safety Thomas Harper (34) celebrates in the fourth quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Raiders' Thomas Harper Is Intriguing Defensive Piece

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking at the depth of their safeties. One player that is interesting to them is safety Thomas Harper.

Sep 2, 2023; Little Rock, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks defensive back Hudson Clark (17) celebrates after an interception in the first quarter against the Western Carolina Catamounts at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Breaking Down Raiders UDFA Safety Hudson Clark

The Las Vegas Raiders have to get depth on the defensive side of the ball at the safety position. One player that will be in the mix to give the Raiders is an undrafted free agent, Hudson Clark.

Aug 24, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Baltimore Ravens tight end Qadir Ismail (83) during warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Will Raiders TE Qadir Ismail Carve Out a Role?

The Las Vegas Raiders are weighing their options for the three tight end spot. One player who can claim it is Qadir Ismail.

Nov 29, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Justin Shorter (88) warms up prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Raiders TE Justin Shorter In Battle for Roster Spot

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to improve their roster. One player that will be in battle to make the final cut will be tight end Justin Shorter.

Nov 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Ian Thomas (80) during pre game warm ups against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Raiders Veteran Ian Thomas In Line to Be TE3

The Las Vegas Raiders have brought in veteran tight end Ian Thomas. Thomas is a veteran who is a good leader and is good on special teams as well.

Dec 14, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Raiders' Michael Mayer on Improving in Year 3

The Las Vegas Raiders have one of the best tight end rooms in the NFL. Tight end Michael Mayer is one of those tight ends who will need to improve in year three.