Raiders Waive Defensive Lineman Jonah Laulu
The 26-year-old player departs the active roster following appearances in five games this season.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Football
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The Las Vegas Raiders have waived defensive lineman Jonah Laulu from the active roster. The 26-year-old had been with the team since arriving via waiver claim in 2024.
Why it matters
The move is part of the ongoing adjustments to the Raiders 53-man roster as the franchise manages its defensive rotation. The team has not disclosed its plans for filling the vacancy created by the departure.
Laulu started 15 games during his time with the team and played 32 percent of defensive snaps over five games this season. His career totals include 11 tackles for loss across his appearances.
The players
Jonah Laulu
A 26-year-old defensive lineman who was waived from the Las Vegas Raiders active roster.
Las Vegas Raiders
The professional football team that currently manages a 53-man roster.
Indianapolis Colts
The NFL organization that originally drafted Laulu in 2024.
The details
The Raiders released Laulu following a season where he was recently a healthy scratch for the team's matchup against the Rams. The defensive lineman was originally drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the seventh round of the 2024 NFL Draft before joining the Raiders. The team must now look to other depth options to fill the defensive line rotation.
Timeline
2024: Laulu joined the Raiders organization via a waiver claim.
October 2026: The Raiders officially waived the defensive lineman.
Beyond the Strip
This roster move follows the league-wide pattern of personnel churn required to stay under the NFL's standard 53-man active roster limit. It reflects the constant turnover typical of professional football organizations managing depth throughout a season.
Fans tracking the defensive rotation should monitor the team's official injury and roster reports to see who fills the vacancy on the depth chart. No specific action is required for ticket holders.
The takeaway
The Raiders are reconfiguring their defensive front following the departure of a player who saw limited action this season. Fans should watch for team announcements regarding roster additions to fill the vacated spot.
Further reading
For more updates on team personnel and roster shifts, visit the Las Vegas Football section.
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