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Irish Cross Country traveled to Plato, Missouri for the Class 3 District 2 Championships on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024. Four runners finished in the top 30 earning All-District Honors: Kyle Hathcock took 3rd, Gabe ADT 7th, Clayton Eck 11th and Marcus Johnson 20th. The top 30 riders in each division qualify for State as individuals. Christopher Todd and Andrew Jones finished 33rd and 34th respectively with Gavin Pyck in 40th.
Raiders Reacts Survey: Can the Raiders make the playoffs in 2025
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders have a new regime, led by Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler.
Raiders First Round Reacts Survey: What is your grade for the pick of Ashton Jeanty
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The NFL draft is here, and the Raiders made their pick at six.
Raiders Reacts Survey: Will the Raiders take Ashton Jeanty at 6?
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Related Topics: Ashton Jeanty, Oakland Raiders Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
Raiders Reacts Survey: Will Raiders beat their projected win total of 5.5?
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Related Topics: Oakland Raiders, Pete Carroll Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
Raiders Reacts Survey Week 15: What is your confidence in the team’s direction
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
SB Nation Reacts: Raider fan’s confidence hits the highest mark since Week 2
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off their eighth loss in a row. The loss to the Kansas City Chiefs put them in a position to upgrade at the quarterback position, standing at 2nd in the 2025 NFL draft. While this is exciting for fans, the team is attempting to stop the bleeding of continuous losses.
Raiders are underdogs once again in Week 14 vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders fought hard on Black Friday but couldn’t pull out a victory. With a fumble on the last drive, they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 19-17 in heartbreaking fashion. While the Raiders' offense has improved, and the team is playing hard, it hasn’t translated into results.
Raiders Reacts Survey Week 13: What is your confidence in the team’s direction?
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Related Topics: Antonio Pierce, Oakland Raiders Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
Brock Bowers continues to set records every week
Bowers sets the records for the most receptions through week 11 with 70 on the season The Las Vegas Raiders shocked the NFL when they selected Brock Bowers at 13 in the 2024 draft. Michael Mayer was drafted the year before, and the expectation was that he would be the starting tight end. That all changed on draft night when Tom Telesco took the best player available out of Georgia. Bowers plays on the field, which made the pick make sense.
Raiders have the 4th pick in the draft heading into Week 12
While the losses isn't good for fans the high draft pick can help them get ready for the future. The Las Vegas Raiders tallied another loss, dropping their record to 2-8. It was their sixth loss in a row, falling to the Miami Dolphins 34-19 in a game in which they had no answer for the Dolphins' offense. It was the Raiders' 10th game this season in which they were down by two scores. This was the first time this had happened since 1985.
Raiders fans have a slight dip in confidence going into the Week 11
Raiders fan lose confidence during the bye week in the teams direction The Las Vegas Raiders are getting ready to face the Miami Dolphins in Miami. The two teams almost have identical records and attempt to revive their seasons with a win. Antonio Pierce changed the coaching staff and conducted a team meeting last week. The meeting didn't end like last season with Josh McDaniels, but grievances were out in the open.
Raiders are huge underdogs vs. the Dolphins Week 11
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders were on a bye week for Week 10, hoping to regroup and reset for the rest of the year. At 2-7, they have already made changes to their offensive staff. They will head off to Miami to take on the Miami Dolphins for the second year in a row.
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Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Related Topics: Antonio Pierce, Oakland Raiders, Jonathan Jones Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders are on a bye week as they prepare for the second half of their season. There has been plenty of drama so far, from the business decision press conference to the trading of Davante Adams.
Raiders fan confidence continues to grow during their 5-game skid
Raider Nation is dealing with the losses by getting excited by the future The Las Vegas Raiders are on a bye this week but have changed their coaching staff. They fired Luke Getsy, offensive line coach James Cregg, and quarterback coach Rich Scrangerllo. Scott Turner was made the interim offensive coordinator, and his father, Norv Turner, was added. Antonio Pierce will attempt to turn around a sinking season without help. However, the Raiders' rookies are performing well.
Silver Minings: Norv Turner joining Raiders as an offensive advisor
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders decided to dump a portion of the offensive staff Sunday night. Antonio Pierce decided it was time to move on from offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, offensive line coach James Cregg, and quarterback coach Rich Scangarello. With the move, the Raiders now have to choose the interim offensive coordinator.
Norv Turner could join the Raiders as an offensive advisor
With Scott Turner set to become the new OC. His dad could come in for guidance The Las Vegas Raiders decided to dump a portion of the offensive staff Sunday night. Antonio Pierce decided it was time to move on from offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, offensive line coach James Cregg, and quarterback coach Rich Scangarello. With the move, the Raiders now have to choose the interim offensive coordinator. The leading candidate right now is Scott Turner, who is the passing game coordinator for the Tea.
Jakorian Bennett receives a fine from the NFL
Bennett got flagged for a hip drop tackle during Week 8 by the NFL The Las Vegas Raiders Jakorian Bennett had struggled during his rookie year. He got a chance to start early in 2023 but couldn't hold onto the job after not performing on the field. In 2024, Bennett got a chance to redeem himself and won the starting job as the opposite corner to Jack Jones. The former Maryland Terrapin has thrived this season, putting near-lockdown numbers at the cornerback position.
Raiders fans have a small rise in confidence after losing 4 in a row
Raiders fans must be excited about the draft position that comes with each loss The Las Vegas Raiders ' season continues to collapse. After the loss to the Chiefs, they fell to 2-6. They have lost four in a row and face a desperate Bengals team on the road, which needs to win themselves. Antonio Pierce and Luke Getsy have faced scrutiny this week with the squandered possessions and game management.
Raiders QB Carter Bradley activated from the practice squad
Raiders activate QB Carter Bradley and TE Justin shorter for Sunday's game. The Las Vegas Raiders added to the quarterback position this week. Aidan O'Connell's injury led the Raiders to sign Desmond Ridder off the Arizona Cardinals practice squad. It was announced he will be the backup this week behind Gardner Minshew. Ridder was brought in for insurance as Minshew has struggled recently. He leads the league in turnovers with ten, tied with sophomore quarterback Will Levis.
Raiders fans have their lowest confidence in the team's direction
Raiders fans are not excited about where the team is headed heading into Week 8 The Raiders' injuries continue to pile up. With Aidan O'Connell sent to IR for the next four weeks, the Raiders will depend on Gardner Minshew. They added quarterback Desmond Ridder, who will be Minshew's backup. Antonio Pierce has fans questioning whether he is the man to lead the football team. If things continue to spiral, he could end up being the scapegoat for the season.
Raiders Reacts Survey Week 8: What is your confidence in the team’s direction
Back to the Las Vegas Raiders Newsfeed Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in regular email surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders are now 2-5 heading into a division matchup vs.
Raiders sit at 8th for the 2025 NFL draft after Week 7
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Raiders are in the top ten after the Week 7 loss to the LA Rams The Las Vegas Raiders are now 2-5 after their third straight loss. They lost a close one against the struggling Los Angeles Rams 20-15. It was another game riddled with turnovers and bad penalties that have plagued the team the last three games. Quarterback play was seen as a weak spot for the Raiders heading into 2024.
Raiders open as 10-point underdogs in Week 8 vs. the Kansas City Chiefs
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson offers news, analysis, and film breakdowns of the Las Vegas Raiders for Silver and Black Pride. He has worked here since 2021. The Las Vegas Raiders have now lost three in a row after a 20-15 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Turnovers continue to be a problem for the football team adding another four turnovers during the game. At 2-5 and the offense performing as one of the worst in the NFL, it seems like the season is over for most of Raider Nation.
The Raiders make moves to add receiver depth before Week 7
Raiders look for help from practice squad to fill out the receiver room for Week 7 The Las Vegas Raiders are getting ready to face off with the Los Angeles Rams. Both teams need a win before the season starts to look bleak. As the Raiders attempt to move on from Davante Adams they need younger receivers to step up. With Jakobi Meyers out for the second week in a row the Raiders will look to Tre Tucker and DJ Turner to step up to the plate. However, the Raiders are depleted at the position.
Raiders fans have a slight bump in confidence after two straight losses
Raider Nation confidence has 3% growth going into Week 7 The Las Vegas Raiders have now lost two in a row after another blowout loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 32-13 defeat is the Raiders' fourth loss by two or more scores, displaying themselves as a bottom-of-the-league football team. With Davante Adams's trading now in the rearview, the team has to find out what the future holds. They are facing a 1-4 Los Angeles Rams team that is in the same predicament as the Silver and Black.
The lack of explosive plays is hurting the Raiders offense
The Las Vegas Raiders started the season well on offense. While the running game did struggle out the gate the passing game was a different story. Through the first two games of the season, they led the league in explosive plays with nine. However, this has died down after a hot start as the Raiders only have 16 explosive plays on offense since Week 2. They now rank 29th in the NFL having 25 total on the season. Gonna do a data viz thread! First, we have offensive explosive play data...
What is your confidence in the Raiders going forward
Checking the pulse of Raider Nation Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders have now lost two in a row after another blowout loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 32-13 defeat is the Raiders' fourth loss by two or more scores, displaying themselves as a bottom-of-the-league football team.
Raiders fans confidence returns to the lowest number of the season
Confidence from Raider Nation drops back to 17% heading into Week 6 The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off another loss in which fans question the players and the coaching staff. After 34-18 to the Denver Broncos, the Raiders' three losses have been by two scores. The future doesn't look bright with the roster injuries starting to pile up. The team is about to lose Davante Adams via trade and just lost Christian Wilkins to injury reserve.
What is your confidence in the team's direction ?
Checking the pulse of Raider Nation Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off another loss where fans question the players and the coaching staff. After 34-18 to the Denver Broncos, all three of the Raiders losses have come by two sores.
Maxx Crosby is expected to play Sunday vs. the Denver Broncos
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Crosby will make his return after missing Week 4 vs. the Cleveland Browns The Las Vegas Raiders are about to have their second division matchup. On Sunday afternoon they will travel to Denver to take on the Denver Broncos with both teams at 2-2. The Raiders have not lost to the Broncos since 2018 and hope to keep the streak alive. One player who has never lost to the Broncos is Maxx Crosby.
Fan confidence is still low as the Raiders enter Week 5 vs. The Denver Broncos
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Raiders fans still are not confident in the direction of the franchise entering Week 5 The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off a win vs the Cleveland Browns but are now dealing with trade drama. Davante Adams has requested a trade from the Raiders on Tuesday which will end his time with the Raiders. With that said the Raiders will have to move on with their season and get ready for the Denver Broncos.
Davante Adams is considered week to week with an hamstring injury.
The Las Vegas Raiders are dealing with injury to their two superstar players. Maxx Crosby and Davante Adams will be both be out for Sunday's matchup with the Cleveland Browns. Maxx Crosby is dealing with a high ankle sprain that he played through vs the Carolina Panthers. Adam's injury came late in the week as a surprise. He ended up on Thursday's injury report, and Coach Pierce announced he would be out for Week 4.
Raiders fan confidence takes a huge drop going into Week 4
Raiders fans confidence is the lowest of the season heading into Week 4. The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off an embarrassing loss to the Carolina Panthers. the 36-22 loss was just an ugly game, with fans questioning the players and coaches. Coach Antonio Pierce spoke about the business decisions being made by the players. When looking back over the game there lackluster effort from the offense and defense.
Raiders expressed interest in Justin Fields during the offseason
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Raiders expressed interest in Justin Fields during the offseason
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Raiders expressed interest in Justin Fields during the offseason
On a recent podcast, the Steelers' quarterback revealed the Raiders were interested The Las Vegas Raiders were expected to add a new quarterback this off-season to compete with Aidan O'Connell. There were plenty of ideas about who the Raiders might add to the competition for one of the connections of Justin Fields. Fields played under Luke Getsy for two seasons and was inconsistent. He did have a breakout season running the football for 1143 yards and eight touchdowns.
Raiders fans have a huge rise in their confidence in the team's direction
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Raiders fans have a boost in confidence in the teams direction The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off a huge win vs the Baltimore Ravens. Raiders 8-point underdogs going into the game but won on the road 26-23. It was a big victory for the team that could spring them on a run showing they can beat any team in the NFL. Antonio Pierce has created a culture that reflects his blueprint and vision for the team.
Gardner Minshew is excelling on passes over 10 yards
When the Las Vegas Raiders signed Gardner Minshew this offseason he was expected to compete for the starting job. Fans saw it play out in training camp with both quarterbacks not taking the bull by the horns. With no QB standing out Antonio Pierce decided to go the veteran route with Minshew. Minshew is making Pierce intelligent with his stats through two games. He is third in passing yards and first in completion percentage.
Most Raiders fans not confident the team is the right direction
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Confidence saw a 46-point drop from Raider Nation in this The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off an ugly defeat to the Los Angeles Chargers. The 22-10 defeat put them at 0-1 with their next game in the east coast time zone. They travel to Baltimore to take on the Ravens on the road. Antonio Pierce needs a bounce-back game himself with questions about his game management rising.
49ers attempted to trade for Jakobi Meyers before the season
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, The Las Vegas Raiders have had trade rumors with Davante Adams since the Receiver's release on Netflix. The main suitor of course is allegedly the New York Jets led by his former quarterback Aaron Rodgers. While these just were rumors another Raiders receivers sought after for a trade. The San Francisco 49ers were having a contract dispute with star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
76% of Raiders fans are confident in the team direction
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Raider Nation has faith in Antonio Pierce and the Raiders before Week 1 The Las Vegas Raiders are heading to Los Angeles to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1. It will be Antonio Pierce's first official game as the head coach Gardner Minshew's debut as the starting quarterback. The off-season QB competition didn't bring the excitement that many expected.
Jack Jones is not playing for pass breakups
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Cornerback is all about making plays that lead to turnovers instead of a another down When the Las Vegas Raiders acquired Jack Jones off waivers his career was looking bleak. He was waived by the New England Patriots after problems fitting into the culture and was looking for a fresh start. He first appeared with the Raiders in Week 11 and didn't look back. The Silver and Black allowed a 54% completion percentage in coverage.
What is your confidence in the team's direction?
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Checking the pulse of Raider Nation Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders are heading to Los Angeles to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1.
Gardner Minshew's performance vs the Cowboys
Breakdown of Minshew's performance vs the Dallas Cowboys last Saturday. The Las Vegas Raiders named Gardner Minshew the starting quarter last Sunday. After both quarterbacks in the battle failed to take the reigns at the position, they decided to go with the veteran. When Minshew left the field against the Dallas Cowboys many expected he had lost the job to Aidan O'Connell. He was 10/21 passing for 95 yards with 4.8 YPA.
Tyreik McAllister might sneak onto the roster
Wide receiver stole the show on Friday night and impressed his coaches The Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver room is open before cuts happen on Monday. While Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers lead the way, the other spot seems to be held by DJ Turner and Tre Tucker. That made Friday night's matchup with the San Francisco important for the position. The player who stole the show and maybe a roster spot was Tyriek McAllister who had two total touchdowns on the day.
Amari Gainer continues his ascent onto the 53
By Marcus Johnson via Silver And Black Pride, Amari Gainer got a chance to wear the green dot vs the 49ers in the final preseason game The Las Vegas Raiders finished their final preseason game with a tie. The 24-24 finish against the San Francisco 49ers does keep them winless during the preseason but not 0-3. One of the standouts of the entire preseason has been Amari Gainer out of North Carolina. Gainer played defensive end for the Tar Heels and is making the conversion to pure linebacker.
Antonio Pierce keeping Maxx Crosby off field to help offense
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Antonio Pierce keeping Maxx Crosby off field to help offense
Coach Pierce knows Crosby is a wrecking ball and is applying the same rules McVay used for Aaron Donald The Las Vegas Raiders offense has been struggling for most of training camp. One of the reasons is the consistent pass rush from one of the best defensive lines in football. The leader of that defensive line is Maxx Crosby. Crosby is coming off his best season, recording 14.5 sacks and 89 total pressures according to PFF.com.
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