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NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Laube enters his third season as the third running back behind Ashton Jeanty and Mike Washington Jr., signaling he will primarily be a special teamer again. However, Jeanty may not be 100 percent entering the year after suffering a sprained ankle at the end of training camp, which could lead to third-down opportunities for Laube early in the season. Laube had impressive catches during preseason, making defenders miss to pick up first downs, but ball security is a concern after fumbling twice on just 11 touches over his first two seasons.
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PositiveRoleSep 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The 26-year-old reserve running back (sixth-round, 2024 draft, 208th overall) has built his NFL tenure on special teams (318 special teams snaps to just 29 offensive snaps). In preseason, Laube led the Raiders with 33 kick returns for 855 yards (25.9 yards per return average, long of 38) and posted a team-high 3 special teams tackles. His special teams impact helped lock in his roster spot. The source expects Laube to get primary return looks in Week 1 and beyond alongside Benson.
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PositiveRoleSep 6, 2026Silver And Black Pride
Laube, a sixth-round pick (208th overall) in 2024, is positioned to become the primary kick returner for the Raiders. The 26-year-old reserve running back led the team in preseason with 33 kick returns for 855 yards (25.9 yards per return average) and a long of 38 yards. His special teams production (318 special teams snaps to just 29 offensive snaps in his first two seasons) and versatility helped secure his roster spot, and the source expects him and/or Malik Benson to get primary looks as return men going forward.
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PositiveRoleSep 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Kirk Cousins defends Dylan Laube's roster spot, noting he played well in preseason (5 carries for 27 yards, 5.4 ypc, and a TD plus 2 catches for 24 yards vs. Texans) and catches the ball well with value on third downs; Laube forced five missed tackles on four catches per PFF and brings special teams value as a returner and kickoff coverage contributor; Cousins argues Laube is in a make-or-break year three and hasn't gotten many regular-season opportunities yet.
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PositiveRoleSep 5, 2026Silver And Black Pride
Third-year RB entering a make-or-break season with a defined role on third downs and special teams; played well in preseason with 5 carries for 27 yards (5.4 ypc) and a TD plus 2 catches for 24 yards vs. Texans, forcing 5 missed tackles on 4 catches per PFF. Catches the ball well and brings value as a returner and kickoff coverage mainstay over the last two years. Limited competition for the third RB spot (Ogunbowale signed late, Collier on IR, Hemby and Washington Jr. underdeveloped), giving Laube a genuine opportunity to contribute in a small role.
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PositiveRoleSep 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Laube is one of three tailbacks on the Raiders' initial 53-man roster and has demonstrated the versatility required by Klint Kubiak's offense. At 5-foot-9 and 204 pounds, Laube has shown the ability to pass protect despite his smaller frame. As a receiving running back, Laube showcased slippery receiving skills during the preseason, displaying more confidence than he did under the prior two coaching regimes. This improvement in receiving ability and confidence aligns with Kubiak's system, which demands running backs be effective route runners and high-volume targets, often finishing in the top five in targets and receptions. Laube's demonstrated one-cut decisiveness and pass protection ability position him as a fit for the scheme's demands.
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PositiveRoleSep 3, 2026Silver And Black Pride
Dylan Laube, one of three tailbacks on the Raiders' 53-man roster, possesses the specific skillsets required for Klint Kubiak's offense. At 5-foot-9 and 204 pounds, Laube has demonstrated pass protection ability despite his smaller frame and showcased slippery receiving skills during preseason action, displaying more confidence than in prior coaching regimes. Laube must excel as a route runner and receiver in Kubiak's system, where running backs are high-volume targets often finishing in the top five in targets and receptions. The system requires running backs to line up as perimeter receivers or in the slot before motion or shift calls, creating mismatches and forcing defenses to show their hand with coverages and blitzes.
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PositiveUsageAug 28, 2026Zain Dhanani
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Raiders film review w/ Cousins: Mike Washington got most of the snaps, but they did use Dylan Laube a little bit - Washington was impressive again Michael Mayer might be on the field a ton - still a late pick dart throw Jalen Nailor and Tre Tucker both played with the starters - no surprises with the playing time

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PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles
With Ashton Jeanty's ankle injury status murky for Week 1, the Raiders are unlikely to use top backup Mike Washington much in this game to preserve him for potential regular-season action. Vegas' other RBs have an increased chance of seeing meaningful regular-season action, creating a nice opportunity for third-stringer Laube to showcase his skills. Laube turned seven touches into 51 scrimmage yards and a TD in last week's preseason win over the Texans.
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