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Carroll Sticks to Win-Now Plan as 2-6 Raiders Reach Trade Deadline

He rejects a rebuild, signaling a continued push for short‑term fixes before the deadline.

Overview

  • Las Vegas fell to 2-6 after a 30-29 overtime loss to Jacksonville, a game highlighted by Brock Bowers’ return with 12 catches for 127 yards and three touchdowns.
  • Pete Carroll dismissed dealing for long-term returns, saying it “never” enters his mind as he focuses on improving the roster right now.
  • General manager John Spytek holds the title, yet multiple moves reflect Carroll’s influence over personnel, according to reporting.
  • NFL.com reports the Raiders have movable veterans ahead of 4 p.m. ET, including Jakobi Meyers, who has requested a trade and could be dealt.
  • Injured contributors Aidan O’Connell and Lonnie Johnson Jr. are nearing returns, while special-teams miscues and second-half defensive drop‑offs have undercut recent performances, with Denver up next on Thursday.