Silver and Black Today

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Silver & Black Today is the Las Vegas Raiders podcast for fans who want verdicts, not takes. Hosted by veteran host Scott Gulbransen on the BLEAV Network, this is the one Raiders report you need — three times a week, every week of the season. No hot takes. No filler. Just sharp, evidence-based analysis of everything Silver and Black — from breaking news and roster moves to in-depth coverage of the new Klint Kubiak offensive era and what it means for this franchise's future. Monday brings rapid-fire verdicts on Sunday's game. Wednesday goes deep on one fully developed argument. Friday opens the courtroom to Raider Nation — your calls, your takes, your voice on the show. Call in: 702-900-7869, email us a video rant to mail@silverandblacktoday.com! Nine years of Raiders coverage. One reinvented format. All signal, no noise.

  1. 2h ago

    Are the Raiders Still for Real at 3-3? Rams Preview, Jeanty vs. Washington & Trade Deadline

    The Raiders opened 3-0, then lost three straight. So are they still for real at 3-3? Scott Gulbransen makes the case for and against before Sunday's Rams vs. Raiders game at Allegiant Stadium (1:25 PM PT, FOX). In this episode: The case for and against the Raiders at 3-3, and Scott's verdict Rams preview: a 2-4 "superteam" without Davante Adams, Poona Ford, Kobie Turner and Myles Garrett, and what that means for the Raiders' run game Is Ashton Jeanty losing carries to Mike Washington Jr.? The NFL trade deadline (Nov. 10): does Klint Kubiak's offense need a wide receiver? The Bills spitting suspensions Three keys to a Raiders win, Michael Mayer as the X-factor, and Scott's pick Your calls in the Raider Nation Court of Public Opinion Chapters: 00:00 Are the Raiders still for real at 3-3? 02:20 The case for the Raiders 04:35 The case against 05:49 The verdict 07:30 Rams preview 08:45 The Rams injury report 13:33 Jeanty vs. Washington 19:53 Trade deadline: do the Raiders need a receiver? 24:48 Bills spitting suspensions 26:29 Keys to a Raiders win 32:08 Your calls 40:21 Final call Call the show: 702-900-8105. Leave a message by Tuesday or early Wednesday to be heard on Thursday's show. Join Scott and Murf from Raiders Fan Radio for the Kalshi Silver and Black Today postgame show, live after Rams vs. Raiders on YouTube. Silver and Black Today is a Bleav Network podcast covering the Las Vegas Raiders. Also heard Saturdays at 5 PM on 101.5 KDAWN in Las Vegas and free on the Odyssey app. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@silverblacktoday X: https://x.com/snbtoday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverblack2day/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@silverandblacktoday Scott on X: https://x.com/LVGully Subscribe and leave a rating or review. It helps more Raiders fans find the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 2d ago

    Ashton Jeanty and Raiders Run Game Failure Film Breakdown with Zain Dhanani

    Ashton Jeanty and the Raiders run game are under the microscope. Is the problem the 2025 first-round pick, the offensive line, Klint Kubiak’s zone scheme, or all three? Host Scott Gulbransen is joined by Zain Dhanani (The Cutup on the Bleav Network, former ESPN/Milwaukee Bucks analytics) for an All-22 film breakdown of multiple clips from early 2026 action. Zain walks through yards before contact, designed-hole efficiency, zone vs. gap scheme fit for Jeanty, and specific struggles from Jackson Powers-Johnson, Tyler Linderbaum, DJ Glaze, and Kolton Miller. We also cover: Why Jeanty looks more comfortable in gap schemes than zone The predictability issues created by the thin wide receiver room (Tre Tucker, Brock Bowers, Michael Mayer) and stacked boxes Kirk Cousins vs. the Fernando Mendoza timeline What fans should actually watch for against the Rams and Jets to see if the unit is improving Caller reaction from Raider Nation This is the detailed, film-and-analytics look Raider Nation has been asking for. Watch the video for the clips or listen for the full breakdown. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome & Introducing Zain Dhanan 02:40 Macro View: What’s Actually Wrong with the Raiders Run Game? 05:00 Film Clip 1: Jeanty vs. Dolphins (Zone Hesitation) 07:50 Scheme Fit: Why Jeanty Prefers Gap Over Zone 09:30 Film Clip 2: Jackson Powers-Johnson Gets Blown Up 14:00 Film Clip 3: Outside Zone vs. Chargers 18:30 Film Clip 4: Tyler Linderbaum Penetration Problem 21:00 Predictability, WR Room Limitations & Stacked Boxes 25:30 Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza: When Is the Right Time? 31:00 What to Watch For vs. Rams & Jets 37:40 Caller: Anders from Oakland 44:40 Wrap-Up, New Call-In Number & Subscribe Subscribe to Silver and Black Today wherever you get podcasts and on YouTube for more Raiders analysis three times a week. Also check out Zain’s show The Cutup on the Bleav Network. Call the show: 702-900-8105! Radio: Saturdays at 5 PM on 101.5 KDWN in Las Vegas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 3d ago

    Raiders Lose 33-30 to Bills: Postgame Reaction, Cousins, Jeanty & Fan Calls

    The Las Vegas Raiders fall 33-30 to the Buffalo Bills in a competitive but ultimately frustrating game at Allegiant Stadium. Kirk Cousins throws for 313 yards and connects with Tre Tucker on a late 44-yard touchdown, but the Raiders can’t finish the comeback. Host Scott Gulbransen breaks down the full game in this Kalshi Silver and Black Today postgame show, covering: • Overall takeaways and why the Raiders still lack the talent to compete consistently • Ashton Jeanty’s continued struggles in the run game vs. Mike Washington Jr.’s better efficiency • Defensive issues, scheme questions around Rob Leonard, and second-half starts • Clint Kubiak’s play-calling and the need for better adjustments • The ongoing Fernando Mendoza conversation • Honest live video calls from Raider Nation fans Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & final score 02:00 – Overall takeaways & talent level 05:30 – Running game (Jeanty vs. Washington) 08:15 – Defense, coaching & scheme notes 12:40 – Kirk Cousins performance 15:00 – Kalshi sponsor read 17:20 – Fan call: Misha 21:40 – Fan call: Raider Sky 27:10 – Fan call: Daniel 36:30 – Fan call: Tariq 46:20 – Fan call: CaptainRafucho 55:20 – Closing thoughts & looking ahead to the Rams Subscribe to Silver and Black Today wherever you listen and leave a rating or review — it helps the show grow. New voicemail number for Raider Nation Court of Public Opinion: (702) 900-8105 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 6d ago

    Why Ashton Jeanty’s Numbers Are Really an Offensive Line Story | Raiders vs. Bills Preview

    Klint Kubiak shut down a report that the Raiders might rest Ashton Jeanty, and Scott spends most of this episode on what sits underneath that story. Jeanty is averaging 2.9 yards per carry, and the Raiders are last in the NFL in yards per carry as a team. Kubiak himself said the staff has been raising concerns about the line for weeks. Scott lays out the case for playing Jeanty and the case for sitting him, says where he lands, and goes through the offensive line one position at a time. Then it’s on to Buffalo. The Bills beat the Rams 37-34 in overtime on Monday night behind Josh Allen, and now they travel to Las Vegas on a short week with injuries at right tackle, wide receiver, and defensive line. Scott covers where the Raiders can attack, whether Maxx Crosby’s snap count should change, the Raiders’ own injury report, and his score prediction. The second half is your calls and videos, covering the offensive line, the best timing for Fernando Mendoza, the defense giving up 34 points a game, and whether this team has an identity yet. Timestamps 00:00 Cold open: Kubiak says Jeanty is playing 02:08 What happened this week, in order 03:39 Should Jeanty play? The case for and against 08:21 The offensive line: Kubiak puts it on the coaching staff 10:19 Burford, the right guard battle, depth problems, and Tyler Linderbaum 12:46 Why Jeanty’s 2.9 yards per carry is an offensive line story 14:17 Bills preview: Josh Allen and the overtime win over the Rams 16:47 Buffalo’s injuries and where the Raiders can attack 18:18 Maxx Crosby’s snap count 19:38 Raiders injury report 22:10 Scott’s score prediction 23:11 Your calls and videos begin 23:47 Tarek, Texas: run game, receivers, Fernando Mendoza’s timeline 26:34 Kevin, San Jose: the Jets game and Mendoza 29:12 Anders, Oakland: the defense and Rob Leonard 32:02 Mandy, Minnesota: coaching and Spencer Burford 34:48 Raider Skye: what is this team’s identity? 37:29 Pastor Mike Behind Bars: Kirk Cousins’ arm strength 40:07 Raider Rob, San Diego: Linderbaum, Kolton Miller, and Jeanty 44:30 Jacob, Fresno: are the Raiders for real? 48:54 Dave Casper the Ghost, Upstate New York: Crosby and Jeanty’s role 53:26 How to call in, recap, and postgame live show Mentioned in this episode: Ashton Jeanty, Klint Kubiak, Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins, Brock Bowers, Maxx Crosby, Tyler Linderbaum, Kolton Miller, Spencer Burford, Jackson Powers-Johnson, Caleb Rogers, Mike Washington Jr., Rob Leonard, Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford. Be part of the next show: Call 702-900-7869 or email video to mail@silverandblacktoday.com. Midweek calls keep your take fresh. Live postgame show: Scott and Murf go live on YouTube after the Bills game, with live video drop-ins. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@SIlverBlackToday Silver & Black Today airs Saturdays at 5 PM on KDAWN 101.5 FM in Las Vegas and is part of the BLEAV Network. Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Oct 13

    Fernando Mendoza: Is it Time for the Raiders to Start Him?

    Should Fernando Mendoza start for the Raiders this Sunday against the Buffalo Bills? Scott’s answer is closer, but not yet, and he names the record that would change it. After the Raiders’ 45-17 loss in New England, Scott goes through Mendoza’s first eight NFL throws and why he wouldn’t read much into them against a Patriots defense playing prevent. He also makes the case that Kirk Cousins didn’t lose this game, looks at whether the offensive line had one bad day or a real problem, and pushes back on Klint Kubiak’s claim that the team abandoned the run. Then he lays out the stretch ahead: Bills, Rams, Jets, 49ers, Seahawks. In this episode: Why Scott would keep Cousins in the lineup for the Bills and Rams Pass protection: 3 sacks, pressure on roughly 4 of 10 dropbacks, and what New England did with four rushers A run game averaging 2.1 yards per carry, with Ashton Jeanty banged up Brock Bowers carrying a passing game with receivers missing What Kubiak said after the game, and what it tells you about the staff The record at which Mendoza starts against Seattle on Nov. 15 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Should Fernando Mendoza start vs the Bills? 2:09 Patriots 45, Raiders 17: the numbers 4:51 What Mendoza’s eight throws actually showed 6:56 Kirk Cousins didn’t lose this game 9:36 Where Scott lands, and what changes his mind 11:12 Offensive line: one bad game or a pattern? 14:56 The run game: 2.1 yards per carry 15:51 Kalshi sponsor read 18:49 Did Kubiak really abandon the run? 21:17 Brock Bowers is carrying the passing game 25:02 The schedule: Bills, Rams, Jets, 49ers, Seahawks 29:54 Questions about Kubiak and the staff 33:02 Final takeaways Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Oct 11

    Raiders Crushed 45-17 by Patriots: Postgame Reaction and the Fernando Mendoza Question

    The Raiders got run out of Foxborough, 45-17. On this Kalshi Silver and Black Today postgame show, Scott goes through what went wrong: a run game that dropped to 2.1 yards per carry, an offensive line that couldn't pass protect or move anybody, a defense that couldn't stop a Patriots receiving group missing its top two wideouts, and a coaching staff that got outplayed by Josh McDaniels. Murph is off this week, so it's Scott solo plus callers. Then the question everybody is asking: when does Fernando Mendoza take over for Kirk Cousins? Scott lays out why he didn't want Mendoza in early, why that wasn't the real problem, and when he thinks the switch comes. Buffalo is next at Allegiant Stadium, then the Rams. Call 702-900-7869 to be part of the podcast during the week. The Silver and Black Today radio show airs Saturdays at 5 PM on 101.5 KDAWN in Las Vegas, and streams on the Audacy app. Chapters: 00:00 Kalshi Postgame Show Kickoff 01:24 Raiders Lose 45-17 at New England 02:44 Drake Maye Torches the Raiders Defense 05:00 Run Game Collapses: 2.1 Yards Per Carry 06:39 Missed Field Goal and the 10-Point Swing 07:37 Offensive Line Problems and Ashton Jeanty 09:46 Klint Kubiak's Game Plan and the Tre Tucker Trick Plays 10:51 Fernando Mendoza Plays the Final Drive 13:51 Raiders Secondary Gets Picked Apart 18:31 Kalshi Pick: Ravens vs Falcons (Code MENDOZA) 20:45 Chat Reacts: Organizational Failure 21:49 Josh McDaniels Outcoaches Rob Leonard 24:09 Pastor Mike Behind Bars Calls In 29:34 Daniel on Maxx Crosby and the Pass Rush 35:36 Tarek on Kubiak's Play Calling and the Next Two Games 43:49 When Do the Raiders Switch to Fernando Mendoza? 51:09 Bills and Rams Ahead: What to Watch 52:07 Call-In Info and Sign-Off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Oct 8

    Raiders Are 3-1 With the Worst Run Game in the NFL & Here's Why

    The Raiders have scored at least 26 points in every game, their first 4-game start like that since 2016, and Kirk Cousins threw for 365 yards against the Chiefs without being sacked. They also have the league's worst run game for the second straight year. Scott starts with the number he can't shake: 57% of Ashton Jeanty's carries are met at or behind the line of scrimmage. From there he works through the numbers (3.1 yards a carry, 93 rushing yards a game, stuffed on 24.4% of runs, all last in the league) and the likely causes: a reshuffled offensive line still learning to work together, tight formations that invite stacked boxes (30.3% of runs, fourth highest in the NFL), and a receiver room with no vertical threat to move a safety out of the box. Klint Kubiak took responsibility for it this week. Scott agrees with part of that. Then Boston Globe Patriots beat writer Chris Price joins from New England. They cover: Whether the Patriots have turned the corner after the win in Buffalo Why that defense stops the run (Milton Williams and Robert Spillane inside, with the edge as the soft spot) The Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore injury picture How Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer get covered Where Drake Maye stands at 24 Why young quarterbacks shouldn't be rushed, a conversation that includes Fernando Mendoza What Tom Brady's receivers really looked like Raider Nation Court closes the show with callers on the run game, the wide receiver room, a possible Marvin Harrison Jr. trade, and how much future the Raiders should spend on a wild-card push. 00:00 Cold open: 3-1 with the league's worst run game 01:33 The 57% number 03:24 The full picture: 3.1 yards a carry, 93 yards a game 05:35 Whose fault is it? Offensive line continuity 08:45 Tight formations and stacked boxes 09:51 No vertical threat at receiver 12:12 Signs of hope: Dont'e Thornton's return 14:03 Kalshi: Raiders-Patriots market 16:52 Why Foxboro won't make it easier 17:57 Verdict and the tell 19:45 Chris Price, Boston Globe: Patriots preview 22:05 What makes the Patriots run defense work 24:08 Gonzalez and Barmore injuries 25:41 Containing Bowers and Mayer 27:50 How the Raiders attack that defense 28:57 Drake Maye: confidence and timing 32:56 Developing young QBs, Fernando Mendoza included 36:41 Brady's wide receivers 38:43 Raider Nation Court 40:01 Raider Sky (New Jersey) 43:50 Raider Rob (San Diego) 47:59 Jacob (Fresno) 52:15 Dave Casper the Ghost (upstate New York) 57:42 Pick and sign-off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Oct 6

    Raiders Are a Real Wild Card Contender, But Two Problems Remain

    The Las Vegas Raiders lost 30-27 to the Kansas City Chiefs, their first loss of the season. They led 13-10 at halftime, came back late in the fourth quarter and had the ball with a chance to win before the interception. Scott says they lost because of turnovers and special teams, not the field goal that came off the board. The Raiders lost the turnover battle 2-0, Draeke Young's late fumble hurt, and Patrick Mahomes said after the game that this Raiders team is different. The offense is better than people expected. The Raiders are eighth in the NFL in points per game at 28.8 and 12th in passing. Kirk Cousins has 11 touchdown passes, tied with Brock Purdy for the league lead, and he broke Rich Gannon's 2002 franchise record for TD passes through four games. Scott explains why that's part of John Spytek's plan for Fernando Mendoza. Then the two problems. The run game is 25th in the league, and Scott says Ashton Jeanty isn't the reason. Jeanty gets hit at or behind the line of scrimmage on 57% of his carries. The offensive line ranks dead last in run block win rate with Jackson Powers-Johnson out, and defenses are loading the box against the Raiders at the second-highest rate in the NFL. The bigger issue is a wide receiver room with no vertical threat. Scott called that in July, and three national film analysts he checked with agree. He also previews the four-game stretch of Patriots, Bills, Rams and Jets, explains why 2-2 and a 5-3 record is the floor, and why the Raiders won't trade for Marvin Harrison Jr. Thursday: a guest joins to preview Raiders at New England, and the Raider Nation Court of Public Opinion takes your calls. BE PART OF THE SHOW Call or text: 702-907-8669 Email: mail@silverandblacktoday.com Silver and Black Today is part of BLEAV. Chapters: 00:00 Show open: Raiders lose a heavyweight fight to the Chiefs 01:01 Why this team is for real 02:08 Final 30-27: turnovers and special teams decided it 02:59 There's no talent gap with the Chiefs anymore 04:01 Patrick Mahomes says this Raiders team is different 04:51 No moral victories 05:14 Raiders offense is top 10 in scoring 06:26 Kirk Cousins ties Brock Purdy and breaks Rich Gannon's record 07:12 Why Fernando Mendoza is still waiting 07:54 So why can't they run the ball? 08:13 Ashton Jeanty's ankle 09:11 The Jeanty numbers 09:51 Hit at or behind the line 57% of the time 10:27 O-line run block win rate: dead last 11:58 Defenses are loading the box 12:38 Caleb Rogers and Kubiak's adjustments 13:07 The wide receiver room is the problem 14:07 Thornton, Bech and Tre Tucker 15:02 The Chiefs proved it on Sunday 16:04 No vertical threat 16:40 Can Dont'e Thornton save it? 18:05 Three film analysts weigh in 19:08 Brock Bowers doesn't fix it 19:34 The gauntlet: Patriots, Bills, Rams, Jets 21:18 Why 5-3 is the floor 22:59 Chris Sims: the Raiders are the real deal 23:32 Why not us? 25:12 No, they're not trading for Marvin Harrison Jr. 25:55 Jalen Nailor isn't the answer 26:26 Playing chess, not checkers 27:35 A wild card contender until they're not 28:15 Thursday: Patriots preview and your calls 29:13 Wrap-up and sign-off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Silver & Black Today is the Las Vegas Raiders podcast for fans who want verdicts, not takes. Hosted by veteran host Scott Gulbransen on the BLEAV Network, this is the one Raiders report you need — three times a week, every week of the season. No hot takes. No filler. Just sharp, evidence-based analysis of everything Silver and Black — from breaking news and roster moves to in-depth coverage of the new Klint Kubiak offensive era and what it means for this franchise's future. Monday brings rapid-fire verdicts on Sunday's game. Wednesday goes deep on one fully developed argument. Friday opens the courtroom to Raider Nation — your calls, your takes, your voice on the show. Call in: 702-900-7869, email us a video rant to mail@silverandblacktoday.com! Nine years of Raiders coverage. One reinvented format. All signal, no noise.

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  • Creator
    Atomic Punk Media LLC
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    604
  • Rating
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    © 2026 - Atomic Punk Media LLC
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