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Immerse yourself in the heart of NFL action with Silver and Black Today, the quintessential podcast for all things Las Vegas Raiders. Powered by Sportsnaut and also heard on 101.5 KDAWN and 1040 KXNT in Las Vegas, this show is the ultimate source for the most current news, expert analysis, and passionate discussions surrounding the iconic Raider Nation. Dive into a world where every play, every decision, and every moment is dissected and celebrated. Whether you're craving the latest team updates, seeking in-depth analysis of on- and off-field strategies, or looking to connect with fellow fans, Silver and Black Today is your year-round ticket to the most comprehensive and engaging Raiders coverage anywhere. Join us as we live and breathe the excitement of the Silver and Black — where true fandom never takes an offseason.

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Game Day: Week 9 vs. Giants, Michael Troiano on...
It's game day at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey as the Las Vegas Raiders (5-2) take on the New York Giants (2-6). Scott and Moe talk about the tough week in Raider Nation in light of the Henry Ruggs tragedy. Criminal defense attorney Michael Troiano talks with us about the legal road ahead for Ruggs and gives an overview of law governing incidents like this. We then switch to football and welcome Joe DeLeone, host of the Blue Blue View Giants podcast on the Bleav Podcast Network. He tells us why the Raiders might be in for a trench battle today in Jersey.
48 min
1702
Henry Ruggs Tragedy & Toll on Raiders, Patricia...
The Henry Ruggs tragedy and its impact on the Las Vegas Raiders is our topic to kick off our show as we look at it from a humanistic point of view. What does it say about culture, if anything, and why people who blame any of it on where it happened - in Las Vegas - are part of the problem. We then focus solely on football as we welcome long-time New York Giants writer Patricia Traina who also hosts the Locked On Giants podcast. Traina talks about the Giants' struggle with offensive coordinator Jason Garrett and whether or not Daniel Jones is a true franchise quarterback.
42 min
1703
Game Day: Raiders Bye Week Roundtable w/Murf of...
It's Silver and Black Today: Game Day but Las Vegas in the bye week which gives us time to reflect on the first 7 weeks of the season. The Raiders sit at 5-2 after a tumultuous 2021 and hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton break down the highs and lows. Popular Raiders Fan Radio host Murf joins the guys to talk about how Raider Nation is feeling and about his great charity work with the One Nation Foundation. Then, Evan Groat of the Just Pod Baby podcast gives us his surprises, disappointments and prediction for how the Raiders will do the rest of the NFL slate this season.
49 min
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10/29/21 - Raiders at the Bye Week, Dennis Acke...
The Las Vegas Raiders enter the bye week at 5-2 after a huge win at home against the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite losing their coach Jon Gruden in the midst of a two-game losing streak, the Raiders, under interim coach Rich Bisaccia, are playing their best football of 2021. Hosts Moe Moton and Scott Gulbransen talk about the why and how the Raiders are playing so well despite the cards stacked against them. Veteran broadcaster and host of the Bleav in Raiders podcast Dennis Ackerman joins us and tells us why he thinks this Raiders team is playing so well in the post-Gruden era.
42 min
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Game Day - Week 7: Raiders Bounce Back, Jovan A...
We're back with your Las Vegas Raiders pregame show as the 4-2 Silver and Black host the Philadelphia Eagles (2-4) at Allegiant Stadium. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton recap the Raiders' best performance of the year vs. Denver and talk about how Greg Olson helped make it happen. The gang also welcomes DraftKings Nation writer Jovan Alford who gives us the game plan for the Raiders vs. Eagles later today. What matchups will make a difference? Will it be a blowout or a nail-biter? We're on every Sunday with your Raiders pregame show for Las Vegas. No BS, no narrative - just honest Raiders pregame talk.
48 min
1706
Raiders Rally to 4-2 + John Kincade Previews Ea...
The Las Vegas Raiders responded with a resounding drubbing of the Denver Broncos in Week 6 and hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton both agree the team showed resiliency and character in their first game since Jon Gruden's shocking resignation. Also: Moe and Scott give #RaiderNation a big: I TOLD YOU SO on Kenyan Drake. Jovan Alford of Draft Kings Nation previews the Eagles. Can the Raiders move to 5-2 before the bye week?
42 min
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Game Day: Week 6 - Andrew Brandt on NFL Targeti...
We kick off our Silver and Black Today: Game Day show on The Fan in Las Vegas looking back at the last week and the Jon Gruden scandal and resignation. We're joined by ESPN's business and legal analyst Andrew Brandt who says the NFL may have sacrificed Gruden to protect others embroiled in the Washington Football Team front office scandal. KMJ's Christopher Gabriel weighs in on the current Raiders crisis and Mark Davis' lack of visibility and Derek Carr's position with the team. Lastly, bring you part of our conversation with Michael Lombardi who said Gruden's nature never was a good fit for a man in charge of the football operation in Las Vegas.
48 min
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Gruden Fallout: Michael Lombardi on the Downfal...
While hosts Scott Gulbansen and Moe Moton rather talk about football, the shocking end of the Jon Gruden era in Las Vegas is the focus of our show this week. We talk about the events of last weekend, email links, and Mark Davis' absence in the public eye to deal with the crisis. We also talk with former Raiders front office executive Michael Lombardi who talks about Gruden's downfall in his return to the NFL. We also talk with legal experts Sam and Ash about whether or not Gruden may have a strong legal case if he was indeed targeted by the NFL as part of a possible coverup in the Washington Football Team investigation.
42 min
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SPECIAL REPORT: Jon Gruden Resigns as Las Vegas...
BREAKING NEWS: After more objectionable emails surfaced from Jon Gruden on Monday, the coach, saying he didn't want to be a distraction, resigned in a day of shocking events. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Evan Groat talk about the controversy and what it means for the Raiders moving forward.
64 min
1710
Game Day Week 5: Lorin Cox Previews Bears, Evan...
It's game day for the Las Vegas Raiders as the Silver and Black return home to host the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton talk about the Raiders offensive line troubles, injuries, and ask why Kenyan Drake is the forgotten man. Plus, we welcome Locked on Bears podcast cost Lorin Cox who helps us preview the Chicago Bears. We close the show with Just Pod Baby podcast host Evan Groat who discusses the Raiders after four weeks and what they must do to beat the Bears today in Vegas.
48 min
1711
Raiders Lose to Chargers, Former Bears DE Corey...
The Las Vegas Raiders dropped their first game of the season to the Los Angeles Chargers and hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton talk about why. Plus: the guys tell you "we told you so" about the Raiders offensive line issues which were front and center in the loss at SoFi Stadium. Also, they ask: where is Kenyan Drake and talk concerns with Raiders run defense. Former Chicago Bears DE Corey Wootton joins the guys to talk about the Raiders opponent this Sunday and the news Justin Fields is now the starting QB in the Windy City.
43 min
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Raiders Game Day Week 4: Derek Carr is on fire,...
We have to wait until Monday Night Football this week to get our dose of Las Vegas Raiders football, but it should be worth the wait. Scott and Moe are back to talk about the Raiders 3-0 start and the reasons why. Yes, the defense is better. Yes, the young wide receivers are hitting their stride. But, more than anything, the Raiders are riding on the arm of AFC Offensive Player of the Month Derek Carr. We discuss why it's something Raider Nation should be relishing. We also ask: why can't Raiders fans be happier? Then, our man Bryan Salmond from News 3 Las Vegas joins us on his way to Los Angeles to cover tomorrow's big game against the Chargers. He tells us why he says the Raiders will win and what they must do to fulfill his prophecy and move to 4-0.
48 min
1713
Raiders vs. Chargers Monday Night Matchup w/Gil...
The Las Vegas Raiders are 3-0 and doing it because of elite QB play by AFC Offensive Player of the Month Derek Carr. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton talk about why Carr isn't just "the same old Carr" and why his early-season play deserves even more credit than some are giving him. Scott and Moe also welcome LA Chargers beat writer Gilbert Manzano of the LA Daily News who talks all about the Chargers and breaks down key matchups for Monday at SoFi Stadium - the Raiders vacation home!
42 min
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SBT Game Day: Week 3 vs. Dolphins - Defense is ...
It's game day in Las Vegas as the Raiders (2-0) return home to take on the Tua-less Miami Dolphins (1-1). The Raiders have a hot QB in Derek Carr but their defense has been nothing short of remarkable. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton talk about the Silver and Black defense and why they're so effective under Gus Bradley. We liked talking to Dolphins Digest editor Jeremy Klump so much on our Friday The Mightier 1090 show, we invited him back for our game day show. He'll tell us why he thinks today's game will be a Raiders win.
48 min
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9/24/21 - Derek Carr Proves Haters Wrong at 2-0...
The Las Vegas Raiders are 2-0 and QB Derek Carr is off to an MVP-like season in 2021. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton dissect why the Silver and Black are off to an impressive start despite a rash of injuries. The guys also discuss why fans who think Carr is better because of the team's improved defense aren't seeing the real reason. Then, we go "phishing" as we learn about the struggling Miami Dolphins with Dolphins Digest editor Jeremy Klump. Klump talks about the Tua injury and why he is bullish on the Raiders.
42 min
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Game Day: Arash Markazi on Raiders Defense, Bry...
The Las Vegas Raiders play in Pittsburgh today and your pregame show is right here with Silver and Black Today: Game Day on The Fan Las Vegas. Hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton tie a bow on Monday night's win. The guys then talk to radio host and sportswriter Arash Markazi about his experience at Allegiant Stadium and the improved Raiders defense. Next, Bryan Salmond of News 3 Las Vegas gives us his rundown on how the Raiders win in Pittsburgh on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
48 min
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Raiders Thrilling Win Monday + Ike Taylor Previ...
Raider Nation is still basking in the glow of the team's huge 33-27 win Monday night against the Baltimore Ravens but it came at a steep cost. The Raiders injury report is already in mid-season form and hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton discuss how the team's depth will be tested early. They then turn their conversation toward Sunday's opponent - the Pittsburgh Steelers. Former Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor is our guest and he tells us what each team must do to win the AFC match up on Sunday.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
43 min
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9/12/21: S&B Today Game Day: Raiders Kickoff Se...
We're back on the air in Las Vegas every Sunday from 9-10 AM on the new 98.5 The Fan - an Audacy Station. Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton recap the week that was in Raider Nation and preview the big Monday Night Football matchup with Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Longtime NFL writer Clifton Brown of Ravens.com joins us to break down Baltimore and how they share some challenges this season in common with the Raiders. Listen to Silver and Black Today Game Day every Sunday from 9-10 AM on 98.5 The Fan, including live on the free Audacy app. Also, catch our Friday night show in Southern California - Silver and Black Tonight - on the Mightier 1090.
51 min
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9/10/21 - Raiders Set for Ravens on MNF, Cody B...
The time for talk is done and now the Las Vegas Raiders take to the field as they host the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football in Week 1 of the NFL season. Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton talk about the matchup and the news of Tanner Muse's release earlier in the week. The guys welcome CBS Sports NFL writer Cody Benjamin who evaluates the Raiders enter the fourth year under Jon Gruden. Benjamin has a stark view of the Raiders rebuilding process and shares why. We talk all things Ravens as we preview the big matchup.
43 min
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9/3/21 - 53-Man Roster Breakdown and Scott & Mo...
The Las Vegas Raiders cut their roster to 53 men on Tuesday and added some high-profile names in free agency and Scott and Moe discuss how it sets them up for the 2021 season.
44 min
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8/27/21 - Carr's QB Rating, Depth Issues, Levi ...
The guys talk about the Raiders depth concerns heading into the final preseason game of 2021, where Moe ranks Derek Carr amongst NFL starters, and Levi Edwards of Raiders.com talks Devine Diablo, Nate Hobbs, and Alex Leatherwood.
42 min
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Silver & Black Tonight: Michael Lombardi, Raide...
Southern California's only Raiders talk show debuts on The Mightier 1090 as hosts Scott Gulbransen and Moe Moton welcome former NFL executive Michael Lombardi to talk about the team entering 2021.
44 min
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Biggest Raiders Questions Entering the Preseaso...
As the Las Vegas Raiders enter their first preseason game on Saturday vs. Seattle, what questions need the most answers for Jon Gruden's team? Scott Gulbransen and co-host Moe Moton of Bleacher Report & Vegas Sports Today discuss. Is it the revamped Raiders defense or the remade offensive line? Also, what training camp "hype" is just that - hype. Moe and Scott talk about the new defensive player who will make an impact in the locker room and which defensive back is under the most pressure to prove himself this preseason.
54 min
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PFF's Austin Gayle on Raiders 2021 and Sounds f...
The 2021 Las Vegas Raiders are in training camp and host Scott Gulbransen sets the agenda for the preseason. What questions must the team answer before the season gets underway in September? Hear from head coach Jon Gruden, quarterback Derek Carr, new center Andre James, linebacker Nicholas Morrow and more. Plus: Pro Football Focus Director of Content Austin Gayle joins Scott to talk about the Raiders' moves in the offseason and gives us the PFF rankings by position for the Raiders as they head to camp. You'll also get Gayle's thoughts on Jon Gruden and the job he's done heading into Season 4 of his return to the Silver and Black.
51 min
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SPECIAL: Ice Cube Joins Show to Discuss BIG3 Ho...
It might be the NFL dead period but the Silver and Black Today show rolls on as host Scott Gulbransen talks Las Vegas Raiders football and welcomes special guest Ice Cube for an exclusive interview. Ice Cube talks about his BIG3 basketball as it rolls through Las Vegas in July and its focus on making 3-on-3 basketball fun for fans and players. Cube also breaks down his take on the Raiders in Las Vegas after a year and what he thinks the team will do with an improved defense. He also chimes in on why he thinks Raiders QB Derek Carr is polarizing in Raider Nation. Don't miss this special pre-Independence Day special.
38 min