It is officially the 2026 offseason, and the "Steel City" draft in Pittsburgh is officially in the books. The energy in Sin City is an electric mix of "Silver and Black" defiance and high-stakes ambition. After watching over 800,000 fans flood the North Shore of Pittsburgh for the draft, the Las Vegas Raiders emerged from the weekend with a clear, physical identity designed to bully the rest of the AFC West.
This is a year of aggressive evolution under Antonio Pierce. Entering his second full season as the permanent head coach alongside GM Tom Telesco, Pierce has doubled down on the "Ill Intent" philosophy that defines Raiders football. After a gritty 2025 campaign, the front office used the draft in Pittsburgh to completely rebuild the left side of the offensive line, while making a major veteran trade that cleared space for a new generation of defensive enforcers.
How to Get Raiders Tickets for the 2026 Season
Allegiant Stadium is preparing for another star-studded, high-demand season in the entertainment capital of the world. With the full schedule release officially out as of Thursday, May 14, ticket portals are bracing for a massive rush of local fans and traveling "Raider Nation" faithful.
- Official On-Sale: Single-game tickets are now live on Ticketmaster and StubHub following the NFL's official schedule release.
- Mobile-Only Entry: Allegiant Stadium is a strictly digital venue. All fans must use the Raiders Mobile App or their digital wallet to access tickets; paper printouts and screenshots will not be accepted at the gate.
- The "Black Hole" Experience: Demand for prime home slots against divisional rivals like the Chiefs or the cross-conference visit from the Bills is already driving high premium prices on the resale market.
- Secondary Market: For verified fan-to-fan sales and guaranteed seating, check StubHub, the premier ticket marketplace.
Las Vegas Raiders Schedule
Week | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (ET) | Network |
1 | Sept 13 | Los Angeles Chargers | Allegiant Stadium | 4:05 PM | CBS |
2 | Sept 20 | Miami Dolphins | Allegiant Stadium | 4:05 PM | CBS |
3 | Sept 27 | @ Los Angeles Chargers | SoFi Stadium | 4:05 PM | CBS |
4 | Oct 4 | Kansas City Chiefs | Allegiant Stadium | 4:25 PM | CBS |
5 | Oct 11 | @ New England Patriots | Gillette Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
6 | Oct 18 | Buffalo Bills | Allegiant Stadium | 4:25 PM | CBS |
7 | Oct 25 | @ New York Jets | MetLife Stadium | 4:05 PM | CBS |
8 | Nov 1 | Arizona Cardinals | Allegiant Stadium | 1:00 PM | FOX |
9 | — | BYE WEEK | — | — | — |
10 | Nov 15 | @ Seattle Seahawks | Lumen Field | 4:25 PM | FOX |
11 | Nov 22 | @ Denver Broncos | Empower Field at Mile High | 4:25 PM | CBS |
12 | Nov 29 | Los Angeles Rams | Allegiant Stadium | 4:05 PM | FOX |
13 | Dec 6 | @ San Francisco 49ers | Levi's Stadium | 4:25 PM | FOX |
14 | Dec 13 | Cleveland Browns | Allegiant Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
15 | Dec 20 | Denver Broncos | Allegiant Stadium | 4:25 PM | CBS |
16 | Dec 27 | @ New Orleans Saints | Caesars Superdome | 4:25 PM | CBS |
17 | Jan 3 | Houston Texans | Allegiant Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
18 | Jan 10 | @ Kansas City Chiefs | GEHA Field at Arrowhead | TBD | TBD |
How to Watch the Raiders in 2026
- Local/National Broadcasts:CBS (KLAS-TV 8) is your primary home for the Raiders' AFC slate. FOX (KVVU-TV 5) will handle the high-profile NFC West crossover matchups, while NBC (KSNV 3) remains the home for prime-time windows.
- Thursday Night:Amazon Prime Video remains the exclusive streaming destination for all Thursday Night Football matchups.
- Holiday Special: Christmas 2026 lands on a Friday. Netflix will exclusively stream the NFL's holiday double-header this year.
- Best Choice for Local Fans:Fubo covers all local Las Vegas network affiliates (KLAS, KVVU, KSNV, KTNV) and the NFL Network, keeping you connected all season long.
- Pro Tip: For out-of-market members of the Silver and Black booster clubs, NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV is the only way to ensure you see every play. If traveling, a premium service like NordVPN set to Las Vegas can help you securely access your local home broadcast.
The "Steel City" Draft: Raiders 2026 Highlights
The Raiders were incredibly calculating in Pittsburgh, utilizing 6 total selections to fortify the offensive line and inject physical depth into the back seven.
Round | Pick | Player | Position | School |
1 | 7 | Will Campbell | OT | LSU |
2 | 39 | Barrett Carter | LB | Clemson |
3 | 71 | Kamari Lassiter | CB | Georgia |
4 | 103 | Tyleik Williams | DT | Ohio State |
6 | 181 | Jaylin Noel | WR | Iowa State |
Trade | — | Mickey Loomis (Saints) | Asset | Pick Swap |
Draft Analysis:
- The Blindside Anchor: At #7 overall, Las Vegas secured LSU tackle Will Campbell. Standing at a towering frame with elite baseline power, Campbell is expected to step in on day one to protect the pocket and establish a violent identity in the run game.
- The Secondary Enforcer: Snagging cornerback Kamari Lassiter (#71) in the third round provides defensive coordinator Patrick Graham with a boundary defender perfectly aligned with Antonio Pierce’s aggressive, press-man coverage schemes.
- The Capital Realignment: During the draft weekend, the Raiders finalized a trade with the New Orleans Saints, sending away edge rusher Tyree Wilson in exchange for draft assets that allowed them to balance out the interior defense.
Las Vegas Raiders: 2025 Season Recap
The 2025 campaign was a year characterized by defensive resiliency and close-fought outcomes. While navigating an incredibly competitive AFC West division landscape, the Raiders finished the year with a gritty 7–10 record, laying down a foundational culture under Antonio Pierce that sets up an ambitious leap forward in 2026.
Phase | Detail | Result | Context |
W1–W18 | Regular Season | 7–10 | 4th in AFC West |
Season Highlight | vs. Kansas City Chiefs | W, 20–17 | Divisional Statement |
Defensive Rank | Scoring Defense | Top 12 in NFL | Grit Identity |
Postseason | N/A | DNQ | Rebuilding Phase |