Raiders Fan Radio

Join Murf, Swag Jeff and Michelle for a Spooktober episode of RAIDERS Fan Radio! Will Sunday in New York be a haunting affair??? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is up, Raider Nation! Murf is back in the studio breaking down a tough loss against the Rams and diving deep into the biggest questions surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders. From the Kirk Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza quarterback debate to the red zone struggles and defensive meltdowns under Patrick Graham, we’re going around the horn on everything that went wrong. Is it time to make the switch at QB sooner rather than later, or can the Raiders clean up the fundamentals before heading to New York for the Geno Smith revenge game? Huge thank you to our primary sp...

Murf and Swag Jeff are back in the Murf’s Fan Cave Studio for another episode of the Raiders Fan Radio Rundown! The guys recap the hard-fought battle against the Buffalo Bills, break down what went right, and look ahead to the upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Can the Silver and Black capitalize on a depleted Rams defense, fix their red-zone struggles, and get back in the win column? Plus, Swag Jeff drops this week's FanDuel parlay picks and keys to victory. In this episode: Recap of the Bills game & Josh Allen’s playmaking Why this matchup vs. the...

What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to another episode of the 8 Minute Raid, brought to you by FanDuel! In this episode, Murf breaks down the upcoming matchup between the 3-3 Las Vegas Raiders and the 2-4 Los Angeles Rams. With the Rams dealing with key injuries to their wide receiver group and defensive front, Murf outlines why this is a prime "get right" game for the Silver and Black. From key matchups in the trenches to red-zone conversion and pressure on Matthew Stafford, get the full breakdown and score prediction right here! In this episode, we cover:Exploiting the...

What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to Episode 432 of 8 Minute Raid, coming to you live from Murf’s Fan Cave Studio!In this episode, Murf and Michelle break down the hard-fought 30-33 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. We reflect on going toe-to-toe with one of the NFL's elite, discuss the continued growth under Clint Kubiak's leadership, and analyze what’s next as we gear up to face the Los Angeles Rams at home!In this episode, we cover: Game Recap: The Silver and Black's tight battle against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. Red Zone & Offense: The crucial missed oppo...

What is up, Raider Nation? Your buddy Murf is back for another episode of the 8 Minute Raid, brought to you by FanDuel! In this episode, Murf breaks down his recent trip to Las Vegas, broadcasting live from Allegiant Stadium for the annual Fred Biletnikoff Foundation Gala, and interviewing Raider legends including Marcus Allen. Plus, he responds to the social media backlash from Bills Mafia following Sunday's matchup. On the field, the Raiders showed real competitiveness against a top-tier Buffalo Bills team. Murf analyzes Kirk Cousins' performance (23/41, 313 yards, 2 TDs), key plays from Michael Mayer, Brock Bowers, and Tre Tucker, and what...

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In This Episode:

Raiders vs. Patriots postgame breakdown & key takeaways

Pass rush absence & defensive trench struggles

Kirk Cousins' pocket mobility and deep-out throws

Brock Bowers' big performance & New England's second-half adjustments

Fernando Mendoza’s regular-season debut

Trip preview: Live show coming to you from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas

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Donate & learn more: One Nation Foundation

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On this 87th episode of Silver and Black Flashback, we turn back the clock to celebrate one of football's toughest and most colorful defensive linemen: Bob Golic! From his early days pushing blocking sleds in Cleveland to becoming an Ohio State High School Wrestling Champion and a consensus All-American National Champion at Notre Dame, Bob’s athletic journey is the stuff of legend. We trace his jump to the NFL—starting in New England, becoming a three-time Pro Bowl nose tackle for his hometown Cleveland Browns (who claimed him on waivers for just $100!), and ultimately bringing his veteran leadership and phys...

In this episode: Patriots Secondary Injuries: With four of six top defensive backs sidelined (including Gonzalez and Davis), can Kirk Cousins and the Raiders' passing attack exploit the matchups? Tight End Dynamics: How heavy zone coverage on Brock Bowers could open up massive opportunities for Michael Mayer. Wide Receiver Breakouts: Utilizing speed downfield with Tre Tucker and Tyquan Thornton against New England's zone defense. O-Line Protection: Keeping the pocket clean against Christian Barmore and Daymond Jones. Defensive Keys: Forcing Drake Maye into bad decisions and capitalizing on takeaways. Pass Rush Pressure: Why Kwity Paye and Malcolm Koonce need to step...

Murf is back with another edition of the 8-Minute Raid, coming to you live on the road! In this episode, we break down the Las Vegas Raiders' high-octane battle against the Kansas City Chiefs. While moral victories don't count in the standings, the Raiders are showing visible progress under the new regime. In this episode, Murf breaks down: Passing Game Sparks: Kirk Cousins, Brock Bowers, Tre Tucker, and Ashton Jeanty taking advantage of the Chiefs' secondary. Pass Rush Breakdown: Maxx Crosby’s dominant performance (8 pressures, 1.5 sacks) vs. the need for Kwity Paye and Malcolm Koonce to step up. Run Defense St...

Raiders Fan Radio LIVE! Ep. 428 breaks down the amazing games vs our rivals that was won or lost on just a couple plays! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason Fitz (Yahoo Sports Daily, Fox Sports Radio, former ESPN host, and longtime fiddle player for the band Perry) joins the show for an RFR conversation that starts in Nashville and ends in the Silver and Black. Fitz walks through the unlikely path that took him from 300 days a year on the road with Perry, to quitting the band for a usage deal, to sleeping on radio-station couches while grinding local mornings and overnight ESPN fill-ins—all because sports (and the Raiders) were the thing he actually loved. He shares the blunt advice he gives music students and aspiring podcasters: do...

Uncle Mosh is back in the Fan Cave! Murf and Swag Jeff welcome a legendary guest to preview the massive Chiefs Week matchup. The guys dive deep into the Raiders' undefeated energy, discuss the defensive dominance behind the pass rush, breaking down Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers’ impact, and lay out their revised FanDuel parlay for the big game. Plus, Uncle Mosh shares his thoughts on the evolving Allegiant Stadium environment, Klint Kubiak's stoic coaching philosophy, and bold score predictions for the rivalry showdown! In this episode: • Uncle Mosh returns to the show • FanDuel Parlay & Chiefs Week Betting Breakdown • Defensive Line Dom...

Murf, Swag Jeff, and Michelle open Episode 427 of Raiders Fan Radio from the Fan Cave with Victory Tuesday after Las Vegas scored 19 unanswered in the Superdome and beat the Saints 35–27. In the first 30 minutes they hit the comeback, Kirk Cousins’ third straight three-touchdown game (9 TDs through three weeks, a franchise mark), Brock Bowers going over 100 in his return, Mike Washington Jr.’s 36-yard score next to Ashton Jeanty, and a defense that slammed the door again — Maxx Crosby’s late fumble recovery, pressure from Malcolm Koonce and Adam Butler, and Hezekiah Masses’ game-sealing play. Also up front: the historic start (88 points, +34...

What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to The 8-Minute Raid, brought to you by our friends at FanDuel and supported by the BLEAV Network. Both teams enter Week 4 undefeated at 3-0, with 1st place in the AFC West on the line at Allegiant Stadium! The Silver & Black sit as 4.5-point home underdogs, but Murf breaks down the 4 Critical Takeaways & Keys to Victory that can propel the Raiders to 4-0: Targeting KC's Secondary: Getting Brock Bowers, Tre Tucker, and Ashton Jeanty isolated on safety match-ups and Sneed. Disrupting Patrick Mahomes: Generating heat with a 4-man front (Maxx Crosby, Kwity Paye...

Love you, Raider Nation! Flashback is back for Season 6! In Episode 86 of Silver and Black Flashback, we take a trip back to December 2, 1984, for one of the most wild and chaotic shootouts in NFL history. The defending World Champion Los Angeles Raiders marched into the humid Orange Bowl to battle Don Shula, Dan Marino, and the Miami Dolphins. Despite Dan Marino slinging for 470 passing yards, Marcus Allen’s 3-touchdown performance, Mike Haynes’ electrifying 97-yard pick-six, and a dramatic halftime melee involving Lyle Alzado propelled the Raiders to a thrilling 45-34 victory! Special shoutout and dedication in this episode to faithful list...

3-0 BABY! Raiders Offense Reaching Historic Levels! What is up, Raider Nation?! Murf is back on this episode of 8-Minute Raid following a WILD 35-27 victory over the New Orleans Saints! On today's episode, Murf reviews how our four key preview matchups panned out: Klint Kubiak vs. Kellen Moore: Kubiak's playcalling continues to shine as the offense stays hot. Pass Rush vs. Saints Line: Malcolm Koonce, Maxx Crosby, and Adam Butler make key plays down the stretch. Ashton Jeanty & Run Game: Addressing the run game struggles and looking ahead to Mike Washington Jr. getting more reps. Secondary vs. Saints Passing...

Murf and Swag Jeff are back in the Fan Cave after Las Vegas moved to 2-0 with a 26-14 road win over the Chargers. They unpack Kirk Cousins’ three-touchdown night, Tre Tucker’s deep shots, Cody White’s two scores, and a defense that forced turnovers even when Maxx Crosby barely showed up on the stat sheet. Then they play a stack of Raider Nation voicemails — Dream Raider’s wild comeback plan, Susan on Fernando Mendoza already “winning” by bringing in Klint Kubiak, Josh on real linebackers and Jeanty’s drops, Mojoe on SoFi turning silver and black, and Jacob on a team that k...

What is up, Raider Nation? Murf is back on this episode of 8-Minute Raid to breakdown the 2-0 Las Vegas Raiders as they head into the Superdome to face the New Orleans Saints! On today's show, Murf addresses his recent Kirk Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza comments, then dives into the 4 critical keys and matchups the Raiders must win to pull off a big road victory: Klint Kubiak vs. Kellen Moore: The battle of the offensive minds. Pass Rush vs. Saints O-Line: Maxx Crosby, Kwitty Paye, and Malcolm Koonce taking advantage of Saints injuries. Ashton Jeanty vs. Saints Run Defense: Controlling...

What is up Raider Nation! In this episode of the 8-Minute Raid, Murf breaks down the Las Vegas Raiders' massive division win over the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium! We’re diving into:Rob Leonard's Defense: How the Raiders racked up sacks and pressure to rattle Justin Herbert all night long. Maxx Crosby vs. Joe Alt: The relentless pass rush that forced false starts and a safety. Kirk Cousins Proves the Doubters Wrong: Silencing critics with clutch deep throws and commanding the offense. AFC West Outlook: The Raiders sit tied for 1st place at 2-0 as we look ahead to...

Ashton Jeanty First Touchdown of the Game

Kirk Cousins Under 192.5 Passing Yards (Parlay Odds: +967)

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0:00 - Intro & FanDuel Sponsorship
0:28 - Upcoming Schedule & SoFi Stadium Blackout
2:12 - Key 1: Rush Justin Herbert (Maxx Crosby & Pass Rush)
3:00 - Key 2: Brock Bowers vs. Man Coverage
3:42 - Key 3: Third-Down Defense & Finding a Closer
4:46 - Key 4: Ashton Jeanty vs. Chargers Linebackers
5:36 - Why Division Wins Are Essential Since 2021
7:35 - Final Thoughts & Outro

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The Raiders are 1-0. Murf, Swag Jeff, and Michelle open Episode 425 of Raiders Fan Radio with Victory Tuesday after Las Vegas beat the Miami Dolphins.They recap a balanced, decisive home win: methodical Kirk Cousins, Jeanty and Michael Mayer producing, the offensive line holding up, and a defense that may have been the best part of the night — five sacks, physical play from the edges, Quay Walker’s fumble recovery, Jeremy Chinn’s punch-out, and the secondary holding after Darien Porter went down. Also in the first 30 minutes: the 425-yard Derek Carr 2021 tie-in, AFC West chaos (Chargers loss, Broncos getting punche...

0:00 - Introduction & FanDuel Partnership

0:35 - Live Show Schedule & One Nation Foundation

1:23 - Week 1 Revisit: Containment of Malik Willis

2:02 - Shutting Down De'Von Achane & Front Seven Highlights

2:30 - Offensive Line Protection Rates & Ashton Jeanty

3:05 - Secondary Breakdown vs. Dolphins Receivers

3:35 - Why Winning Games You're "Supposed to Win" Matters

4:20 - Raiders Historical Record vs. Sub-.500 Teams Since 2021

5:15 - Quarterback Situation: Kirk Cousins & Fernando Mendoza

6:45 - Wrap Up & Saints Game Primer Preview

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What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to another episode of the 8-Minute Raid, brought to you by FanDuel. Murf is reporting in from an undisclosed location while on the road to break down a hot take: Could the Las Vegas Raiders actually compete for the AFC West this season? We dive into the "worst-to-first" NFL historical trend, break down the Raiders' total contract spending, and analyze how a tough schedule across the division might actually level the playing field. What are your expectations for the Raiders this year? Can they hit 11 wins, or are you just looking for week-to-week...

Episode 424 of Raiders Fan Radio is live from Murph’s Fan Cave with Murf and Michelle Sweat. Swag Jeff is out coaching Charlie’s softball game, so the two-legged stool is holding it down. Football is finally here. The Raiders open Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, the depth chart is out, and the hosts break down why this year feels different. They’re not obsessed with win totals. They want to see real progression instead of the mid-season fade that’s been the story since Gruden. The long-term plan under John Spytek is in place — love it or not — and they compare...

Football season is finally here! In this episode of The 8-Minute Raid, we dive into the Las Vegas Raiders' Week 1 home opener against the Miami Dolphins. We discuss the recent quarterback news around Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza, breaking down what it means for the Raiders' roster strategy. Plus, we highlight key key matchups to watch—including contain strategy against Malik Willis, containing Devon Achane, line play, and how the young secondary stacks up. Tune in for an essential breakdown before kickoff! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

Raiders Fan Radio Episode 423 is live from Murf’s Fan Cave with Murf, Swag Jeff and Michelle. We’re 12 days from the 2026 Las Vegas Raiders season and coming off our favorite trip of the year: Raider Dad weekend in Vegas. Alumni weekend energy, a brutal 115-degree tailgate on asphalt, setup work with Josh and the crew, kids racing shirtless in the heat, cake pops, Raising Cane’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, and why this grassroots event matters more than the team sometimes acts like it does. We also tie episode 423 to original 1960 Raider tight end Charlie Hardy (24 catches, 3 TDs, 423 yards), run FanDue...

What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to The 8-Minute RAID brought to you by our title sponsor, FanDuel! In tonight’s episode, Murf gives a complete Raiders level set as the offseason, training camp, and preseason wrap up. We dive into: One Nation Foundation Recap: Highlights from Las Vegas, presenting $4,000 to Raider Dad charity, sideline experiences at the 49ers game, and shoutouts to the incredible Raider Nation community. Roster Dynamics: Late roster shifts, wide receiver depth, IR updates (Dante Thornton Jr., Cody White), and standout potential from rookie Malik Benson. Quarterback Situation & Speculation: Adam Schefter's comments on Fernando Mendoza, Ki...

Timecode:
00:00 Show open — special cutdown-day edition
00:33 Bringing on Murf, fresh off his flight from Vegas
01:00 The 53-man roster drops (Raiders late as usual)
01:21 Trade: Raiders send Jordan Meredith to the Jets
02:58 Why this 53 isn't the Week 1 53
03:56 How the waiver wire actually works for the Raiders
04:31 Keyron Crawford lost for the season on IR
06:02 Malcolm Koonce and filling the edge void
08:47 Surprise cut: Roman Hemby out of the RB room
09:23 No other Indiana Hoosiers made the team but Mendoza
10:38 Connor Heyward's fullback role and the Marcel Reese comp
12:26 Qu...

What is up, Raider Nation! Welcome back to another episode of the 8-Minute Raid on the Murf's Fan Cave Network, proudly presented by our partners at FanDuel! In today’s episode, your buddy Murf dives deep into what might be GM John Spytek’s first major misstep: the Las Vegas Raiders' kicking battle. From moving on from Daniel Carlson to relying on Matt Gay and Kansei Matsuzawa, we break down why the field goal unit could be a massive question mark heading into 2026. Plus, Murph touches on: Preseason Finale in Vegas: Details on the Lot H tailgate with Raider Dad & the...

Raider Nation, we’re finally locking it in with longtime friend of the show Moe Moton (Bleacher Report, Just Blog Baby, CNN)! Murf sits down with Moe for a fun, wide-ranging conversation that starts with the pure joy of the New York Knicks finally winning a championship and what that meant to the city — then we dive deep into the Las Vegas Raiders after their second preseason game. Key topics include:• Fernando Mendoza’s mixed outing (the pick-six, the drops, and why the Raiders are smart to be patient)• Why Kirk Cousins is locked in as the Week 1 starter and when Mendo...

Raiders Fan Radio Ep. 422 is live from the Fan Cave! Murf, Swag Jeff, and Michelle break down the joint practice with the Houston Texans, recap the first preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, and dive deep into the all-timer episode of Bussin’ with the Boys featuring Maxx Crosby and the Raiders. We highlight Darren Waller’s 422 yards against the Broncos, talk Kirk Cousins’ command of the offense, Fernando Mendoza’s early looks, secondary growing pains, the kicking-game concerns, and the overall vibe heading into the next preseason matchup. Plus fan emails, voicemails, the Sizzler Award, FanDuel picks, and One Nation Foundati...