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NFL·ANALYSIS·November 1, 2026 08:40 AM ET

Raiders evaluate roster direction amid losing skid

Kirk Cousins remains the starter ahead of the deadline.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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Four straight losses for the Raiders with the trade deadline approaching. Via @WerderEdNFL on X

What happened: The Las Vegas Raiders face mounting roster questions as consecutive losses mount ahead of the trade deadline. The organization continues to evaluate its roster while keeping Kirk Cousins under center. Team leadership has maintained support for Cousins despite the recent slump.

Why it matters: The slide puts Las Vegas in a precarious position in the standings as the front office determines whether to buy, sell, or stand pat. With the deadline approaching, roster moves could signal the franchise's direction for the remainder of the season. Sustaining competitiveness requires stabilizing the offense and ending the slide.

What to watch: The Las Vegas Raiders travel to face the New York Jets on Sun Nov 1 at 1:00 PM ET. Front-office decisions are expected as the trade window closes.

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