Jalen Nailor - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Kirk Cousins looks set to lead the Raiders even as Klint Kubiak keeps QB decision quiet

Coach Klint Kubiak still hasn't announced a starting quarterback, but it looks as if Kirk Cousins will lead the Las Vegas Raiders when they open against the Miami Dolphins on Sept....

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Two catches in preseason loss Nailor brought in two of four targets for 13 yards in the Raiders' 18-12 preseason loss to the 49ers on Thursday.

Impact Nailor led the Raiders in targets and finished tied for second in receptions. The fourth-year pro made his first catch on a pass from Kirk Cousins for a seven-yard gain during the opening possession, and he recorded his second catch with Fernando Mendoza under center to open Las Vegas' third drive. Nailor was then also the intended target deep down the middle on the next play, a pass that resulted in an interception. The fifth-year pro is projected to open the regular season as the No. 2 receiver and posted a 3-35-0 line on seven targets in two preseason games.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

A rough night for Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza in 18-12 preseason loss to the 49ers

Las Vegas rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza saw what it was like Thursday night to face a strong NFL pass rush even against a San Francisco defense comprised of reserves

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Raiders' big free agent signing is clearly not being promised anything Big Las Vegas Raiders FA signing Jalen Nailor is clearly not being promised anything, as he didn't sit with the rest of the assumed starters...

AUGUST 22 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

NFL Catchup: Fernando Mendoza Misses The Mark, George Kittle Gets Positive Update

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AUGUST 21 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Catchup: Fernando Mendoza Misses The Mark, George Kittle Gets Positive Update

Draws three targets from Mendoza Nailor caught one of three targets for 22 yards in Thursday's 22-20 preseason win over the Texans.

Impact Nailor was the target on Fernando Mendoza's first two passes, the second of which produced their 22-yard connection. Mendoza looked elsewhere with his third pass of the game, which resulted in a pick-six, and the rookie quarterback went back in the veteran receiver's direction with the first pass of Vegas' second possession. Nailor signed a three-year, $35 million contract with the Raiders in the offseason, and the former Vikings wideout appears poised to open the season as a starter in a wide receiver room without an established pecking order.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Mendoza Learns From Struggles In Raiders' Preseason Game Against Texans

Las Vegas Raiders No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza's second preseason game was headlined by a pick-six, but signs of success were there.

AUGUST 21 • FOX SPORTS

Fernando Mendoza Learns From Struggles In Raiders' Preseason Game Against Texans

Fernando Mendoza throws a LASER to Jalen Nailor for 22 yards Watch as quarterback Fernando Mendoza finds wide receiver Jalen Nailor for 22 yards against the Houston Texans.

AUGUST 21 • RAIDERS.COM

Minimal snaps in preseason opener Nailor played eight snaps on offense during Thursday's 27-14 preseason loss to the Cardinals. He did not show up in the box score otherwise.

Impact Both Nailor and Tre Tucker, the Raiders' top wideouts on the depth chart, saw minimal work in the first quarter before observing the rest of the game from the sidelines. Nailor inked a three-year, $35 million contract with Las Vegas after playing for Minnesota during the first four years of his NFL career. He's played 17 regular-season games in each of the last two years and finished the 2025 campaign with 29 catches (on 53 targets) for 444 yards and four touchdowns. Nailor will have the opportunity to operate in an expanded role in the Raiders passing attack alongside Tucker and talented tight end Brock Bowers.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bech, Nailor, Benson, Linderbaum and Burford Scrums | Preseason Week 1 WR Jalen Nailor, WR Malik Benson, C Tyler Linderbaum, WR Jack Bech and G Spencer Burford address the media in the locker room.

AUGUST 14 • RAIDERS.COM

A quieter Jackson Powers-Johnson and the Raiders camp fight that could define his season

Jackson Powers-Johnson is in a battle for his position with the Raiders

AUGUST 7 • Associated Press

Jalen Nailor mic'd up at training camp: 'Let's ball!' Go on the field with wide receiver Jalen Nailor as he was mic'd up during 2026 Training Camp.

AUGUST 7 • RAIDERS.COM

12 fantasy football late-round sleepers to target in 2026 drafts Fantasy football deep sleepers like Jalen Nailor and Gunnar Helm will probably amount to nothing, but they could help you win your league if...

AUGUST 6 • USATODAY.COM

Raiders training camp battle hits stalemate amid serious positional concern The Las Vegas Raiders entered training camp expecting a competition at quarterback. Instead, their most concerning stalemate has developed a...

AUGUST 4 • NYPOST.COM

Starring at training camp Nailor has been the best receiver at Raiders training camp, Case Keefer of the Las Vegas Sun reports.

Impact Behind Brock Bowers, Nailor has been the team's most productive pass catchers in team drills. "I feel like I'm a total complete receiver," Nailor said. "I can do things on the outside, do things on the inside, run game, pass game. I feel like I can do it all." Nailor signed a three-year, $35.03 million deal with Las Vegas in the offseason and is expected to occupy the No. 1 receiver role. He's already shown a strong connection with former Vikings teammate Kirk Cousins with the first-team offense this summer. It appears Nailor and Tre Tucker are the clear top two wideouts for the Raiders headed into the 2026 season.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Veteran free agent signing is starting to show up when Raiders need him Veteran free agent signing Jalen Nailor is starting to show up when the Las Vegas Raiders need him, as the wide receiver group has struggled...

AUGUST 4 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Jalen Nailor continues to be grossly overlooked in every way possible While everyone seems to think the Las Vegas Raiders need to add a wide receiver before Week 1, Jalen Nailor continues to toil in obscurity.

JULY 1 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Jalen Nailor's Complete Skill Set Validates Massive Raiders Free Agency Gamble One of the biggest questions for the Las Vegas Raiders' offense heading into next season is the wide receiver group. The Raiders have a youn...

JUNE 13 • SI.COM

Jalen Nailor: 'We're just trying to build something special here' Wide receiver Jalen Nailor on the offense, Las Vegas, his mindset and more.

JUNE 10 • RAIDERS.COM

Tre Tucker: 'We're all competing' Wide receiver Tre Tucker talks OTAs, Head Coach Klint Kubiak, wide receiver Jalen Nailor and more.

MAY 28 • RAIDERS.COM

Overlooked Raiders WR can become Fernando Mendoza's Omar Cooper Jr. Yahoo! NFL analyst Matt Harmon spoke on the Just Win Podcast about how Jalen Nailor can be Fernando Mendoza's Omar Cooper Jr. for the Las Ve...

MAY 27 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Raiders 'underrated' offseason addition could be a game-changer for Klint Kubiak The Las Vegas Raiders' offseason signing of Jalen Nailor, which was labeled as underrated, could prove to transform Klint Kubiak's offense.

MAY 8 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

2026 NFL Breakout Candidates: 10 Second-Year Players Poised to Make a Leap

Which 10 Year 2 players are poised for a breakout in 2026? Travis Hunter and Tyler Shough headline the group.

MAY 4 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Breakout Candidates: 10 Second-Year Players Poised to Make a Leap

Vikings hosting veteran wide receiver on visit in quest to replace Jalen Nailor | Sporting News The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly hosting wide receiver Jauan Jennings on a visit as the team looks to replace Jalen Nailor.

APRIL 28 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Raiders pin their hopes on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza as their franchise quarterback with the top overall pick in Thursday night's NFL draft

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

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