Raiders Sign Jaylon Smith, Jonathan Sutherland

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed veteran linebacker Jaylon Smith and defensive back Jonathan Sutherland following successful tryouts at their rookie minicamp. Smith, a former Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowler with 626 career tackles, is attempting an NFL comeback after playing just one game for the Raiders in 2023 and sitting out the 2024 season. He previously played for the Cowboys, Packers, Giants, and Saints. Jonathan Sutherland, formerly with the Seahawks and Giants and known for his special teams play at Penn State, joins to address depth concerns after the Raiders lost starting safeties in free agency. The team is actively reshaping its roster with a blend of experienced veterans and young players. These moves reflect the Raiders' strategy to boost depth and competition ahead of the 2025 NFL season.