Malik Benson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Jeanty returns to practice but Bowers sidelined by knee surgery as Raiders prepare for opener

The Raiders are gearing up for their season opener against Miami with some key changes

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Zeros in finale Benson failed to catch his only target in Thursday night's preseason finale against the 49ers.

Impact The sixth-round rookie has been a roster assumption due to the draft capital utilized on him but back-to-back poor showings in the preseason do not leave much to be excited about so far. Benson has had a strong training camp despite the game-time struggles, so it remains to be seen how high his usage could be as the regular season gets underway.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Training Camp Notebook 8/25: Raiders close out camp on a strong note Young players such as Darien Porter, Fernando Mendoza and Malik Benson continue improving ahead of a vital preseason finale.

AUGUST 25 • RAIDERS.COM

On Track Or Falling Behind? The Eagles’ Offense And Fernando Mendoza’s Growth

Is there real reason for concern in Philly and Las Vegas training camps? Plus, key insights into the Bengals, Browns, Texans and more.

AUGUST 24 • FOX SPORTS

On Track Or Falling Behind? The Eagles’ Offense And Fernando Mendoza’s Growth

Raiders' rookie camp sensation came fully back down to earth against Texans Las Vegas Raiders rookie WR Malik Benson was a training camp sensation. However, he came fully back down to earth with a bad outing against...

AUGUST 23 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Fernando Mendoza has plenty of experience to rely on in Raiders quarterbacks room

Veteran quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Aidan O'Connell are helping Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza develop

AUGUST 21 • Associated Press

Poor showing in second preseason game Benson caught one of five targets for 18 yards in Thursday's 22-20 preseason win over the Texans.

Impact Benson's stock had been on the rise thanks to a strong training camp in which he earned opportunities with the first-team offense, but the 2026 sixth-round pick produced a dud in Vegas' second preseason game. He struggled to get on the same page with fellow rookie Fernando Mendoza, and one of their incompletions was an ugly Benson drop on third down in the second quarter, which resulted in the Raiders punting rather than moving the chains. Benson still has an opportunity to carve out a substantial role in Vegas' wide receiver room, and he'll look to bounce back in next Thursday's preseason finale against the 49ers.

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 third-down DOT to Malik Benson Watch as quarterback Fernando Mendoza connects with wide receiver Malik Benson for 18 yards against the Houston Texans.

AUGUST 21 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders' Malik Benson is already making an impact (but has room for growth) Las Vegas Raiders WR Malik Benson is making waves during the preseason, but he must clean up his game to become the future #1 wide receiver...

AUGUST 20 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Earning first-team reps Benson has been getting more reps with the first-team offense, Levi Edwards of the Raiders' official site reports.

Impact "[Benson's] earned those reps but he's got to stay humble and stay hungry," head coach Klint Kubiak told reporters after Sunday's training camp practice. Benson, a sixth-round selection of the 2026 NFL Draft, played 20 snaps on offense during the Raiders' 27-14 preseason loss to the Cardinals on Thursday and caught two passes (on four targets) for 26 yards while returning one kickoff for 21 yards. There are still a few weeks to go before the regular season gets underway, but for now, it appears as though Benson is ahead of Jack Bech and Dont'e Thornton (undisclosed) for the WR3 role behind Tre Tucker and Jalen Nailor.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Mendoza dives into video study after Raiders' loss in preseason opener

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza diligently reviewed his performance after his first NFL preseason game

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

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

Mendoza Mania Has Arrived: 3 Takeaways From Fernando Mendoza's Preseason Debut

Fernando Mendoza made his case to be the Raiders' QB1 as he had a few strong moments playing around an improved Las Vegas offense.

AUGUST 14 • FOX SPORTS

Mendoza Mania Has Arrived: 3 Takeaways From Fernando Mendoza's Preseason Debut

No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza throws TD pass in preseason debut for Raiders in 27-14 loss to Cardinals

Top overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza threw a touchdown pass in his first Raiders preseason game on Thursday night

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

Fernando Mendoza's PERFECTLY PLACED 19-yard dart to Malik Benson Watch as quarterback Fernando Mendoza connects with wide receiver Malik Benson for 19 yards against the Arizona Cardinals.

AUGUST 14 • RAIDERS.COM

Malik Benson Continuing To Stand Out During Raiders' Training Camp The rookie wide receiver has been a budding star during training camp.

AUGUST 13 • SI.COM

Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will both get playing time for Raiders in preseason opener

Raiders quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will both play Thursday night when Las Vegas hosts the Arizona Cardinals in a preseason game

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Training Camp Notebook 8/10: Offense firing on all cylinders Kirk Cousins, Brock Bowers and Malik Benson stole the show in Day 10 of camp practice.

AUGUST 10 • RAIDERS.COM

Cyrus Allen and 2 More Fantasy Football Under the Radar Rookies Turning Heads at Training Camp Cyrus Allen, Zachariah Branch and Malik Benson are under the radar rookies, who have caught the eye of Fantasy managers throughout training...

AUGUST 7 • SI.COM

Pushing for WR3 role? Based on what he's seen through six practices, Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com suggests that the Raiders' top three receivers are Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor and Benson.

Impact McFadden previously noted that Nailor and Tucker are the top two wideouts in the room, while Benson is competing with Dont'e Thornton and Jack Bech for slotting behind the top duo. There's still time for Thornton and/or Bech to gain momentum in the ongoing competition, but if Benson emerges as the Raiders' No. 3 WR, he could end up on the radar in deeper fantasy formats, in particular if Nailor or Tucker miss time for any reason.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders rookie looks like a real candidate for role that is still up for grabs Las Vegas Raiders rookie Malik Benson is looking like a real candidate for the third wide receiver role, which is still up for grabs at trai...

AUGUST 4 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Malik Benson's well-traveled path gives Raiders a ready-made adapter Benson's football journeys have taken him from Lansing High School, just outside of Kansas City, to Hutchinson Community College to Alabama...

JULY 30 • RAIDERS.COM

Malik Benson's NFL comps indicate Raiders may have diamond in the rough NFL player comparisons for rookie wide reciever Malik Benson indicate that the Las Vegas Raiders may have found a diamond in the rough.

JULY 16 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Day 3 Raiders rookie may be closer to a significant role than fans realize Las Vegas Raiders late-round rookie WR Malik Benson's unique skill set makes him a vital option during his rookie year in Klint Kubiak's off...

JULY 14 • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

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