Overview
- The Raiders announced the signing of wide receiver Noah Brown and the release of defensive tackle Benito Jones on Sunday to open a roster spot.
- Brown is a 2017 seventh-round pick with roughly 155 catches for about 2,083 yards and six career touchdowns and is known for his 2024 game-winning Hail Mary.
- Teams and local outlets say Brown was added as veteran depth to support rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza and a largely unproven receiver room rather than to be an immediate primary starter.
- Brown missed much of 2025 with knee, groin and rib issues and finished that season on injured reserve, making health the main question about his immediate role.
- The signing intensifies competition for the final receiver spots in training camp and could affect playing time and practice-squad decisions as the Raiders prepare for a preseason meeting with the Texans.