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Vegas Nation - Raiders Football

by Las Vegas Review-Journal

Las Vegas Review-Journal/Vegas Nation reporting staff discusses the top storylines around the Las Vegas Raiders, with interviews and insights for everything you need to know about the Raiders.

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Episodes

  1. FIRST AND 10: Raiders Get First Win of the Season Against Miami

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon recap the Raiders win in their season opener against the Dolphins and anlayze what Klint Kubiak brought to the team in his first victory as an NFL head coach.

  2. FIRST & 10 PODCAST: Raiders Prepare for Week 1 Without Brock Bowers

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon discuss Brock Bowers' injury, what it means to the Raiders offense and the return of Ashton Jeanty as the Silver & Black prepare to face the Miami Dolphins in Week One.

  3. First & 10 Podcast: Cousins named starting QB, Sizing up the Roster

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon discuss Kirk Cousins being named starting quarterback for the Raiders, Mendoza's progress, give injury updates, and assess what to make of the team's roster changes.

  4. First and 10 Podcast: Raiders Preseason Wrap-Up

    In this episode of the First and 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon recap the Raiders preseason, talk about the Silver and Black's loss to the 49ers, Fernando Mendoza, 53-man roster decisions and more. Plus, Station Casinos Race & Sportsbook Director Chuck Esposito joins the show...

  5. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Who Needs to Step Up on the Raiders?

    After starting running back Ashton Jeanty went down with an injury in the last week of training camp, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon analyze the depth of the Raiders running back room, take a look at who needs to step up in the team's final preseason game, and where Fernando Mendoza…

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  6. First & 10 Postgame Podcast: Mendoza Struggles, Raiders Beat Houston

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon recap how Fernando Mendoza fared in his second preseason outing, take a look at where position battles stand with some of the defensive players and between the kickers, and Station Casinos' Chuck Esposito talks NFL odds with Heidi Fang.

  7. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Observations from Raiders-Texans Joint Practices

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon give their observations on positional battles, how the Raiders offense fared against the Texans top-rated defense and discuss the progress Fernando Mendoza is making as the team goes up against Texans in joint practices in Houston.

  8. First and 10 Podcast: Raiders Preseason Opener Recap

    In this episode of the First and 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon dive into the 27-14 loss the Raiders suffered to the Cardinals in the Silver and Black's preseason opener. The pair talk Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza, the defense and Klint Kubiak's first go-round as an NFL…

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  9. First & 10 Podcast: Live from Raiders Open Practice

    Vegas Nation's Sam Gordon and Adam Hill take to the field to deliver the First & 10 Podcast live from the Raiders Open Practice at Allegiant Stadium.

  10. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Tempers Flare at Raiders Training Camp

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon discuss what went down when Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins got into an altercation at Raiders Training Camp, and talk about the ongoing competitions between the quarterbacks, kickers and more. And Station Casinos' Chuck Esposito breaks down preseason betting...

  11. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Standouts at Raiders Training Camp

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon take a look at which players are making their case to make the 53-man roster at Raiders Training Camp, and update on the progress Fernando Mendoza and other draft picks are making.

  12. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Fernando Mendoza's Growing Pains

    With another Raiders training camp in the books, Vegas Nation's Sam Gordon and Adam HIll discuss some of the growing pains Fernando Mendoza is having, the battle between Kansei Matsuzawa and Matt Gay at kicker, what players are impressing in practice and more.

  13. First and 10 Podcast: Early Observations from Raiders Training Camp

    In this episode of the First and 10 Podcast, Sam Gordon and Adam Hill give their early observations from Raiders Training Camp on Kirk Cousins being named starter, Maxx Crosby's recovery, what to make of the offensive line and more.

  14. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Raiders Training Camp Primer, Mendoza, McCoy sign contracts

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon break down what to watch as Raiders training camp closes in with rookies reporting to the team's headquarters, positional battles, players who need to prove their worth and discuss the contracts that Fernando Mendoza and Jermod McCoy signed this week.

  15. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Maxx Crosby's 'Best Offseason'

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon briefly share their thoughts on UFC 329 in Las Vegas headlined by Conor McGregor's return and subsequent injury, Maxx Crosby's comments on how this is his "best offseason" despite the knee surgery, as well as...

  16. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Raiders Embracing the Rebuild

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon break down the changes made on offense and defense, how the team is embracing the rebuild, what could happen with Maxx Crosby as the team regroups before July's training camp.

  17. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: On The Kirk Cousins Trail

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon talk about their stories following Kirk Cousins around as well as Segun Olubi at their football camps. The pair also discuss Maxx Crosby's rap career, Keyron Crawford signing his rookie deal, and 2026 training…

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  18. First & 10 Podcast: Position Groups, Competitions and Players to Watch

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Sam Gordon dissect what to make of key position group battles ahead of the Raiders' July Training Camp, what Kirk Cousins' role truly is and discuss if the team should look into QB Brendan Sorsby in the NFL Supplemental Draft.

  19. First and 10 Podcast: Observations Ahead of the Raiders Minicamp

    A familiar face returns to the Vegas Nation: First and 10 Podcast and joins Adam Hill to discuss their takeaways and observations from the Raiders rebuild leading in to the team's mandatory minicamp in June.

  20. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Recapping Week Two of Raiders OTAs

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss the latest from Raiders OTAs, recap what Offensive Coordinator Andrew Janocko told the media in his first press conference in the position and talked about Tre Tucker's comments on Fernando Mendoza, the…

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  21. First and 10 Podcast: What to take away from Raiders OTAs

    Vegas Nation's Heidi Fang and Adam Hill take a look at one of the team's first sessions with head coach Klint Kubiak at the helm, how Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins look on the field, Maxx Crosby working his way back, and hear from Eric Stokes on his growht with the Raiders.

  22. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Breaking Down the Raiders 2026 Schedule

    Vegas Nation's Heidi Fang and Adam Hill break down the Raiders 2026 schedule, and take a look at why it includes no primetime games or international games, assess the strength of schedule, and Station Casinos Chuck Esposito reveals some of the early odds on NFL games.

  23. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Takeaways from Raiders Rookie Camp

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill gives his takeaways from the Raiders Rookie Minicamp and hear from the top draft picks for the team. Station Casinos Chuck Esposito gives the numbers on the Kentucky Derby and more.

  24. First & 10 Podcast: Grading the Raiders 2026 Draft Class

    With the Raiders 2026 draft in the books, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill breaks down the draft class, speaks on which player is a homerun pick, the team moving on from DE Tyree WIlson, and answers fan questions.

  25. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Mendoza Introduced, Draft Breakdown

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss Fernando Mendoza's first day in Las Vegas, and break down the Raiders' three draft picks from Day Two of the NFL Draft as well as giving a preview of Day Three. And Chuck Esposito from Station Casinos on NBA, NHL Futures and the Kentucky Derby.

  26. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Raiders Draft Franchise QB, Look Ahead to Day 2

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney recap the Raiders selecting QB Fernando Mendoza first overall in the 2026 NFL Draft and look ahead to possible options for Day 2.

  27. First & 10 Podcast: Vegas Nation's Mock Draft

    Vegas Nation's Callie Fin and Adam Hill execute their own mock draft and discuss which of their 10 draft selections would help build the Raiders roster. Heidi Fang is joined by Chuck Esposito from Station Casinos to talk about NFL Draft Props and local draft events.

  28. First & 10 Podcast: Will Kirk Cousins be the Raiders starting QB?

    Vegas Nation's Ed Graney and Adam Hill take a look at how Kirk Cousins fits the Raiders plans for the future, analyze whether or not he'll be the team's starting QB for the season, how possibly drafting a rookie QB would stir things up for the veteran, and talk about offseason training programs...

  29. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: What Cousins and Mendoza Bring to the Raiders

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss what Kirk Cousins agreeing to terms with the Raiders does for the team and the future of the franchise if they draft Fernando Mendoza, takeaways from Mendoza's Pro Day in Indiana and a recap on the NFL Owners Meetings. Heidi Fang is joined by Station...

  30. First & 10 Podcast: Super Bowl 63 Coming to Las Vegas in 2029

    In this episode of Vegas Nation: First and 10, Adam Hill, Callie Fin and Ed Graney give their thoughts on the Super Bowl coming to Las Vegas in 2029, and speak from the NFL Owners Meetings on some hot topics with the Raiders.

  31. FIRST & 10 PODCAST: Raiders Big Week Ahead with Owners Meetings, Mendoza's Pro Day

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss what's on the agenda where the Raiders are concerned at the NFL Owners Meetings, Fernando Mendoza's upcoming pro day, Spytek's comments on Maxx Crosby & the passing of Barret Robbins. Heidi Fang is joined by Station Casinos' Chuck Esposito to talk...

  32. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Nakobe Dean Speaks on Signing With Raiders

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney talk about Maxx Crosby's comments regarding the cancelled Ravens trade and how that affected free agency. The pair also share Nakobe Dean's thoughts on joining the Raiders, and speak with Seahawks Offensive…

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  33. FIRST & 10 PODCAST: Raiders Bring in Players with Winning Mindsets

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney take a look at the Raiders newly signed players and what they have in common, talk about the latest in Maxx Crosby news, and discuss who may be the best option to help groom Fernando Mendoza in the NFL. Station Casinos Chuck Esposito speaks with Heidi Fang…

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  34. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Ravens bow out of Maxx Crosby trade

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney break down what happens next after the Ravens backed out of the trade agreement that would've given the Raiders the 14th pick in this year's draft and a first-round pick in 2027 in exchange for defensive end Maxx Crosby.

  35. FIRST & 10 PODCAST: Breaking Down the Maxx Crosby Trade

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney break down the reports of defensive end Maxx Crosby being traded to the Baltimore Ravens, and examine options the Raiders may have with the draft capital they will have in receiving two first-round draft picks.

  36. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Likelihood Maxx Crosby is Traded, Free Agent Needs

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss the likelihood Maxx Crosby is traded soon, the Raiders moving on from Geno Smith, players the team should retain and needs in free agency and the draft.

  37. FIRST AND 10: News from the Raiders at the NFL Combine

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney break down what Klint Kubiak revealed at the NFL Combine, including his plans for the Raiders offense and defense, discuss if the team keeps the no. 1 pick, takeaways from John Spytek's comments on Maxx Crosby, and Station Casinos Chuck Esposito joins the…

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  38. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Raiders, Kubiak Building for the Future

    Las Vegas Review-Journal/Vegas Nation reporting staff discusses the top storylines around the Las Vegas Raiders, with interviews and insights for everything you need to know about the Raiders.

  39. FIRST & 10 PODCAST: Analysis of the Raiders introducing new head coach Klint Kubiak

    Vegas Nation's Callie Fin and Ed Graney break down their takes on Klint Kubiak's introductory press conference, his thoughts on Ashton Jeanty, the offense, Maxx Crosby, and hear from Mark Davis on their no. 1 draft pick as well.

  40. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: What the Raiders Get in Kubiak, Crosby Makes Headlines

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss Raiders' headlines from Super Bowl media week as the impending hire of Klint Kubiak received buzz, Ashton Jeanty gave his thoughts on the new outlook for the offense and Maxx Crosby speaks out after Jay Glazer said the defensive end wanted a trade.

  41. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Raiders Plan To Hire Klint Kubiak

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss the news that the Raiders are planning to hire Klint Kubiak as their next head coach. Hill and Graney also unpack personnel implications, and coaching staff implications that could go with the Kubiak news.

  42. Vegas Nation: First and 10 Podcast: Raiders All-in on Klint Kubiak?

    With Broncos QB Coach Davis Webb withdrawing from the Raiders coaching search, Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss if that means the team is all-in on Klint Kubiak, who the other options may be, Bill Belichick's HOF snub and Station Casinos' Chuck Esposito joins Heidi Fang to talk…

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  43. First and 10 Podcast: Can Mendoza turn the Raiders around?

    In this episode of the Vegas Nation: First and 10 Podcast, Adam Hill and Ed Graney discuss whether or not Fernando Mendoza can be the asset the Raiders need to become a winning team, which coaches are the right fit if they do draft Mendoza and what a recent interview with Maxx Crosby could mean…

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  44. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Top Options in Raiders Coaching Search

    Vegas Nation's Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill discuss their top options for the Raiders to consider in their search for a new head coach and how Fernando Mendoza's stock moved this week. Chuck Esposito from Station Casinos talks about the odds in the weekend's NFL Divisional playoffs.

  45. FIRST AND 10 PODCAST: Are the Raiders Sold on Drafting Fernando Mendoza?

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Vinny Bonsignore discuss what Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza has to offer, and question if the Raiders are sold on him as the No. 1 pick overall in the NFL Draft. They also contemplate which head coach and offensive coordinator combos could groom a young quarterback.

  46. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Big Changes Set Up Big Off-Season

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill talk about Raiders General Manager John Spytek's comments about the future of the franchise following the firing of Head Coach Pete Carroll, and the futures of Maxx Crosby' and Geno Smith.

  47. POSTGAME PODCAST: Pete Carroll's Future With the Raiders In Question

    The Raiders secure the no. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Vinny Bonsignore discuss what they saw in the team's win in the final week of the season, what Pete Carroll's future is with the franchise and their thoughts on what the Raiders can do with the top pick....

  48. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: If You're Dressed, You're Playing 

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill discuss the Raiders' quarterback situation after Geno Smith's injury, and how both Kenny Pickett as well as Aidan O'Connell are expected to play against the Chiefs. The pair also discuss the coordinator...

  49. POSTGAME PODCAST: Rebuilding the Raiders, Choices to Make for the Future

    Vegas Nation's Adam Hill and Vinny Bonsignore contemplate options for the Raiders after their loss to the Giants, how the team should handle a rebuild, and choices to make with players to gain draft capital.

  50. FIRST AND 10 Podcast: Maxx Crosby Sat Down By The Raiders

    In this episode of the FIRST AND 10 Podcast, Vegas Nation's Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill discuss the fall out of Maxx Crosby being sat down for the Raiders game against the Giants, then leaving the facility. Bonsignore and Hill talk about possible future moves that each party could make, as…

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Las Vegas Review-Journal/Vegas Nation reporting staff discusses the top storylines around the Las Vegas Raiders, with interviews and insights for everything you need to know about the Raiders.

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