Raiders add two top free agents in 2026, bolster team performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:08 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders have made significant free agent signings in 2026, with Tyler Linderbaum and Nakobe Dean recognized as among the best. Linderbaum, who joined the team on a $81 million deal, has substantially improved the offensive line, allowing no sacks and only a few pressures in four games. Dean's three forced fumbles and impactful defensive plays have also contributed to the team's success as they start the season strong with a 3-1 record. Both players have been crucial in elevating the Raiders' performance on both sides of the ball.
- •Raiders are 3-1 to start the season in 2026.
- •Linderbaum has allowed no sacks this season.
- •Dean leads the NFL with three forced fumbles.
- •Dean recorded significant tackles against the Chiefs.
- •Both players were key offseason acquisitions.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — 2 Raiders new additions named among best free agent signings of 2026
"The Raiders are off to a hot start to the year in part to some savvy free agent additions. Two of them were named among the best in the NFL.
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