The Las Vegas Raiders have been identified as the NFL's biggest sleeping giant, according to an analysis published Wednesday. The assessment comes as the team prepares for the upcoming season following a preseason game at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on August 23, 2025.
A detailed photograph of a Raiders helmet from that preseason matchup, credited to Mark J. Rebilas of Imagn Images, accompanied the report. The article, written by Qwame Skinner, examines the franchise's potential to emerge as a significant contender despite recent struggles.
