Raiders Trade Slone for Johnson | Las Vegas Raiders News

Raiders shock fans by cutting prized undrafted DE Cian Slone — the highest-paid UDFA they signed — to make room for veteran Patrick Johnson, whose special teams play and consistent performance sealed the deal. The move hints Crawford’s ankle injury may be minor, clearing the way for him to stay healthy and contribute this season. Slone’s release, despite strong preseason play, underscores how crucial special teams can be in roster decisions — and how quickly a player’s fate can shift when veterans shine. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e385428d996c80c3