The Las Vegas Raiders are hitting the pause button for a few weeks after a jam-packed offseason. For the next month-and-a-half, players will rest and spend some time away — though head coach Klint Kubiak said he and the coaching staff will be checking in to ensure everyone is using their break productively.“If you don’t have self-motivated guys, you have no idea what’s coming once they come into training camp,” Kubiak said. “I feel really confident that we have a self-motivated group.”As the Raiders take a hiatus to recuperate and get ready for camp, it’s time to answer some of your questions. Thank you for all your inquiries (which have been lightly edited for brevity and clarity) — let’s dive into my first mailbag.Is there any chance the Raiders sign Stefon Diggs? He had 1,000 yards last year, played with Kirk (Cousins) and Klint in Minnesota, and would be 100% the best wide receiver on the roster if he joined. –Nick J.
Do you see a scenario where we would bring in a WR like Diggs if our WR’s don’t show enough development in camp? —Joey M.
Do the Raiders see a need for another receiver, like Diggs? Why or why not? —Gregg D.Many of you are wondering if the Raiders have interest in Diggs. My short answer: I don’t think so.First, I think the Raiders have a lot more confidence in their wide receiver group than those on the outside looking in. Yes, it’s true that there’s not a lot of proven production in the room. But the team is banking on that being due to limited opportunities, not limited talent.The Raiders brass has made clear its affinity for Tre Tucker, who, for the first time, does not have an established primary wideout ahead of him on the depth chart. The same can be said about Jalen Nailor, who didn’t get the ball much behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison with the Minnesota Vikings but flashed talent when he did. And the team is keen on seeing what they have in second-year targets Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton Jr. A big reason for their lackluster rookie seasons was their limited snaps. Bringing in another veteran receiver shrinks their chances to see the field again, and in turn reduces opportunities for the Raiders to evaluate their long-term prospects.Second, I’m not sure Las Vegas would be an ideal landing spot for Diggs. While still productive, the two-time All-Pro will turn 33 in November. Last offseason, Diggs did sign with a New England Patriots team coming off a down season, but there was more faith in league circles that New England could have quick success. The Raiders, given the current stage of their rebuild as well as their 2026 schedule, aren’t likely to be a championship or even playoff contender this upcoming season. And even if Diggs did want to sign, adding him is the type of luxury move made by teams believing they’re one piece away, rather than a team laying the groundwork like the Raiders. I would never rule anything out, as general manager John Spytek has shown he’s not timid to make moves. But given the team’s belief in its current group and the status of the current roster, I’d say a Diggs signing remains unlikely.Takeaways from Raiders mandatory minicampSam WarrenIs there a possibility Trey Zuhn III wins the right tackle spot? Not feeling comfortable with DJ Glaze there. Yeah there’s real coaches and a zone scheme but it’s a huge leap of faith he can man that position. –John F.Zuhn will definitely be a player I’m watching in training camp. The third-round pick never got first-team reps during organized team activities or mandatory minicamp, but it’s clear the Raiders like him. Though where they really see value is in his versatility, as they used him all over the line in his first few practices.
