Derek Carr
FILE - Tennessee Titans tight ends coach Todd Downing watches a drill during NFL football training camp in Nashville, Tenn., in this Friday, Aug. 28, 2020, file photo. Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel announced promoting from within, Friday, Jan. 29, 2021. Todd Downing to offensive coordinator and Shane Bowen to defensive coordinator. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, Pool, File)
Mike Vrabel stays in-house for Titans' new coordinators

By Teresa M. Walker Jan. 29, 2021 02:22 PM EST

Denver Broncos cornerback Michael Ojemudia (23) forces a fumble by Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Raiders miss playoffs for 3rd season under coach Jon Gruden

By Josh Dubow Jan. 04, 2021 06:05 PM EST

Denver Broncos safety Alijah Holder (33), free safety Justin Simmons (31) and cornerback Parnell Motley celebrate after Simmons made an interception against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Derek Carr rallies Las Vegas Raiders to 32-31 win in Denver

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 03, 2021 08:20 PM EST

Sun illuminates the bust of Denver Broncos running back and Pro Football Hall of Famer Floyd Little late Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, in the team's Ring of Fame plaza outside Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. Little, who was the franchise's sole star during years of struggles in the 1960s and 1970s, died at 78 from a rare form of cell cancer in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos 1/3/2021

Jan. 02, 2021 07:08 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins catches the game-winning touchdown as Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White (27), free safety Jordan Poyer (21) and strong safety Micah Hyde, left, defend during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 32-20. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
On Football: From 2020's best play to its weirdest moment

By Barry Wilner Jan. 01, 2021 11:13 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throws a pass while being chased down by Atlanta Falcons Jacob Tuioti-Mariner during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
NFL on pace to set scoring record in 2020 season

By Josh Dubow Jan. 01, 2021 02:09 AM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) misses a pass in the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Raiders, Broncos jockeying for draft position, not playoffs

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 31, 2020 04:59 PM EST

Alvin Kamara, corredor de los Saints de Nueva Orleáns, festeja luego de realizar su sexto acarreo de anotación en el duelo ante los Vikings de Minnesota, el viernes 25 de diciembre de 2020 (AP Foto/Butch Dill)
Curious calls by Sean Payton, Jon Gruden highlight Week 16

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 29, 2020 02:26 AM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) speaks with head coach Jon Gruden during the second half of an NFL football game Miami Dolphins, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Marcus)
Another late-season collapse keeps Raiders out of playoffs

By Josh Dubow Dec. 28, 2020 05:36 PM EST

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders (7) celebrates after making a game-winning field goal with seconds left during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Marcus)
Raiders keep finding ways to lose, fall to Dolphins 26-25

By W.g. Ramirez Dec. 27, 2020 01:23 AM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Nelson Agholor (15) runs to score a touchdown against Miami Dolphins strong safety Bobby McCain (28) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Marcus)
Dolphins stun Raiders 26-25 to move step closer to playoffs

By Josh Dubow Dec. 26, 2020 11:32 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders 12/26/2020

Dec. 26, 2020 08:20 PM EST

Carr active for Raiders, Parker out for Dolphins

Dec. 26, 2020 07:05 PM EST
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Quarterback Derek Carr is active for the Las Vegas Raiders after leaving last week’s game with an injured groin. Carr was...

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) looks to pass against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Gruden optimistic Carr can start for Raiders

By Josh Dubow Dec. 24, 2020 06:25 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks strong safety Jamal Adams (33) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2020 04:15 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) celebrates his score against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Dolphins move past Raiders in rebuilding process

By Josh Dubow Dec. 24, 2020 03:02 PM EST

Dolphins visit Raiders needing 2 wins to clinch playoffs

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 11:24 AM EST
MIAMI (9-5) at LAS VEGAS (7-7) Saturday, 8:15 p.m. ET, NFL Network OPENING LINE - Dolphins by 2 1/2 ...

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) limps on the sidelines after a play against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Derek Carr upgraded to full participant for Raiders

By Josh Dubow Dec. 23, 2020 05:44 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) limps on the sidelines after a play against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Carr hopes to play for Raiders despite groin injury

By Josh Dubow Dec. 22, 2020 07:26 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) looks to pass against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Raiders in midst of another late-season collapse

By Josh Dubow Dec. 18, 2020 05:46 PM EST