Las Vegas Raiders 2026 NFL free agency tracker

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 7: Thomas Booker IV #99 of the Las Vegas Raiders stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium on December 07, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

NFL free agency is here and this is your place to track all the latest Las Vegas Raiders and NFL news and rumors during the entire free-agency process.

Check back often. We'll update everything below in reverse chronological order:

Raiders offseason scorecard:

Traded: Defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens for No. 14 pick n 2026 and a first-round pick in 2027 (TRADE CALLED OFF), quarterback Geno Smith and a seventh-round pick in 2026 to the New York Jets for a sixth-round pick.

Traded for: Cornerback Taron Johnson from Buffalo. Bills got a sixth-round pick and Raiders got Johnson and a seventh.

Departed in free agency: Quarterback Kenny Pickett (Panthers), Stone Forsythe (Panthers), defensive back Lonnie Johnson (Dolphins), guard Dylan Parham (Jets).

Released: Guard Alex Cappa.

Re-signed: Cornerback Eric Stokes, pass-rusher Malcolm Koonce

Restricted free agent re-signed: Defensive tackle Thomas Booker.

Signed: Baltimore center Tyler Linderbaum, Minnesota wide receiver Jalen Nailor, Colts pass-rusher Kwity Paye, Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean, Packers linebacker Quay Walker, 49ers kicker Matt Gay, Steelers fullback Connor Heyward, Seahawks wide receiver Dareke Young, Colts linebacker/special teamer Segan Olubi.

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G Spencer Burford (49ers).

March 17A

As expected the Raiders are keeping restricted free agent, defensive tackle Thomas Booker. It was just a procedural move. Booker was solid last season after coming over in a trade from the Eagles for cornerback Jakorian Bennett.

The Raiders are hosting guard Spencer Burford on a visit. He'd might compete for a starting job if signed. He has history with Raiders' coach Klint Kubiak.

After visiting the LA Chargers, former #49erd OL free agent Spencer Burford is heading to Vegas to visit with the Raiders.

- Jennifer Lee Chan -all platforms: @jenniferleechan (@jenniferleechan) March 17, 2026

The rest of the AFC West has been fairly quiet - until now. The Broncos traded for Miami wide receiver Jaylen Waddle for a package that includes the No. 3o overall pick. Waddle pumps some juice into Sean Payton's offense.

The Broncos updated WR room:

Jaylen Waddle
Courtland Sutton
Pat Bryant
Troy Franklin
Marvin Mims
Lil'Jordan Humphrey
Michael Bandy pic.twitter.com/KJzGyavDcP

- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2026

March 16

The Raiders signed linebacker/special teamer Segan Olubi. He's appeared in 51 career games and has 30 career tackles on special teams and he has two blocked punts.

The Kansas City Chiefs are trading for Jets' quarterback Justin Fields. He will be Patrick Mahomes' backup and could play early in the season if Mahomes isn't fully recovered from his torn ACL. It could be a big break for the Raiders if they play the Chiefs early.

More about the Jets finalizing a trade that would send quarterback Justin Fields to the Chiefs in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick:https://t.co/ckEhlkPj3A

- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2026

March 12

The 49ers signed former Raiders cornerback Nate Hobbs. He was cut by the Packers this week.

The Raiders signed Seattle receiver/returner Dareke Young. He played for Raiders coach Klint Kubiak. He also plays on special teams. Could be a bottom-of-the-roster player.

Next stop for @DarekeYoung4 @Raiders#LegendsLiveHerepic.twitter.com/ojWFszcU6J

- SportsTrust Advisors (@_SportsTrust) March 13, 2026

The Commanders have signed running back Rachaad White. He was considered a fit for the Raiders.

Source said that the Buffalo Bills and the Las Vegas Raiders also offered to sign fullback Adam Prentice to a one-year, $1.215 million minimum deal. But he elected to re-sign on that deal with the #Broncos.

- Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) March 12, 2026

The Raiders reportedly offered fullback Adam Prentice a deal, but he opted to stay with the Broncos. He was in New Orleans with new Raiders' head coach Klint Kubiak, who had him with the Saints.

March 11

The Falcons have released quarterback Kirk Cousins and The Athletic reports the Raiders are expected to show interest for him to be a mentor to Fernando Mendoza. Cousins was in Minnesota with new Raiders' head coach Klint Kubiak.

Expect the Las Vegas Raiders to show interest in Kirk Cousins as they look for a veteran QB addition to help develop presumptive No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza. pic.twitter.com/TFNo023SnY

- Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 11, 2026

Defensive back Lonnie Johnson, who played for the Raiders last season, is signing with Miami. He was not a priority for Las Vegas.

ESPN reported the 49ers are expected to release wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk as soon as today. He has ties to the new Raiders' staff.

With the new league year set to begin today, the #49ers plan to release WR Brandon Aiyuk. Could happen as soon as today, but certainly soon. Washington is the most likely landing spot for Aiyuk, probably on a one-year prove it deal.

SF is expected to use post June 1 designation,...

- Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) March 11, 2026

March 10

ESPN reported Raiders' tackle Stone Forsythe is signing with the Carolina Panthers. The Raiders had no plans to bring him back. He started 13 games for an injured Kolton Miller at left tackle in 2025.

Free agent OT Stone Forsythe plans to sign with the Carolina Panthers, per sources. Five-year vet was drafted by Seattle and last with Las Vegas. pic.twitter.com/AMELKpRH4z

- Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 10, 2026

ESPN's Adam Schefter said he doesn't think the Jaguars have interest on trading third-year wide receiver Brian Thomas. There had been speculation he could be traded and the Raiders were reported to be interested. But, apparently, there isn't much going on.

"I've been told that the Jaguars aren't interested in trading Brian Thomas..

His name continues to be floated out there but the Jaguars have no interest in moving on from him"@AdamSchefter#PMSLivepic.twitter.com/OWANXWxu6N

- Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) March 10, 2026

Cornerback Nate Hobbs, who left the Raiders in fee agency last year, was released by the Packers.

Some restricted free agent tender news on Thomas Booker and Jordan Meredith.

#Raiders have applied an original round RFA tender to DT Thomas Booker IV and a standard tender RFA on guard/center Jordan Meredith.

If Booker signs offer sheet signed with another team, LV is entitled to a pick in the round he was originally drafted (5th round).

- Ryan McFadden (@ryanmcfadden_) March 10, 2026

March 9

Guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, a potential target for the Raiders, is signing with the Patriots.

Safety Alohi Gilman is heading to the Chiefs. Former Charger comes back to the AFC West.

Running back Rico Dowdle is signing a two-year, $12.25 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Linebacker Devin Lloyd is signing with the Panthers, three years, $45 million. The Raiders added two linebackers, Nakobe Dean and Quay Walker, earlier in free agency.

Receiver Rahsid Shaheed is staying in Seattle. He was closely connected to Raider's head coach Klint Kubiak.

Backup quarterback Kenny Pickett is signing with Carolina. the Raiders traded a fifth-round pick for him last summer.

The pass-rusher market is moving as Seattle's Boye Mafe went to the Bengals and the Chargers' Odafe Oweh went to Washington. There's still some possible Crosby replacements out there including Trey Hendrickson.

The Giants signed linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, who was connected to the Raiders.

A first Raider has left in free agency as linebacker Jamal Adams has signed with the jets, who drafted him. He wasn't a high-priority player for Las Vegas.

Seattle safety Coby Bryant, who was often connected to Las Vegas, is signing with the Chicago Bears.

Running back Kenneth Gainwell, considered a good fit for the Raiders, signed with Tampa Bay. Keep an eye out on Buccaneers' running back Rachaad White for the Raiders. He was in Tampa Bay with Raiders' GM John Spytek.

The Panthers are signing Eagles' pass-rusher Jaelen Phillips. He had history with the Raiders' coaching staff. There are plenty of pass rushers out there.

The Super Bowl MVP is coming to the AFC West as the Chiefs are signing running back Kenneth Walker.

The Colts re-signed wide receiver Alec Piece for a four-year, $116 million deal. The Raiders were interested. There are plenty of other wide receivers available.

The Raiders are reportedly making progress on a contract with cornerback Eric Stokes.

The #Raiders have continued to push to try and re-sign cornerback Eric Stokes and have seemingly made progress as they attempt to keep him, sources tell @CBSSports.

The former first-round pick was a starter for Vegas last year in his first season with the Raiders. pic.twitter.com/rJ7CGN7DXC

- Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) March 9, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys are trading for edge Rashan Gary from the Green Bay Packers.

Former Raiders' fullback Alec Ingold signed with the Los Angele Chargers.

The Texans kept to guard option, Ed Ingram, off the market.

If the Raiders want Tua Tagovailoa, he's available.