Viva Las Raiders!

The Condor Takes Flight: Breaking Down the Crosby Trade & Vegas' War ChestThe Las Vegas Raiders trade Maxx Crosby to the Ravens in a blockbuster deal! We break down GM John Spytek's massive draft haul, the cuts of Geno Smith and Alex Cappa, and how a league-leading $119M in cap space sets the stage for Fernando Mendoza's rookie era. Dive into the complete Raiders rebuild blueprint.You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

Break down the biggest Las Vegas Raiders news from the 2026 NFL Combine! We discuss Jon Spytek's latest comments, Tom Pelissero's report on a potential Maxx Crosby trade, and Fernando Mendoza's formal interview. Plus, a deep dive into Klint Kubiak's new offensive identity and a complete guide to Rob Leonard's shift to a 3-4 base defense.You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

Welcome to the Klint Kubiak era on Viva las Raiders! This week, we break down the new Las Vegas coaching staff, including Rob Leonard’s massive promotion to DC and what it means for Maxx Crosby’s trade rumors. Plus, we analyze the youth-meets-experience coaching dynamic and rank the top 10 free-agent offensive linemen the Raiders must target to build a wall for Fernando Mendoza.You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

Mark Davis makes history by hiring Klint Kubiak, ending a decades-old grudge with the Shanahan tree. We analyze the emotional press conference featuring Raiders legends, Klint's Super Bowl LX offense, and what the "Silent Tape" means for the roster. Also: Will Jim Schwartz join as DC, and can they keep Maxx Crosby?You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

The search is over. In this episode of Viva Las Raiders, we break down the massive news of the Las Vegas Raiders hiring Klint Kubiak as head coach. We dive into Kubiak’s high-powered offensive scheme that transformed the Seattle Seahawks and explain why this appointment confirms that Indiana’s Heisman winner, Fernando Mendoza, is headed to Sin City with the No. 1 overall pick. Plus, an exclusive interview with Mig and Phil on the state of the Seahawks, the post-Pete Carroll era, and how John Schneider built a contender. We wrap up with a look at offseason fantasy football sleepers you need to track. You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

In this episode of Viva las Raiders, we dive deep into the Silver and Black’s head coaching search. While names like Joe Brady and Jesse Minter are off the board, we explain why the Raiders' top targets—Klint Kubiak and Davis Webb—are still within reach. We break down the "60/40" vibe on Kubiak, the Saturday interview, and why fans shouldn't panic. Plus, we analyze the Geno Smith trade in hindsight—did the Raiders just turn a 3rd rounder into the #1 overall pick? Finally, we discuss Patrick Graham’s move to the Steelers and what it means for the Raiders' defensive identity moving forward. Tune in for the ultimate "Trust the Process" breakdown before our big Super Bowl preview!You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

We analyze the Raiders' coaching delay after satisfying the Rooney Rule. Are John Spytek and Tom Brady waiting for playoff coaches Klint Kubiak or Davis Webb? We debate Offensive vs. Defensive HCs, profile Jesse Minter and Ejiro Evero, and break down Fernando Mendoza's National Title win in front of the Raiders' brass. Plus, why a 1st Round QB is essential for the 2026 season and the case for drafting WR Elijah Sarratt.You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!

This week on Viva las Raiders, we break down John Spytek’s thorough head coaching search and the latest candidate interviews, including Jeff Hafley and Ejiro Evero. Why John Harbaugh passing on Las Vegas isn't a disaster, and why trading for Mike Tomlin is the wrong move. We make the case for Klint Kubiak as the next Head Coach, discuss Patrick Graham’s potential exit, and deep dive into QB Fernando Mendoza’s CFP performance—and why the Raiders face a massive decision with the #1 overall pick.You can now follow us on Instagram via this link!Please send any questions or opinions on the team to vivalasraiderspodcast@gmail.com to have them read out on the show.Don't forget to subscribe and follow to stay up-to-date on the Silver & Black.Title track: Gold Ghost by Spaniel Ballet. Check them out wherever you get your music!