Key Clues Raiders Depth Chart Leaves Ahead of Week 7
The Las Vegas Raiders look to snap their three-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Rams this weekend.
The Las Vegas Raiders' Week 7 home matchup against the Los Angeles Rams is another critical test early in Klint Kubiak's tenure.
Below is our analysis of Las Vegas' depth chart heading into Week 7.
Quarterback
Kirk Cousins
Fernando Mendoza
Aidan O'Connell
Analysis: The Raiders need fourth-quarter Cousins in the first three quarters of the game.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs the ball in the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Running Back
Ashton Jeanty
Mike Washington
Dylan Laube
Analysis: Washington's practice status makes Las Vegas' running back position suddenly vulnerable, as Jeanty is clearly not healthy.
Sep 27, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Las Vegas Raiders fullback Connor Heyward (34) and linebacker Segun Olubi (50) prepare for the snap in the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Fullback
Connor Heyward
Analysis: Heyward does many different things well.
Oct 4, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jalen Nailor (9) prepares to line up before a play against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Wide Receiver
Jalen Nailor
Malik Benson
Analysis: Nailor may not have put up the stats, but his return to the field opened things up against the Bills in ways that were not there against the New England Patriots.
Wide Receiver
Tre Tucker
Dareke Young
Cody White
Analysis: Tucker's long touchdown catch showed what is possible when the unit stretches the field.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (74) lines up prior to a snap against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Left Tackle
Kolton Miller
Charles Grant
Analysis: Las Vegas needs more from Miller.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders offensive linemen Spencer Burford (70) and Kolton Miller (74) block Buffalo Bills defensive linemen Greg Gaines (97) and TJ Parker (99) during the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Left Guard
Spencer Burford
Bryce Cabeldue
Analysis: Las Vegas' offensive guard position is questionable.
Center
Tyler Linderbaum
Analysis: Linderbaum can play better than he did against the Bills.
Aug 13, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders guard Jackson Powers-Johnson (58) enters the field before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Right Guard
Jackson Powers-Johnson
Caleb Rogers
Analysis: Powers-Johnson is listed as the starter on the depth chart, but as several other depth charts this season have proven, that doesn't mean much in specific instances. He was listed in the same spot on last week's depth chart, but Rogers started at right guard.
This is arguably the most significant position to keep an eye out for on Sunday.
May 28, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle DJ Glaze (71) warms up during organized team activities at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Right Tackle
DJ Glaze
Trey Zuhn
Analysis: Maybe the Raiders should find more ways to get Zuhn involved moving forward.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) catches a pass in the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Tight End
Brock Bowers
Michael Mayer
Ian Thomas
Analysis: Their play speaks for itself.
Defensive End
Maxx Crosby
Malcolm Koonce
Analysis: Strong set of defensive ends.
Oct 4, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Adam Butler (69) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (not pictured) during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Defensive Tackle
Adam Butler
Folorunso Fatukasi
Thomas Booker
Analysis: Butler's veteran presence and his production are even more valuable with Hemingway's questionable health.
NFL Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Jonah Laulu. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Defensive Tackle
Tonka Hemingway
Jonah Laulu
JJ Pegues
Analysis: Hemingway's absence is extremely noticeable.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins (73) blocks Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Kwity Paye (95) during the fourth quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Trim-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Edge
Kwity Paye
Patrick Johnson
Analysis: The Raiders should give Johnson more reps, if possible.
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Right Inside Linebacker
Nakobe Dean
Tommy Eichenberg
Segun Olubi
Analysis: Dean is the linebacker the Raiders' defense needed in the middle. He has helped turn the entire unit around.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid (86) catches the ball and breaks a tackle by Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Quay Walker (7) in the fourth quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Trim-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Left Inside Linebacker
Quay Walker
Cody Lindenberg
Analysis: Walker has had his moments, especially against the run and when rushing the quarterback. However, Las Vegas has to find ways to help him in pass coverage this season with their play-calling.
Left Cornerback
Eric Stokes
Jermod McCoy
Darrell Luter Jr.
Analysis: Las Vegas could use more from all three cornerbacks.
Slot Corner
Taron Johnson
Analysis: Quietly dependable.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) reacts after deflecting a pass during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Trim-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Free Safety
Treydan Stukes
Isaiah Pola-Mao
Analysis: After two shaky weeks, Stukes bounced back well against the Bills. Both he and Pola-Mao provide value for the Raiders in different ways. Stukes must stay prepared; teams will continue to target him. They will even be successful at times.
However, all Stukes must do is not give up the big play and use his speed to limit yards after the catch. Stukes must understand that other teams target him the way they do because he is the key to the defense. In a way, the repeated challenges from opposing quarterbacks are a sign of respect.
If offenses can get Stukes out of position on pass plays, aside from injury, that is arguably the worst-case scenario for this defense. He is that critical to the operation. He must be prepared for endless targets while also rising to the occasion, as he has shown he can.
Strong Safety
Jeremy Chinn
Dalton Johnson
Analysis: Chinn continues to play solid football. Las Vegas has much bigger concerns than him.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) punts the ball in the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Trim-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Punter
AJ Cole
Analysis: Cole's punts have quietly helped the Raiders' offense and defense.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders place kicker Matt Gay (14) kicks a field goal against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Trim-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Analysis: Gay is one of the most dependable players on the team.
Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Dareke Young (81) returns a kickoff against the Buffalo Bills at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Kick Returner
Dylan Laube
Dareke Young
Analysis: After Young's late fumble against the Kansas City Chiefs, most teams the Raiders play the rest of the season will kick the ball to him rather than Laube. If that is the case, Young must make teams pay with big returns while holding onto the football.
Oct 4, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Dylan Laube (23) gets set to return a kickoff against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Punt Returner
Malik Benson
Dylan Laube
Analysis: Benson and Laube are listed here, but the Raiders may try other players to spark their dormant punt return unit. However, if they do not, this is still Benson's best chance to make an impact.
Still, if teams can punt high and far enough for their gunners to get downfield, it may not matter much who the Raiders have returning the punts, since the punts will likely be fair caught.