Jackson Powers-Johnson competes for starting role at Raiders training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Jackson Powers-Johnson, a third-year offensive lineman for the Las Vegas Raiders, is vying for a first-string guard spot during training camp. He has been a consistent presence on the first-team offense since spring practices, impressing new offensive line coach Rick Dennison with his mental game and eagerness to learn. Despite a strong start, Powers-Johnson faces competition from second-year guard Caleb Rogers, as the coaching staff evaluates players for optimal lineup placement. Dennison's experience may help improve Powers-Johnson's consistency, a crucial factor for his career progression.
- •Powers-Johnson has been practicing as the right guard since spring.
- •Rick Dennison praises his consistency and receptiveness to coaching.
- •He is competing with Caleb Rogers for a starting spot.
- •The coaching staff is rotating players to find the best five linemen.
- •Powers-Johnson is focusing on minimizing distractions to improve.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Is the light coming on for Jackson Powers-Johnson during Las Vegas Raiders training camp?
"Third-year offensive lineman seems to be making steps in the mental part of the game
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