Derek Carr
FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2019, file photo, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas, top, is tackled by Los Angeles Rams inside linebacker Cory Littleton during the second half of an NFL football game in Los Angeles. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed with free agent linebacker Cory Littleton on a three-year contract. A person familiar with the contract says the sides came to agreement on the deal to give the Raiders a major upgrade at linebacker. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract can't be signed until the start of the new league year on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Raiders target defense early in free agency

By Josh Dubow Mar. 18, 2020 06:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans' quarterback Marcus Mariota warms up before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed on a contract with free agent Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the deal said Monday, March 16, 2020, the Raiders reached the deal with the former No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
AP source: Raiders agree to deal with QB Marcus Mariota

By Josh Dubow Mar. 16, 2020 10:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. The Browns opened a unique free agency period by placing a second-round tender on running back Kareem Hunt, who played eight games last season after returning from an NFL suspension. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL bars player and team personnel travel in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 16, 2020 06:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans' quarterback Marcus Mariota warms up before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed on a contract with free agent Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the deal said Monday, March 16, 2020, the Raiders reached the deal with the former No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
The Latest: 49ers safety Jimmie Ward gets 3-yr deal to stay

By The Associated Press Mar. 16, 2020 12:01 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo,Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. Now that we know Philip Rivers won't be leading the Chargers into SoFi Stadium in September, the muddied waters of NFL quarterbacking have been cleared a bit. Just a little bit. Not knowing where Rivers might be headed if anywhere in 2020 doesn't simplify things at all. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Analysis: Offseason Fix: Where are the free QBs headed?

By Barry Wilner Feb. 12, 2020 02:36 AM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Chase Young plays against Michigan in the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Record-setting defensive end Chase Young is leaving Ohio State early to enter the NFL draft, a widely expected move. The junior Heisman Trophy finalist made the announcement Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, on Twitter. He says he looks forward to "joining a new family in the NFL this spring and being part of something special.” (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
NFL 101: What's ahead as next century of pro football begins

By Barry Wilner Feb. 04, 2020 02:47 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce arrives before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Tennessee Titans at Kansas City Chiefs 1/19/2020

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Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr reacts after missing a two-point attempt during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Carr sees promise ahead as Raiders miss playoffs yet again

By Pat Graham Dec. 29, 2019 10:37 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett (58) celebrates with cornerback Carlton Davis (33) at Barrett sacked Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
NFL Today, Week 17

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 10:23 PM EST

Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) runs with the ball as Denver Broncos inside linebacker Todd Davis (51) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos beat Raiders 16-15 to keep rival from playoffs

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 29, 2019 08:12 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick celebrates his winning touchdown pass to Mike Gesicki in the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Dolphins stun Pats; Chiefs top Chargers to grab bye in AFC

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 05:58 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock throws a pass under pressure from Oakland Raiders defensive end Benson Mayowa (91) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Oakland Raiders at Denver Broncos 12/29/2019

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers-Seahawks prime-time showdown highlights Week 17

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 26, 2019 06:47 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2019. file photo, Denver Broncos offensive tackle Jake Rodgers (69) looks to block an Arizona Cardinals player during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Denver. The Denver Broncos could be relying on a jumbled offensive line this weekend in the regular season finale against Oakland. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Broncos can end Oakland's run as an NFL city with win Sunday

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 26, 2019 04:48 PM EST

Raiders-Broncos Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2019 02:34 PM EST
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Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr celebrates after a touchdown by running back DeAndre Washington during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Raiders confident Carr can win in the cold

Michael Wagaman Dec. 24, 2019 07:08 PM EST

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr celebrates after a touchdown by running back DeAndre Washington during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Raiders' slim playoff hopes still alive heading into Week 17

By Josh Dubow Dec. 23, 2019 07:17 PM EST