Henry Ruggs III

Heading into his second season after a forgettable first year, Raiders wideout Henry Ruggs III doesn't need to hear the critiques because the ones in his own head are worse than anything those disparagers can conjure. 

Henry Ruggs III and his blinding speed had Raiders rooters excited in 2020, but the Alabama product fell short of expectations. Now, Ruggs is ready to leave his rookie campaign behind him and "assume a bigger role."

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are still the division favorites, but did the Broncos, Chargers and Raiders close the gap this offseason? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every AFC West team.

Jeffri Chadiha spotlights five teams that should be doing whatever they can to give Falcons star Julio Jones the fresh start he's looking for, including Bill Belichick's Patriots.

Jon Gruden has yet to record a winning season in his second stint as Raiders coach. Jim Trotter examines an organizational approach under Gruden that has led to plenty of questionable moves.

The Chiefs (Clyde Edwards-Helaire) and Chargers (Justin Herbert) hit the prospect jackpot in 2020. Which other rookies popped in the AFC West? Nick Shook grades each team's rookie class.

The Raiders placed rookie Henry Ruggs III on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday. With Ruggs' placement on the list, the 2020 first-round pick will be out for Thursday night's game against the Chargers. 

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks spotlights five Goldilocks teams that COULD shake up the NFL playoffs. Plus, is New Orleans better with Taysom Hill at quarterback? What should we expect from Jalen Hurts?

Will Tua Tagovailoa push the Dolphins into the playoffs? Can Justin Jefferson lift the Vikings? Gil Brandt ranks 12 rookies primed to impact the postseason race.

What's hot? The Giants' stingy defense and the Browns' explosive offense. What's not? Gregg Williams' defensive strategy. Marc Sessler provides his unique interpretation of notable happenings across the NFL.

Did anyone enjoy a better Sunday than Baker Mayfield? Is this bottom for the slumping Chicago Bears? Adam Schein spotlights the winners and losers from Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season.

Every week the NFL Media Research team puts together the best notes from Sunday's slate of games. Here are the top nuggets from Week 13.

Henry Ruggs' game-winning touchdown catch caused a stir from Raiders and Jets players who were both in disbelief after a last-second play. 

Adam Rank breaks down which wide receivers you should start and which ones you should sit for Week 11 of the 2020 NFL fantasy football season.

In this week's edition of Hot or Not, Marc Sessler spotlights the Super Bowl contender that spent much of the year hiding in plain sight. Plus, a stud receiver who deserves better.

Every week this article will look at the best and toughest matchups for each position in fantasy football. It also will give you five players whose fantasy value is on the rise.

Adam Rank breaks down which wide receivers you should start and which ones you should sit for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL fantasy football season.

Byes are in play and sleepers might well be needed to wake up your squad. Michael F. Florio has you covered with fantasy football sleepers for Week 7.

Who are the best deep threats in the NFL right now? Nick Shook reveals his top 10, a list that includes three rookies.

Think Dallas' season ended with Dak Prescott's brutal injury? Think again! Cynthia Frelund explains why the Cowboys remain NFC East favorites. Plus, two fantasy sleepers for Week 6.

Should the Dolphins extend the Ryan Fitzpatrick era? Do the Panthers belong to Teddy Bridgewater? Brandon Mendoza runs through six overreactions from Week 5.

Gregg Rosenthal breaks down six season-changing developments in Week 5, including Dak Prescott's gutting injury and Jimmy Garoppolo's benching by the 49ers.

Who made the biggest Sunday statements in Week 5? Adam Schein goes across the NFL to spotlight a number of players and teams, including the Raiders, Steelers and Browns.

Every week the NFL Media Research team puts together the best notes from Sunday's slate of games. Here are the top nuggets from Week 5. 

Jon Gruden took the Raiders head-coaching job in 2018 with a vision to turn the franchise around. On Sunday, his team put the entire NFL on notice after a statement road victory over the Chiefs, Jeffri Chadiha writes.

NFL Network's David Carr, Brian Baldinger, and Mike Giardi share three players who must take next step in 2021.

ESPN college football analyst David Pollack reveals one advantage Jaylen Waddle has over Henry Ruggs III as a draft prospect,

Alabama or LSU: Which wide receiver group from 2020-2021 drafts would you take?

The "Good Morning Football" crew debates who the NFL's best all-around athlete is.

NFL.com writer Nick Shook reveals his AFC West rookie grades.

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs weighs in on quarterback Derek Carr trade rumors.

See a countdown of the top 10 highlight plays made by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2020 NFL season.

Watch the top rookie plays during the NFL 2020 season.

Watch the highlights of Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Henry Ruggs III from the 2020 NFL season.

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III runs a comeback route to grab a pass from quarterback Derek Carr against the Denver Broncos.

Here are the top 15 highest-scoring fantasy plays from Week 13 of the 2020 season.

Check out the Top 5 longest throws (by air distance) from Week 13, according to Next Gen Stats.

Watch the top plays of Week 13 during the NFL 2020 season.

Las Vegas WR Henry Ruggs III and head coach Jon Gruden discuss the Raiders' game-winning play vs. New York Jets.

Can't-Miss Play: Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III hauls in a 46-yard game-winning touchdown bomb from quarterback Derek Carr.

Watch the top plays of Week 12 during the 2020 season.

Watch the top catches of Week 12 during the 2020 season.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr throws a strike to wide receiver Henry Ruggs for a 19 yard gain.

Can't-Miss Play: Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III wins a contested pass for a stellar fourth-down grab against the Atlanta Falcons.

Watch the highlights from the Week 11 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders.

The "Good Morning Football" crew highlights rookies who can step their game up in Week 11.

Watch the top catches of Week 10 during the 2020 NFL season.

Watch the highlights of the Week 10 matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Las Vegas Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr steps up in the pocket to complete a 21-yard pass to wide receiver Henry Ruggs against the Denver Broncos.

The top 15 highest scoring fantasy plays at the midway point of the 2020 NFL season.