In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick breaks down the Raiders’ latest roster shake-up. From the release of Tommy Mellott and Thayer Munford to the additions of Kenny Pickett and Amari Cooper, Jesse explains what these moves mean for the team’s quarterback depth and how the offense could evolve heading into Week 1 against the Patriots. Plus, he answers fan-submitted questions in the first-ever Q&A segment, tackling the hottest topics on Raider Nation’s mind.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:45 Why Tommy Mellott Didn't Make the Roster OR the Practice Squad
05:00 Kenny Pickett and Geno Smith Similar Style of Play the Reason for the Trade?
08:15 Spytek Says Amari Cooper Will Have Big Role Week 1 vs. Pats
11:20 The Raiders Released Thayer Munford and Have a New Swing Tackle
14:30 Raiders Q&A Segment

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick breaks down the Raiders’ initial 53-man roster after Tuesday’s cutdown from 90 players. He highlights the biggest surprises from cut day and what they mean for the team moving forward. Jesse also unpacks a busy Monday in Raider Nation — including the trade for quarterback Kenny Pickett, Jakobi Meyers’ trade request, and the return of Amari Cooper. From roster projections to trade breakdowns, this episode has everything Raider Nation needs to know heading into the regular season.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Raiders' Roster Changes
00:40 Information on our upcoming Q&A Podcast
02:15 Reaction to the Raiders' Initial 53-man Roster

28:45 Breaking Down the Kenny Pickett Trade
33:00 Jakobi Meyers' Trade Request
36:10 What Will Amari Cooper's Role be for the Raiders?

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick breaks down the fallout from the Raiders’ preseason finale in Arizona. From Aidan O’Connell’s injury (fractured wrist) and what it means for the QB room to the roster battles coming to a head before final cuts, Jesse hits all the storylines Raider Nation is watching. He spotlights rookie flashes like Ashton Jeanty, weighs in on the WR and O-line competitions, and explains why the defense’s versatility could shape the 53-man roster heading into Week 1.

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00:00 Preseason Finale Overview
01:20 Aidan's Injury Fallout

05:46 Starters' Performance and Key Takeaways

11:51 Receiver Battles and Roster Decisions

17:54 Defensive Line Versatility and Key Players

23:57 Safety Position and Final Roster Thoughts

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick previews the Raiders’ final preseason game — will the starters play, and which bubble players can lock up a roster spot? He breaks down the RB and WR battles, evaluates the offensive line, and highlights safety Terrell Edmunds’ late push. Plus, Jesse dives into Tyree Wilson’s development and what his growth means for the defense moving forward.

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Chapters
00:00 Preseason Preview and Roster Cuts
07:02 WR & RB, Who stays, Who goes?
13:45 Checking in on JPJ, Edmunds making his move?
20:20 Tyree Wilson's Development and Future Impact

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick sits down with Raider Nation Radio’s Q Myers to break down the biggest storylines from Raiders practice. The two dive into Geno Smith’s progress running Chip Kelly’s offense, rookie Dont'e Thornton Jr.’s speed and playmaking, and how Ashton Jeanty is proving himself. They also get into the battles in the trenches on the offensive line, plus why the defense is still ironing out communication and coverage issues. With versatile talents like Tyree Wilson and Jeremy Chinn moving all over the field, Jesse and Q lay out what these wrinkles mean for the Raiders as camp heats up.

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Chapters
03:03 Geno Smith and Dont'e Thornton Working on Deep Ball
06:01 Offensive Line Competition and Make Up
09:08 Ashton Jeanty Reminds Everyone Who He Is
11:58 Defensive Challenges and Tyree Wilson's Growth
18:10 Defensive Line and Communication On the Back End
21:09 Patrick Graham's Versatile Group: Jeremy Chin and Others

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick takes you inside Raiders camp with a closer look at a unique new defensive front the team is rolling out. He also explores a fascinating possibility: could the Raiders make a move for Anthony Richardson now that the Colts have turned to Daniel Jones as their starter? On the defensive side, Jesse breaks down the cornerback battle opposite Eric Stokes, spotlighting the play of Kyu Blu Kelly and Darien Porter, before wrapping things up with his key takeaways from Tuesday’s practice.

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Chapters
00:50 Raiders’ New Defensive Front | D-Line Shake-Up

09:42 Raiders Trade Rumors: Anthony Richardson?

15:05 Raiders CB Battle Update | Kelly vs. Porter
18:55 Raiders Practice Takeaways | O’Connell, Miller & More

In this episode from Allegiant Stadium, Jesse Merrick breaks down the Raiders’ preseason matchup with the 49ers. From improved tackling and a stronger run defense to the electric play of Ashton Jeanty, there was plenty to unpack. Jesse dives into what we learned about Aidan O’Connell and Cam Miller, the flashes and flaws of the offensive line, and why coverage downfield remains a concern. It’s a full postgame reaction with all the highs, lows, and storylines Raider Nation needs to know.

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Chapters

00:00 Raiders Preseason Game Overview

05:09 Defensive Performance Insights

10:16 Offensive Highlights and Key Players

22:21 Quarterback Analysis and Future Outlook

In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick dives into the biggest takeaways from the Raiders' joint practice with the 49ers and also catches up with Defensive Guru Cody Alexander of MatchQuarters.com. Jesse and Cody delve into the current state of the Raiders' defense, focusing on key players like Kyu Blu Kelly, Darien Porter, and Jeremy Chinn. They discuss Patrick Graham's defensive strategies and how the team is adapting to new personnel, including Jamal Adams. The conversation also shifts to the offensive side, analyzing Geno Smith's impact and why the Raiders will likely us 12 personnel at TON. Overall, the discussion provides insights into the team's direction and expectations for the upcoming season.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:15 Cody Alexander Interview
02:33 Kyu Blue Kelly Breakdown

03:25 Analyzing the Raiders' Defensive Backfield

05:55 Darien Porter's fit into this Raiders scheme

08:10 Jeremy Chin's Role in the Defense

12:45 Jamal Adams: The Versatile Linebacker

16:05 Deep Dive into Patrick Graham's Defensive Philosophy
18:35 Geno Smith and the Raiders' Offense

22:00 The Importance of 12 Personnel for the Raiders
27:00 Takeaways from the Joint Practice with the 49ers