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Las Vegas Raiders Advised to Pursue All-Pro Pass-Catcher
TL;DR
The Las Vegas Raiders are advised to pursue All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel to strengthen their pass-catching options. Despite not investing high draft picks in a receiver, Samuel's past productivity makes him a viable target.
Key points
- Las Vegas Raiders advised to pursue Deebo Samuel
- Raiders need more pass-catching options
- Deebo Samuel recorded 72 catches for 727 yards last season
- Klint Kubiak familiar with Samuel from 49ers
- Raiders did not invest high draft picks in a receiver
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Most would agree that the Las Vegas Raiders have done a good job of rebuilding on the fly and building a much stronger supporting cast for Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza compared to what Geno Smith was working with last year.
While the offensive line is improved, questions remain at the pass-catcher position. Have the Raiders supplied their new-look QB room with enough weaponry?
Sports Illustratedās Eva Geitheim doesnāt think so, but she has a potential solution in mind. She believes the Raiders should try to sign free agent receiver Deebo Samuel.
āThe Raiders did not invest any high picks in a receiver during this yearās draft, and need more help at the position. Deebo Samuel is no longer as explosive as he was in his prime, but he remained productive last season in Washington as he recorded 72 catches for 727 yards and five touchdowns. New coach Klint Kubiak is familiar with Samuel, dating back to their time on the 49ers in 2023, making Las Vegas a reasonable fit for the veteran wideout.ā
SIās Eva Geitheim on Raiders signing Deebo Samuel
Samuel, a one-time All-Pro receiver, is still just 30 years old. While Samuel recorded just 727 receiving yards last season, thatās 31 more than anyone on the Raiders had in 2025.
Q&A
Why should the Las Vegas Raiders sign Deebo Samuel?
The Raiders need more help at the pass-catcher position, and Deebo Samuel's past productivity makes him a strong candidate.
What were Deebo Samuel's stats last season?
Last season, Deebo Samuel recorded 72 catches for 727 yards and five touchdowns.
How does Klint Kubiak's familiarity with Deebo Samuel impact the Raiders' interest?
Klint Kubiak's previous experience with Samuel during their time together on the 49ers in 2023 makes the Raiders a reasonable fit for the veteran wideout.
