Raiders Switch to Three-Four Defense, Targeting Free Agency

Raiders Switch to Three-Four Defense, Targeting Free Agency

1:37 Mar 31, 2026
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The Las Vegas Raiders have announced a significant defensive overhaul, switching to a three-four defense under new coordinator Rob Leonard. This shift aims to improve a unit that struggled last season. Leonard, with experience from Miami and Baltimore, plans a complex scheme with multiple fronts and roles for linebackers. The team lacks a true nose tackle and athletic outside linebackers, but Maxx Crosby and Tyree Wilson are expected to thrive in their new roles. This change sets the stage for competitiveness by 2026, with free agency and the draft in Pittsburgh being key areas to watch. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b0a1a5fa4c4684d3
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