Raiders finalize 53-man active roster and 17-player practice squad

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Raiders finalize 53-man active roster and 17-player practice squad
Summary

The Raiders reached the mandatory 53-man roster limit on Sunday following a reduction from an initial 89-player training camp group. Following the cutdown, the franchise transitioned to building its practice squad, which currently consists of 17 players. The updated depth chart establishes Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback, supported by Fernando Mendoza and Aidan O'Connell. Key additions to the offense include running backs Ashton Jeanty and Mike Washington Jr., alongside wide receiver Jack Bech and tight end Brock Bowers. Defensively, the unit features Maxx Crosby and Kwity Paye at the edge positions, with Taron Johnson and Eric Stokes leading the cornerback group. The organization finalized these roster adjustments on Monday, setting the personnel structure heading into the upcoming schedule.

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  • The Raiders reduced the active roster from 89 players to the mandatory 53-man limit.
  • A 17-man practice squad was established following Monday roster adjustments.
  • Kirk Cousins is listed as the starting quarterback for the team.
  • Dont'e Thornton and Carter Runyon remain on the injured reserve list.
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  • 6:49 PMYahoo SportsRaiders updated depth chart following cutdown, practice squad signings
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With the initial cuts and subsequent roster moves, here is where the Raiders depth chart stands now.

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