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By Heidi Fang / Las Vegas Review-Journal

October 17, 2019 - 5:47 pm

Ahead of the Raiders facing the Packers in Green Bay at Lambeau Field, Review-Journal sports columnist Ed Graney and Vegas Nation podcast host and videographer Heidi Fang gave a preview of what’s to come in Week 7 of the NFL season and recapped the team’s win over the Bears in London.

They also addressed the domestic violence civil suit that was brought against starting right tackle Trent Brown, tight end Darren Waller’s contract extension and how surprising the Raiders 3-2 record is at this point in the season.

Heidi and Ed will answer all your Raiders’ questions, each week on the Vegas Nation Mailbag. Follow them on Twitter @edgraney or @HeidiFang and send in your questions.

Raiders say sweatshirt worn by Gardner Minshew was not authentic

By Adam Hill / RJ

April 18, 2024 - 6:42 pm

A photo that showed Gardner Minshew wearing a black sweatshirt with the phrase “Lil Ass Boy” across the chest was the top trending Raiders topic on social media Tuesday and Wednesday.

What are the Raiders’ cornerback, safety options in the draft?

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

April 18, 2024 - 2:33 pm

One of the Raiders’ few holes on defense is at cornerback. The good news for them is that this month’s draft class gives them plenty of options to fill it.

Annual Knights-Raiders softball showdown returns with new captain

By Ben Gotz / RJ

April 18, 2024 - 1:07 pm

The Golden Knights’ annual softball game against the Raiders will return this year, with a new captain replacing Reilly Smith.

Raiders’ defensive breakdown: What are their biggest draft needs?

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

April 17, 2024 - 11:55 am

The Raiders had a surprising turnaround on defense last season, but they could still look to add on that side of the ball during this month’s NFL draft.

Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell takes questions during a media availability on the f ...

Graney: Raiders quarterback needs to be better to earn No. 1 role

By Ed Graney / RJ

April 16, 2024 - 3:15 pm

The Raiders starting quarterback down the stretch last season is prepared to compete for his job. It’s all he’s ever known as a football player.

Texas running back Jonathon Brooks, center, is tackled by Kansas defensive lineman Caleb Sampso ...

What are the Raiders’ running back options in the draft?

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

April 16, 2024 - 2:59 pm

The Raiders have remade their running back room this offseason, but there are still a number of intriguing options in this year’s NFL draft.

Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo (5) greets fans after defeating the Denver Broncos 27-14 follo ...

These pro sports teams struck gold in Las Vegas. It wasn’t an easy journey

By Mick Akers / RJ

April 16, 2024 - 6:00 am

Whether they’re relocation or expansion teams, adding new pro teams to Las Vegas takes hard work by owners, Oak View Group Las Vegas president Marc Badain said.

Maxx Crosby ‘guarantees’ Chiefs wouldn’t have planted flag on Raiders logo

By Adam Hill / RJ

April 15, 2024 - 6:14 pm

Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby insisted he wasn’t bothered by Marquez Valdes-Scantling’s celebratory move after the Chiefs won the Super Bowl at Allegiant Stadium.

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) runs the ball after a catch against Vanderbilt in the first ...

What are Raiders’ wide receiver and tight end options in NFL draft?

By Adam Hill / RJ

April 15, 2024 - 11:34 am

The Raiders could use a dynamic third option at wide receiver and depth at receiver and tight end, and should be able to find impact players in the NFL draft.

Raiders starter ‘super happy’ to sign new deal with team

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

April 15, 2024 - 2:53 pm

Raiders center Andre James didn’t want to leave in free agency this offseason. Luckily for him, he and the team agreed to terms on a new three-year deal.