Hondo Carpenter

Hondo Carpenter

Hondo S. Carpenter Sr. is an award-winning sports journalist who brings decades of experience to his role as editor and publisher, and beat writer for our Las Vegas Raiders and the NFL coverage. Carpenter is a member of the PFWA, FWAA, and USBWA.

Las Vegas Raiders Owner Mark Davis from 2024 NFL Training Camp
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast: Reach and Magnitude of Raiders, NFL Draft

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast deals with the enormous magnitude and reach of the Silver and Black and looks to the NFL Draft.

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Raiders Head Coach Pete Carroll
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on New Staff, Mark Davis, and More from the NFL

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast digs into the new Silver and Black staff, Mark Davis, and more from the NFL.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) passes the ball against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images
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PODCAST: Five QBs to Watch in the 2025 NFL Draft for the Las Vegas Raiders

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast digs into the top three quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft with complete scouting reports and two names you can't overlook.

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Las Vegas Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast Addresses a Unique Take on the QB Situation

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast answers many of your emails and questions, including a highly successful NFL OC's take on the QB situation.

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Jan 27, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek (left), owner Mark Davis (center) and coach Pete Carroll pose at press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on Pete Carroll's Staff, Expectations

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider podcast dives into the newly assembled Silver and Black coaching staff.

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Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; A Las Vegas Raiders logo at the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on Fascinating Draft News

In this latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider podcast, we dig into some interesting news about the upcoming draft.

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Nov 3, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; A general view of the helmet of Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DJ Turner (19) during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast Bringing All the Latest News

In this episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider podcast, we dig into all the latest from the Silver and Black.

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Jan 27, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek (left) and coach Pete Carroll at press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on the Latest Silver and Black News

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of moving pieces right now. Our latest episode dives right into it.

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Nov 29, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) warms up against the Kansas City Chiefs prior go a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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EXCLUSIVE: Bussin' with the Boys Will Compton Talks Raiders Maxx Crosby

Bussin' with the Boys Will Compton linked up with Las Vegas Raiders On SI for this exclusive interview discussing All-Pro Maxx Crosby.

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Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA;  Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Chip Kelly before playing against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on a New Cast of Characters in the Desert

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider podcast dives into the recent hirings that have put a new batch of names in the Silver and Black.

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Las Vegas Raiders GM John Spytek and Superstar DE Maxx Crosby
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on Pete Carroll, Mark Davis, Tom Brady, and the NFL

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast digs into Pete Carroll, Mark Davis, Tom Brady, and around the National Football League.

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GM John Spytek, Owner Mark Davis, and Las Vegas Raiders Coach Pete Carroll
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Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast on the Latest with the Silver & Black, NFL

Our latest episode of the Las Vegas Raiders Insider Podcast offers a deep discussion of the Silver and Black, and around the NFL.

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