Raiders expect more involvement from wide receivers against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:34 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026

As the Las Vegas Raiders prepare to face the New England Patriots on October 8, there’s focus on wide receivers Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor, and Cody White. Tucker leads the team with 15 catches for 233 yards, but the receiver group overall has struggled. Tight ends and a running back have outperformed receivers in key statistics. The Patriots have restricted tight ends effectively, suggesting the Raiders may need to utilize their receivers more in their game plan. Nailor is reported out due to a concussion, increasing the pressure on Tucker and White to step up.
- •Raiders' Tre Tucker leads receivers with 15 catches for 233 yards.
- •Tight ends and a running back have better statistics than receivers.
- •Patriots have not allowed a touchdown to tight ends this season.
- •Jalen Nailor will miss the game due to a concussion.
- •Increased receiver production may influence potential trades as deadline approaches.
- 10:34 PMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas Raiders-New England Patriots FEED topic: Will wide receivers be more involved in offense?
"Spotlight is on Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor and Cody White in New England
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