The Raiders’ offense has undergone several changes this offseason, with the trade for quarterback Geno Smith being the most impactful one. Questions still loom at the receiver position, but movement on that front does not appear to be close. 
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Nothing is imminent regarding a free agent receiver signing, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal writes. Upgrading at the position is seen as a need given the team’s post-Davante Adams setup at the position, and with more than $50MM in cap space affording a veteran would not be a problem. Vegas could instead elect to wait until the draft to add at the skill positions, Bonsignore adds.
In general, the Raiders have not been active regarding splashy additions so far this offseason (with the exception of Smith, of course). That approach has been by design, with The Athletic’s Vic Tafur noting the team did not view the 2025 free agent class as an overly attractive one (subscription required). That view was popular amongst many in the NFL, as showcased by the number of notable players who re-signed before the negotiating period even began.
Vegas has seen the likes of Tre’von Moehrig, Nate Hobbs, Robert Spillane and Divine Deablo depart on defense in free agency. Replacements like Jeremy Chinn, Eric Stokes and Elandon Roberts represent short-term options, but they were not acquired via big-ticket deals. As Tafur notes, the new regime led by general manager John Spytek, head coach Pete Carroll and minority owner Tom Brady prioritized adding 2026 compensatory picks when planning its spending for free agency. As such, future moves involving a large financial commitment would come as a surprise.
The trade which sent Adams to the Jets left the Raiders with Jakobi Meyers as their top receiver, and he is under contract for one more season. Tre Tucker and Kyle Phillips are also on the books, but they are best suited to complementary roles behind Meyers and an addition on the WR depth chart. Options still on the market include Stefon Diggs, Keenan Allen and Amari Cooper; many have pointed to the Raiders as a landing spot for Tyler Lockett following his Seahawks release since that would allow him to reunite with Carroll.
A modest, short-term investment in one of those veterans is certainly feasible given the Raiders’ cap space. If one is not made soon, though, the draft will become an increasingly important avenue to upgrade the team’s passing game.
New regime is blowing it already.
They have more than just issues at WR…
And I don’t blame them for not signing any of those guys listed
Carroll will look to replicate his 2012 Draft and draft starters straight into his scheme
They have more than just issues at WR…
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I wouldn’t over-invest this year either. Cooper would be good, but only on a short contract. We need at least one more year of building.
I agree 100% Carroll is a defensive coach so he knows what he is looking for
Sign Keenan and draft T Mac first round
Is Tyler Lockett to obvious for LV? I get the age concern but he cannot be very expensive. He has averaged around 8.9 million year over the past 10 years. Sure he may want more then he was making the last few years in SEA but the cap has gone up and up. Lockett would be a reliable/familiar target for Geno. I think Lockett has missed only 2 maybe 3 games over the past 10 years. I may be wrong on that number but if ‘availability on game day’ is a skill…
Yes they need to draft a rookie WR, but a veteran addition is a smart move for the right price (if they don’t add a WR then my guess is they plan on drafting McMillan at #6). Wouldn’t mind seeing LV be a little aggressive this draft and trade back into the 2nd round (or 1st) if there is a piece they think is worth adding. However since Geno is the plan for the next year (or two) then LV could wait until next year to draft their QB of the future and just fill holes with the picks they have.
I agree Tyler L seems like perfect for Raiders. He has a good relationship with Geno. At this point of career still deserves good salary but woul not be a expensive option. I’m surprised there hasn’t been more news of teams talking to him.
Im feeling Diggs.
Pete Carroll is making a comeback at age 73 so it wouldn’t surprise me if he tried to coax Tim Brown into attempting a comeback too.
I think the Raiders should trade for Elijah Moore. I don’t think it would cost much to get him from the Browns. He’s way younger than any of these old guys everyone is throwing around because they used to be good.