Kwity Paye plays multiple positions for Raiders in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:19 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Kwity Paye is taking on multiple roles this season for the Raiders as they implement a 3-4 defense. Signed for $48 million over three years, Paye will play SAM, Big End, and 3-technique. This flexibility aims to keep opposing offenses guessing about his position on the field. Despite criticisms regarding his pass rush performance last season, previous seasons showed improved numbers in both pressure and run stopping. The Raiders are focusing on maximizing his strengths across these various positions.
- •Paye signed with Raiders for $48 million over three years
- •Playing SAM, Big End, and 3-technique this season
- •Raiders' defense primarily operates in a 3-4 scheme
- •Critics note his performance has varied over previous seasons
- •Team aims to utilize his strengths for better defensive results
- 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Kwity Paye lining up at 3 different positions for Raiders
"The Raiders paid Kwity Paye big money this offseason and they're looking to get some ROI by playing him in several roles.
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