Raiders Sign Veteran WR Amari Cooper in Vegas Return

Amari Cooper has returned to the Las Vegas Raiders, signing a one-year contract worth up to $6 million, marking a full-circle moment since being the fourth overall pick by the Raiders in 2015 when they were based in Oakland. Cooper, now 31, expressed that he still has "unfinished business" with the franchise and is eager to prove he still has the ability to perform at a high level despite a career-low in receiving yards last season. His return adds veteran depth to the Raiders' wide receiver group, which includes younger players such as Jakobi Meyers and Tommy Mellott. The Raiders, under new coach Pete Carroll and with Geno Smith as quarterback, are in a rebuilding phase aiming to improve after a disappointing previous season. Cooper's experience and past Pro Bowl success could play a key role, provided he remains healthy. His enthusiasm and commitment to the team were evident when he reposted an NFL highlight video captioned "Unfinished bidness," signaling his motivation to contribute significantly to the Raiders' renewed project.