Raiders Re-Sign Edge Rusher Malcolm Koonce

One-year, $11 million deal keeps 2021 third-round pick in Las Vegas.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Las Vegas Raiders have re-signed edge rusher Malcolm Koonce to a one-year, $11 million contract, keeping the 2021 third-round pick in the fold. Koonce missed the entire 2024 season due to a knee injury but returned in 2025 to appear in 17 games, recording 30 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.

Why it matters

Retaining Koonce provides continuity and depth for the Raiders' defensive front, which has been a priority for the team this offseason as they look to build on a promising 2025 campaign.

The details

Koonce joined the Raiders as a 2021 third-round draft pick and re-signed with the team last year after missing the entire 2024 season with a knee injury. In 2025, he appeared in 17 games and finished the year with 30 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.

  • Koonce re-signed with the Raiders on March 9, 2026.

The players

Malcolm Koonce

A 2021 third-round pick by the Las Vegas Raiders, Koonce is an edge rusher who missed the 2024 season due to a knee injury but returned in 2025 to contribute to the team's defense.

Tyler Linderbaum

A center who the Raiders have agreed to a contract with as part of their offseason roster moves.

Nakobe Dean

A linebacker who the Raiders have agreed to a contract with as part of their offseason roster moves.

Quay Walker

A linebacker who the Raiders have agreed to a contract with as part of their offseason roster moves.

Kwity Paye

An edge rusher who the Raiders have agreed to a contract with as part of their offseason roster moves.

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What’s next

The Raiders will continue to finalize their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season, with the new league year officially opening on March 13.

The takeaway

The Raiders' decision to re-sign Malcolm Koonce demonstrates their commitment to maintaining stability and depth on the defensive side of the ball, which will be crucial as they aim to build on their recent success and contend for a playoff spot in the upcoming season.