Raiders Explore Trade Options for Powers-Johnson
The team is considering a move for the offensive lineman before the upcoming NFL trade deadline.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
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The Las Vegas Raiders are exploring trade options for offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson ahead of the NFL trade deadline. After being benched for Caleb Rogers in Week 6, the former second-round pick faces potential departure from the franchise.
Why it matters
The Raiders coaching staff made the move following inconsistent play and injuries that limited Powers-Johnson to eight games in 2025. With a trade deadline approaching, the team is evaluating whether to move the former Rimington Trophy winner or risk releasing him during the offseason.
Jackson Powers-Johnson currently has a 35% predicted probability of being traded before the deadline. His 2026 run block win rate sits at 62.7%, a notable change from his 2024 rookie pass block win rate of 93.3%.
The players
Jackson Powers-Johnson
The Las Vegas Raiders offensive lineman is a former second-round NFL draft pick who previously won the Rimington Trophy.
Caleb Rogers
The offensive lineman replaced Jackson Powers-Johnson as the starter for the Raiders in Week 6.
The details
The Raiders are currently monitoring the guard market to facilitate a potential Day 3 pick swap. After shifting from center to guard, Powers-Johnson struggled to maintain consistency and health, leading to his benching by the current coaching staff. If no trade agreement is reached by the upcoming NFL deadline, the team may look to cut the player during the offseason.
Timeline
2024: Powers-Johnson recorded a 93.3% pass block win rate.
2025: Powers-Johnson played eight games due to ankle injury.
Week 1 2026: Powers-Johnson earned a starting spot.
Week 6 2026: Powers-Johnson was benched.
Upcoming deadline: NFL trade deadline for players.
Beyond the Strip
This move follows the standard pattern of teams utilizing the NFL trade deadline to offload underperforming draft picks for mid-to-late round draft capital. Similar to past roster restructurings, the Raiders are attempting to salvage value from a high draft pick before the offseason.
Fans watching the Raiders offensive line rotation should monitor the upcoming trade deadline to see if the roster undergoes further changes. The decision by the coaching staff to favor Caleb Rogers remains in effect for all games until otherwise noted.
The takeaway
The team remains in a position where roster flexibility is a priority given the current performance metrics of the offensive line. Supporters should track the official NFL trade deadline announcements to confirm if Powers-Johnson is moved to the Jacksonville Jaguars or Los Angeles Chargers.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Heavy.
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