Award-winning journalist and ESPN senior writer Mina Kimes joins Ted Nguyen and Marshall Newhouse for a deep, honest conversation about the future of the Las Vegas Raiders.

With the Raiders hiring new head coach Klint Kubiak, Mina breaks down what Raiders fans should expect, why this hire matters, and how his Seahawks background could shape the team moving forward. As a longtime Seahawks fan and one of the sharpest minds covering the NFL, Mina brings a unique perspective to where this Raiders team is headed.

Topics covered with Mina Kimes:

• What Klint Kubiak brings as the new Raiders head coach

• How realistic the #1 pick QB Fernando Mendoza plan is

• Whether keeping Geno Smith actually makes sense

• What a real Raiders turnaround would need to look like

• How quickly the Raiders can become competitive again

Before the Mina Kimes interview, Ted and Marshall break down the latest Raiders news and rumors, including:

• The hire of assistant head coach Mike McCoy

• Rob Leonard interviewing for defensive coordinator

• The Maxx Crosby trade rumor drama and what’s real

• How the front office is shaping the roster and staff

Plus all the latest Raiders news and rumors from around the league. No fluff, no talking points, just real football analysis!

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