Raiders August news tracker
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By: Bill Williamson
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August 21
2:05 p.m.: The Raiders worked out veteran linebacker Vince Biegel.
Some notable tryouts today:#Jets worked out former #Cowboys DB Anthony Brown#49ers worked out former first-round pick WR Corey Coleman#Raiders worked out veteran LB Vince Biegel
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 21, 2023
2:01 p.m.: Former Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs has begun his prison sentence. He is eligible for parole in August, 2026.
Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs appeared Monday in Nevada Department of Corrections booking records as he begins a 3-to-10-year prison sentence. https://t.co/cgmLSdFMTj
— David Charns (@davidcharns) August 21, 2023
8:02 a.m.: There is speculation that Josh Jacobs will return to the Raiders for Week 1.
There’s a growing sense in league circles that Josh Jacobs will be back with the @Raiders before the season opener. But when, exactly? And will he have enough time to be ready to play against the @Broncos? The latest: https://t.co/rywXOljDzD
— Vincent Bonsignore (@VinnyBonsignore) August 21, 2023
August 16
4:58 p.m. PT: This is cool, Raiders.
Raiders to contribute $100K to the Hawaii Community Foundation. Raiders players to wear a “Ninth Island” T-shirt during warm-ups of Saturday’s game vs the Rams. Shirt on sale Saturday @ https://t.co/wK2h30IEK5. 100% of net proceeds raised will go toward Maui fire relief efforts. pic.twitter.com/wXgERD8fOt
— Mick Akers (@mickakers) August 16, 2023
12:40 p.m.: Good stuff, Maxx.
Crosby: “I do what I do. He didn’t like it, and he got what he got.” https://t.co/jt9yeicB6w
— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) August 16, 2023
11:51 p.m.: Things are getting chippy in Southern California.
During 11-on-11, #Raiders DE Maxx Crosby chased down Cam Akers on a run play and tried to punch the ball loose. The play was basically dead, so Akers took offense and punches were thrown. Both sides got involved and it eventually got broken up.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 16, 2023
Crosby also doesn’t appear to be practicing any longer. The #Raiders came here on buses, which is why he’s still on the sideline.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 16, 2023
11:15 a.m.: Per The Athletic, here are the Raiders’ playing not working against the Rams on Wednesday.
#Raiders I don’t see at practice:
– RB Brittain Brown
– G McClendon Curtis
– G Dylan Parham
– DE Chandler Jones
– CB Brandon Facyson
– CB Nate Hobbs— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 16, 2023
9:26 a.m.: Five days after getting dinged in a practice with the 49ers, star Raiders’ receiver Davante Adams is back to work, ready for a joint workout with the Rams in Southern California.
Davante Adams is ready to roll.
— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) August 16, 2023
While some injured players were left behind in Vegas, Mayer and Renfrow are here and will be worked back in slowly
— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) August 16, 2023
#Raiders CB David Long Jr. is practicing. He’d been out for a while.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 16, 2023
August 15
5:02 p.m.: Nice work, Raiders.
The Raiders are also assisting the Henderson All-Stars, pledging $20,000 toward their Little League World Series trip costs. #vegas #raiders #RaiderNation https://t.co/ZbklJpPaA1
— Mick Akers (@mickakers) August 15, 2023
1:59 p.m.: The Raiders worked out several players Tuesday.
#Raiders worked out Doug Costin, Jonathan Garvin, Isaiah Mack, Wyatt Ray and Kenny Willekes
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 15, 2023
August 13
11:42 a.m.: The Raiders cut veteran defensive tackle Kyle Peko.
#Raiders roster move:
– Waived #76 DT Kyle Peko
— Raiders PR (@RAIDERS_PR) August 13, 2023
August 11
10:23 a.m.: The Raiders’ have their interception shoes on in a joint practice with the 49ers.
It’s been another strong day for the #Raiders in pass protection. LB Luke Masterson had an interception in 7-on-7 drills. CB Marcus Peters and LB Robert Spillane have each snagged one during 11-on-11 drills.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 11, 2023
August 10
1:48 p.m.: Linebacker Jaylon Smith worked out for the Raiders last week but is signing with the New Orleans Saints.
Sources: Former #Giants LB Jaylon Smith is signing with the #Saints after today’s workout.
The 2019 Pro Bowl LB had 88 tackles, 3 TFLs and 1 sack in 11 starts last season, while also leading NY with 21 tackles and a TFL in two playoff games. pic.twitter.com/TYO3QttaiF
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) August 10, 2023
August 9
10:39 a.m.: Second-round pick, tight end Michael Mayer is still out. His availability for Sunday’s preseason opener may be in jeopardy.
Don’t see rookie TE Michael Mayer on the field with @Raiders. Second straight missed practice – including two days off in between.
— Vincent Bonsignore (@VinnyBonsignore) August 9, 2023
#Raiders on the active roster who I don’t see at practice:
– WR Chris Lacy
– TE Michael Mayer
– TE Jesper Horsted
– LB Darius Harris
– CB David Long Jr.
– CB Brandon Facyson
– CB Ike Brown— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 9, 2023
10:17 a.m.: Second-year defensive tackle Neil Farrell Jr. has been cleared for practice according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
.@Raiders young defensive lineman cleared to start practicing:https://t.co/4hGS3BfBN5
— Vincent Bonsignore (@VinnyBonsignore) August 9, 2023
10:07 a.m.: Charles Woodson is back in the fold … as a business partner.
I’m officially back in the Silver & Black! @raiders #woodsonwhiskey #raiders #pleasedrinkresponsibly pic.twitter.com/RjCKsCVtbr
— Charles Woodson (@CharlesWoodson) August 9, 2023
August 8
2:18 p.m.: The Raiders worked out some running backs.
#Raiders worked out running backs Isaiah Bowser, Stevie Scott and Antonio Williams
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 8, 2023
August 7
1:41 p.m.: Former Raiders’ first-round Damon Arnette resolved a legal matter.
Former #Raiders first round pick Damon Arnette still hopes to play in NFL after plea in gun case https://t.co/PvcYpBzA67
— Josh Dubow (@JoshDubowAP) August 7, 2023
11:30 a.m.: The Raiders worked out a tight end coming off of an ACL injury.
#Raiders worked out tight end Dakota Allen today, per a league source. Although not signing immediately, could be brought back in near future as team addresses another personnel need
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 7, 2023
August 6
8:31 a.m.: Raiders third-round pick Byron Young has been activated off the PUP list.
#Raiders DT Byron Young is practicing today for the first time during training camp. He’s been activated off the physically unable to perform list. Good timing ahead of joint practices with the 49ers next week.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 6, 2023
August 4
10:42 a.m.: Today’s injury report from The Athletic.
#Raiders I don’t see at practice today:
– RB Josh Jacobs
– DE Tyree Wilson
– DT Neil Farrell Jr.
– DT Byron Young
– CB Brandon Facyson
– CB David Long Jr:
– CB Duke Shelley— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 4, 2023
8:43 a.m.: Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden is continuing his consulting work with the Saints (and Derek Carr).
Jon Gruden wants to “burn down the [NFL’s] house” with his pending lawsuit. For now, he’s still helping to build up the Saints. https://t.co/Uxgzv9MNTn
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) August 4, 2023
August 3
4:01 p.m.: Something to keep on eye on during each draft cycle.
Major change: The NFL has modified the personal conduct policy, granting them the ability (if they choose) to investigate and take disciplinary actions against incoming draft prospects for incidents that may have occurred before a player enters the league.
Incidents such as Joe… pic.twitter.com/HOXvnpttgK
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) August 3, 2023
9:01 a.m.: The Raiders have made some additions to the non-football front office as they continue to try to improve in that area.
#Raiders president Sandra Douglass Morgan in a statement: “To deliver wins off the field, there needs to be extraordinary talent leading our institution and a culture of collaboration and accountability at all levels.” https://t.co/VH1P7CHzyM
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 3, 2023
7:06 a.m.: With a deal in the works to become a minority owner of the Raiders, Tom Brady has become an owner of another type of football team.
Update: To celebrate his 46th Birthday, Tom Brady bought a Soccer Team.
Brady has announced he’s now the co-owner of the English football club Birmingham City.
Brady will also be chairman of a new Advisory Board, which means a hands-on role within the club.
Brady will also… https://t.co/Vkiupehp78 pic.twitter.com/C42YcByC5g
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) August 3, 2023
August 2
2:38 p.m.: The Raiders are looking at a veteran safety.
The #Raiders brought in former Browns and Jaguars DB Ronnie Harrison for a workout today.
Vegas continues to seek secondary help. pic.twitter.com/RzdEmkgpS7
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) August 2, 2023
10:39 a.m.: Apparently, all is good.
It’s part of the #Raiders’ management plan for Garoppolo as he continues to work his way back. It includes scheduled rest days and, at times, limited reps for the quarterback. So, nothing new health wise for him today. https://t.co/Lq2HUYJcjY
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 2, 2023
10:27 a.m.: Something or nothing? We shall see.
Garoppolo left the practice field early, so Brian Hoyer closed out practice as the starter at QB for the #Raiders. I didn’t see him make his exit. McDaniels talked before practice, so we can’t ask him about it today. They’re off practice tomorrow and return to action Friday.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 2, 2023
9:14 a.m.: The Raiders brought back tight end Jacob Hollister.
#Raiders have signed TE Jacob Hollister to replace O.J. Howard.
RB Josh Jacobs, EDGE Tyree Wilson, CB Brandon Facyson, DT Neil Farrell Jr., DT Byron Young and RB Austin Walter aren’t practicing today.
Facyson and Walter were injured this week.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 2, 2023
8:03 a.m.: It seems like Raiders’ cornerback Brandon Facyson has avoided a serious injury, which is, of course, terrific news.
#Raiders HC Josh McDaniels said he doesn’t expect CB Brandon Facyson to be out “long term” after he had to be carted off the field during practice yesterday. Seems it may not have been as bad as it looked.
— Tashan Reed (@tashanreed) August 2, 2023
August 1
2:07 p.m.: The Raiders worked out veteran running backs Damien Williams and Rex Burkhead with Josh Jacobs staying away from the team because of a contract issue. Burkhead was in New England with Raiders coach Josh McDaniels.
The Raiders worked out free agent running backs Rex Burkhead and Damien Williams.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) August 1, 2023
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