Raiders Seek 3 Key Additions for 2026 Season

Klint Kubiak's squad eyes running back, safety, and wide receiver upgrades this offseason.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:18pm

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The Las Vegas Raiders are hoping to find three key additions this offseason to bolster their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season. The team is seeking a complementary running back to pair with 2025 first-round pick Ashton Jeanty, additional depth at safety to support Jeremy Chinn and Isaiah Pola-Mao, and at least one new wide receiver to complement Jalen Nailor and the team's young receiving corps.

Why it matters

The Raiders are in the midst of a two-year rebuild under new defensive coordinator Rob Leonard and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Addressing these three key positions could help accelerate the team's return to contention in the AFC West.

The details

The Raiders currently have three running backs on the roster but are seeking to add at least one, if not two, more to create a strong running back tandem in Kubiak's offense. At safety, the team has just three players at the position and is looking to add more depth, especially with plans to run more nickel and dime defensive packages. And at wide receiver, the Raiders are expected to carry six players at the position, with at least two or three new additions coming via free agency, trade, or the draft.

  • The Raiders are exploring options to address these needs through free agency, trades, and the 2026 NFL Draft.

The players

Klint Kubiak

The Raiders' offensive coordinator, known for his two-back offensive system.

Rob Leonard

The Raiders' new defensive coordinator, who plans to run an aggressive defensive scheme.

John Spytek

The Raiders' general manager, who has been active in free agency and exploring trade options.

Ashton Jeanty

The Raiders' 2025 first-round pick, who is expected to be the team's lead running back.

Jeremy Chinn

The Raiders' starting safety, who is considered a team leader and anchor on defense.

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What they’re saying

“I think we've got to get deeper. It's a good draft for that position. I think we've got three guys that we're working with right now. We've got to continue to build that depth.”

— Klint Kubiak, Offensive Coordinator

What’s next

The Raiders will continue to explore options to address their needs at running back, safety, and wide receiver through free agency, trades, and the 2026 NFL Draft.

The takeaway

The Raiders' offseason focus on upgrading key positions of need could pay dividends as the team looks to accelerate its rebuild and return to contention in the AFC West.