The Maxx Crosby trade is a cannon shot signaling the start of a massive Raiders rebuild around Fernando Mendoza

The Maxx Crosby Trade: A Bold Signal for a Major Raiders Rebuild Centered on Fernando Mendoza At the NFL scouting combine, a high-ranking AFC executive analyzed Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the potential No. 1 draft pick. While acknowledging Mendoza’s toughness and impressive performances, he raised concerns regarding the strong support from his team, including a … Read more

Raiders’ Geno Smith move seems to show true Fernando Mendoza intentions

Raiders’ Geno Smith Acquisition Reveals True Intentions of Fernando Mendoza Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek revealed he hadn’t spoken with veteran quarterback Geno Smith since the end of the 2025 season, confirming Smith’s lack of future with the team. The Raiders will release Smith at the start of the new league year, saving … Read more

Sources: Raiders to release QB Geno Smith, barring trade

Sources: Raiders Set to Release QB Geno Smith Unless Trade Occurs The Las Vegas Raiders plan to release quarterback Geno Smith, opening $8 million in salary cap space while incurring $18.5 million in dead money. Smith, who signed a two-year, $75 million extension after being traded from the Seattle Seahawks, struggled with inconsistency, throwing 19 … Read more