Raiders waive Decamerion Richardson to sign cornerback Darrell Luter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 12:55 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Raiders released third-year cornerback Decamerion Richardson to clear a roster spot for Darrell Luter. Luter joined the team via a waiver claim from the 49ers after being cut by the franchise. While Richardson competed throughout training camp and earned a place on the initial 53-man roster, the organization utilized its top waiver priority to acquire Luter. The move follows Luter’s performance during the preseason finale against the 49ers, where he demonstrated effective coverage skills. Richardson may be eligible to join the practice squad given that other teams have already finalized their initial roster moves. Greedy Vance also remains a potential practice squad candidate following his performance during the preseason.
- •Raiders released third-year cornerback Decamerion Richardson on September 1.
- •The team claimed cornerback Darrell Luter off waivers from the 49ers.
- •Luter was signed after a strong performance in the preseason finale.
- •Richardson may return to the team's practice squad.
- •Greedy Vance remains in consideration for a practice squad role.
- 12:55 AMYahoo Sports — Third-year CB cut by Raiders to make room for waiver claim
"With the addition of Darrell Luter, it was third-year CB Decamerion Richardson who was the odd man out.
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