Oakland Raiders reportedly file trademark applications for ‘Las Vegas Raiders’

Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis stands on the field before an NFL football game between the Raiders and the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015, in Cleveland. Oakland won 27-20. (David Richard/AP)

In the spring, Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis said he was not using Las Vegas in a game of bargaining leverage, and Davis continues to show he means business.

The Raiders filed trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Aug. 20 for the mark “Las Vegas Raiders,” according to a report by Forbes. It does not necessarily mean the NFL franchise is relocating, but it is another indication of the Raiders’ intentions.

The Southern Nevada Tourism Infrastructure Committee is meeting again today at UNLV to debate a plan for a domed stadium that would serve as the Raiders’ new home.

The Forbes report revealed the team filed for “Las Vegas Raiders” trademark protection in classes including education and entertainment services, clothing, mobile applications, football helmets, and trading cards, among others.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Contact reporter Matt Youmans at myoumans@reviewjournal.com or 702-387-2907. Follow on Twitter: @mattyoumans247