As the Las Vegas Raiders work their way through training camp, any fantasy football manager knows the star of the show this summer, and during the 2026 NFL season, is going to be tight end Brock Bowers.
But folks are also expecting big things out of second-year running back Ashton Jeanty, who, like Bowers, should massively benefit from new head coach Klint Kubiak's scheme. It's those two at the top of the Raiders' fantasy options and then, well, not much.
Kirk Cousins will probably be the starting quarterback, at least to begin the year, but we have no idea how the wide receiver room is going to shake out. Quite frankly, the wide receiver options may not matter much for fantasy purposes, unless you're in a deeper league.
That is what we're here to discuss and uncover, though: all of the news, roster battles, and injury updates coming out of the Raiders training camp practices and preseason so that you have all the information that you need for fantasy football season.
Latest Fantasy Football updates for the Raiders: News, injuries and position battles
Tre Tucker has firm grip on WR1 role -- 8/9
Johnson also reported that Tucker has the "steadiest position among the Raiders’ receivers." This is just another indication that Tucker will be the No. 1 option among Las Vegas wideouts.
Malik Benson has been a riser during Raiders camp -- 8/9
Marcus Johnson of Silver & Black Pride reported that Benson has consistently found his way into reps with the first team. During a two-minute drill, Benson got playing time ahead of Jalen Nailor and lined up as a primary receiver.
Brock Bowers is still looking like a reliable option -- 8/6
Bowers reeled in a deep touchdown pass from Cousins. The Georgia product also caught three straight passes during a portion of practice, displaying his ability to be a consistent pass catcher.
Jalen Nailor's connection with Kirk Cousins continues to stand out -- 8/6
According to Raiders digital reporter Levi Edwards, Nailor scored a deep touchdown pass from Cousins. He continues to make a strong case to be a starter for this team.
Tre Tucker is taking control of WR1 -- 8/5
Warren expressed that Tucker has separated himself from the rest of the pack and looks like to go-to option in the pass game.
Malik Benson is building a rapport with Fernando Mendoza -- 8/4
Mitchell Renz of Chat Sports reported that Benson caught a touchdown pass from Mendoza. The quarterback has consistently looked his way, while getting some reps as a punt returner. The Athletic's Sam Warren thinks Benson has looked better than Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton.
Jalen Nailor and Kirk Cousins' chemistry on display -- 8/3
"Nailor keeps strengthening his connection with Kirk Cousins, which has been one of the more consistent developments in camp," said Mitchell Renz of Raiders Report.
For those who don't know or don't remember, Nailor spent the first two years of his career catching passes from Cousins in Minnesota. The chemistry is already there, but it continues to grow.
Brock Bowers might break fantasy football in 2026 -- 8/3
"His connection with Kirk Cousins has consistently stood out throughout camp, and he was once again credited with doing much of the heavy lifting offensively." (Renz)
Water is wet. The sky is blue. Bowers is doing the heavy lifting, offensively, for the Raiders in camp.
Fernando Mendoza doing exactly what Raiders expect -- 8/3
Mendoza had a practice full of both good and bad moments. But, his ability to move forward and learn from mistakes while having a short memory is what's stood out. (Renz)
"While the mistakes stood out, the positive takeaway was that the staff continues to like his resilience and ability to move on to the next play."
Kirk Cousins has another strong day with zero turnovers -- 8/3
According to Raiders beat writer Levi Edwards, Cousins had another strong practice and didn't commit a single turnover. His connection with Bowers is obvious and Nailor continues to be a second favorite.
Receivers have yet to stand out -- 7/31
Jesse Merrick of Silver and Black Sports Network gave some updates on receivers like Tre Tucker, Jack Bech, Dont'e Thornton and Jalen Nailor ... in short: no standouts and some mistakes from all of them. So far, the tight ends and running backs have been much more of a standout.
If you're looking for the Raiders' WR1 or any potential, real fantasy option ... look away.
Michael Mayer continues his strong camp -- 7/31
If early camp is any indication, fantasy owners might want to take a chance on Mayer in deeper leagues. The wide receivers aren't doing a whole lot, but Mayer and Bowers certainly are (Merrick).
Fernando Mendoza starts camp off with a bang -- 7/29
During the Raiders' first training camp practice, Mendoza completed all but one of his passes. Per The Athletic's Sam Warren, Mendoza was "quick with his decisions and precise with his ball placement."
Kirk Cousins may be the starter, but if the Mendoza improvement continues, fans will start calling for their No. 1 pick.
Michael Mayer gives his truthers a reason to keep believing -- 7/29
Mayer was described as having made "the play of the day" in Raiders training camp practice number one as he made a diving grab during 7-on-7. Because Kubiak's scheme will feature the use of multiple tight ends, Mayer might end up being more of a factor this season.
Mike Washington getting looks with the first-team offense -- 7/29
Per ESPN's Ryan McFadden, Washington mixed in with both the first and second-team offenses. Although Kubiak has declared that he wants Jeanty to be a workhorse, his history would prove that he likes to employ multiple running backs.
Fantasy-wise, I don't think this will impact Washington in terms of being a roster candidate, outside of extremely deep leagues with multiple flex spots.
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