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Dylan Laube talks offseason mentality | Raiders Morning Commute Raiders host Amber Theoharis is joined by running back Dylan Laube to talk about Las Vegas, his mindset going into Year 2 and more.

MAY 8 • RAIDERS.COM

Underwhelming rookie campaign Laube returned a kickoff for 19 yards, but he logged just one offensive snap in the Raiders' Week 18 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Laube concluded his 2024 campaign with just one carry for no gain and a lost fumble across 10 games, also returning six kickoffs for 164 yards. The sixth rounder's rookie season was especially disappointing when considering the litany of injuries suffered by his backfield mates, as each of Alexander Mattison, Zamir White (quadriceps), Ameer Abdullah (foot) and Sincere McCormick (ankle) missed time. Laube has three years remaining on his contract in Las Vegas, but playing time nor a roster spot are guaranteed in 2025 with the Raiders slated to hire a new head coach and general manager.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Clear to suit up in Week 17 Laube (illness) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Laube popped up on the injury report when he didn't practice due to an illness Thursday, but the rookie running back logged a limited session Friday and appears set to take the field Sunday. He'll likely see most -- or all -- of his work as a kick returner, as Laube has gotten only one offensive snap this season.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No practice Thursday due to illness Laube (illness) was a non-participant in practice Thursday, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Laube wasn't listed on Las Vegas' injury report Wednesday, but an illness prevented him from participating in the team's second practice of the week. It's not clear at this point if the rookie running back is at risk of missing Sunday's contest against New Orleans. Laube has logged just one snap on offense this season, but he's been contributing as a kick returner since Week 12.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

My Cause My Cleats: Dylan Laube Running back Dylan Laube partnered with the Wounded Warrior Foundation for his 2024 My Cause My Cleats.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Still not involved on offense Laube recorded two kick returns for 36 return yards and a special-teams solo tackle during Friday's 19-17 loss at Kansas City.

Impact Despite both Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quadriceps) being out in Week 13, Laube did not record any offensive snaps, leaving the work in the backfield for veteran Ameer Abdullah and rookie undrafted free agent Sincere McCormick. At this point, it doesn't seem like Laube has a feasible path to fantasy value in 2024.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sticks to special teams Sunday Laube did not see the field offensively for the Raiders in their 29-19 loss to the Broncos on Sunday, but he did return a kickoff for 59 yards in the first quarter.

Impact Laube's complete lack of involvement on offense came as a bit of a surprise with both Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quad) sidelined, but the sixth-round rookie indeed fell behind Ameer Abdullah and Sincere McCormick in the pecking order out of the backfield. As such, playing time figures to remain sparse for Laube against the Chiefs in Week 13, especially if Mattison and/or White manage to return.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dylan Laube's 59-yard kick return vs. Broncos Watch as running back Dylan Laube returns a kickoff for 59 yards during the first quarter against the Denver Broncos.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Big chance with two RBs doubtful Laube's set for a larger role Sunday against the Broncos, as Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports that both Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quad) will be listed as doubtfu...

Impact Laube fumbled on his only previous carry this season, but coach Antonio Pierce remains supportive of the 2024 fifth-round draft pick. "I don't throw away rookies," Pierce said, per Tafur. If both Mattison and White sit, Laube and practice squad running back Sincere McCormick will likely get opportunities on early downs while Ameer Abdullah plays in passing situations.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Larger role awaits in Week 12 Laube is "expected to be a big part of the game plan" in Sunday's game against the Broncos with fellow Raiders running backs Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quadricep)...

Impact Neither Mattison nor White has taken part in the Raiders' first two Week 12 practices, and both look to be trending toward sitting out Sunday. Ameer Abdullah is the No. 3 back on the depth chart and has suited up in all 10 of the Raiders' games this season, but he's been deployed largely as a special-teams contributor and change-of-pace/passing-down specialist on offense behind Mattison and White. With that in mind, Abdullah's role may not change dramatically in Week 12, which could pave the way for Laube to see more extensive work after he had been a healthy inactive for each of Las Vegas' last three games before its Week 10 bye. A 2024 sixth-round pick out of New Hampshire, Laube played just one snap on offense across Las Vegas' first six contests of the season and fell out of favor after fumbling on his first NFL carry in a Week 6 loss to the Steelers. Head coach Antonio Pierce has said that Laube has bounced back well from the miscue and has impressed with his effort in practices over the last few weeks, and the rookie looks like he'll now get a shot at redemption Sunday. Laube posted meager numbers in three preseason outings (10 carries for 28 yards, one catch for six yards on four targets and a lost fumble), but he excelled as a three-down workhorse during his collegiate career and had drawn positive reviews from the Las Vegas staff early in training camp.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 11 Laube (coach's decision) is a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against Miami.

Impact Laube fumbled his first -- and so far only -- NFL carry against Pittsburgh in Week 6 and hasn't taken the field since. Las Vegas' running game ranks dead last in the NFL with 76.9 yards per game on the campaign, but Laube remains firmly behind Alexander Mattison, Zamir White and Ameer Abdullah on the running back depth chart. There's certainly a chance the Raiders will eventually give Laube a chance to show what he can do given the team's 2-7 record heading into Week 11.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch for Week 7 Laube (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact Laube has played in the Raiders' last three games, but he lost a fumble on his first NFL rushing attempt in Week 6 against the Steelers. His next chance at suiting up will be Week 8 against the Chiefs on Oct. 27. The Raiders will go with a three-man backfield of Zamir White, Alexander Mattison and Ameer Abdullah for Sunday's contest.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loses fumble on first NFL carry Laube lost a fumble on his only carry in Sunday's 32-13 loss to the Steelers.

Impact The first offensive snap and rushing attempt of Laube's young NFL career resulted in a fumble, as the sixth-round rookie had the ball punched out of his arms by Steelers All-Pro T.J. Watt late in the second quarter. Laube didn't see the field on offense for the remainder of the contest, and with fellow running back Zamir White (groin) possibly returning against the Rams in Week 7, Laube could remain limited to a special teams role.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch again Laube (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens.

Impact Laube will be a healthy scratch for the second week in a row to kick off the 2024 campaign. The rookie sixth-round selection remains behind Zamir White, Alexander Mattison and Ameer Abdullah on the team's positional depth chart and may need any injury to occur to make his NFL debut.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 1 Laube is inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Chargers.

Impact Laube will thus need to wait to make his NFL regular-season debut. With the 2024 sixth-rounder not in uniform Sunday, Zamir White, Alexander Mattison and Ameer Abdullah are available to handle the Raiders' Week 1 backfield duties.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Analyst Has Unexpected Prediction About Raiders' Running Back Situation How Dylan Laube can be useful in your PPR fantasy leagues.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

NFL Analyst Has Unexpected Prediction About Raiders' Running Back Situation How Dylan Laube can be useful in your PPR fantasy leagues.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Gets start in preseason finale Laube rushed three times for 12 yards and added one catch on one target for six yards in Friday's preseason tie with the 49ers. He also lost a fumble and returned a kickoff for 24...

Impact Las Vegas sat most of its starters in the contest, and Laube was thus handed the start. He ripped off a nice eight-yard run on his second carry but ended his day on a sour note, losing a fumble following a six-yard reception late in the first quarter. That Laube suited up Friday while Zamir White, Ameer Abdullah and Alexander Mattison all sat could be a hint about where he stands in the running-back pecking order. He could see more work in the return game than as a ball carrier in his rookie campaign.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Letters from Camp: Dylan Laube reflects on his first NFL training camp The rookie running back takes a moment to reminisce as training camp comes to a close.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Four carries in preseason debut Laube rushed four times for eight yards and was targeted once in the passing game during the Raiders' preseason opener against the Vikings. He also returned one kickoff for 16 yard...

Impact Laube didn't tote the rock until the second half in his NFL preseason debut, but he took his first carry for 13 yards before struggling to find much space on each of his final three rushes. Although he left his maiden tilt without a reception, the versatile sixth-round rookie out of New Hampshire continues to be lauded for his pass-catching chops as he looks to carve out a meaningful role in the backfield behind starter Zamir White.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Letters from Camp: Dylan Laube took time to 'embrace the moment' in his first NFL action In the third installment of "Letters from Camp," the running back details his first experience playing in the NFL preseason.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders rookie RB Dylan Laube has already earned hilarious nickname from teammates Dylan Laube has earned a pretty hilarious nickname from his Raiders teammates

AUGUST 14, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Letters from Camp: Dylan Laube puts on the pads for the first time In this second installment of "Letters from Camp," Laube describes his first few practices in pads and his anticipation for the preseason op...

AUGUST 6, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Dylan Laube: 'I think we have the best defense in the league' Running back Dylan Laube on the defense, adjusting to the league, training camp and more.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Letters from Camp: Dylan Laube arrives for his first NFL training camp In this first installment of "Letters from Camp," the rookie running back details his offseason and first week of training camp for Raider N...

JULY 30, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM