The Las Vegas Raiders are undergoing significant changes this offseason, highlighted by the arrival of new general manager John Spytek and head coach Pete Carroll. The team is seeking to rebuild after parting ways with over half of its defensive starters. The linebacker position suffered the most losses, prompting the signing of veterans such as Elandon Roberts, Jaylon Smith, and now Germaine Pratt, who was recently signed to a one-year deal after being released by the Cincinnati Bengals.

Pratt, a key contributor during the Bengals’ Super Bowl run in 2021, brings considerable experience to a linebacker corps that has been reshuffled. With 616 career tackles, 3.5 sacks, and seven interceptions, he is expected to step in as a starter alongside Roberts, potentially making other free-agent signings like Devin White and Jaylon Smith more expendable as the Raiders optimize their roster.