Maxx Crosby

If the Raiders reach the playoffs in 2024 for just the third time in 22 years, it will be because of the star-studded defense.

Defensive end Maxx Crosby has three years remaining on a four-year extension he signed in March 2022.

Atlanta added two defenders on Friday's second day of the NFL Draft: Ruke Orhorhoro of Clemson and Bralen Trice of Washington.

Since Pierce took over in November, the vibe around the Raiders has been different. It's continuing amid plenty of hard work this offseason.

The Raider Way is back with Antonio Pierce and new signings Minshew and Wilkins embody that spirit.

The Raiders love Jayden Daniels and would relish an opportunity to trade up to draft him — but it won't be easy.

It will have to be a collective decision with Tom Telesco, but the "go-getter" Pierce wants the Raiders to find a leader at quarterback.

Crosby is a rightful finalist for NFL Defensive Player of the Year, but his work in the locker room may have delivered a bigger impact.

Las Vegas' defensive coordinator has combined past experiences with lessons from Bill Belichick providing a base for his approach.

“All options are on the table,” a league source with direct knowledge of Crosby’s thinking said.

Crosby: "I've made the playoffs one time in five years. It's bulls---. ... I just want stability and f---ing consistency."

The third-year player out of Buffalo has taken his game to a new level this season, totaling seven sacks opposite Pro Bowler Maxx Crosby.

Stidham gave the offense a different aesthetic in Week 17, but focus will be on finishing drives in regular-season finale.

Last year's Raiders defense was one of the NFL's worst. This year, the massive turnaround has Graham looking like a genius.

The Raiders scored two defensive touchdowns in a seven-second span to help them stun the Chiefs on Christmas Day in Arrowhead.

It's time to sit Josh Jacobs and Maxx Crosby. Improving the Raiders' draft stock is more important than meaningless late-season wins.

Rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell struggled again Sunday, but there are greater underlying problems with the Las Vegas offense.

The Raiders edge rusher is among the league's best, but he's going to keep chasing greatness until it yields more success for his team.