Overview
- The Raiders signed defensive end Patrick Johnson, linebacker Buddy Johnson and wide receiver/returner Deven Thompkins, the team announced following a group of free-agent workouts.
- Las Vegas cleared roster spots by waiving wide receiver Jonathan Brady, linebacker Chris Thomas and defensive tackle Laki Tasi to accommodate the new additions.
- All three signees are multi-year NFL veterans whose careers emphasize rotational play and special-teams roles rather than feature offensive snaps.
- Patrick Johnson has played 70 career games with the Eagles and Giants, Buddy Johnson has logged significant special-teams snaps for multiple clubs, and Thompkins brings prior kickoff and punt return experience.
- The moves reflect routine training-camp roster shaping focused on depth and special teams and set up competition for limited roster spots as the preseason progresses.