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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young was moved from the backup group to the cut list in the updated 53-man roster prediction. While he is considered a special teams ace, the source notes that Shedrick Jackson received more opportunities in the preseason game against Arizona, justifying the flip in roster status.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Silver And Black Pride

The source moves Dareke Young from a backup role to a cut candidate in the updated 53-man roster prediction. Despite being considered a special teams ace, Jackson received more opportunities in the preseason game against the Cardinals, which justified moving Young off the roster. The source's evaluation suggests Young's special teams value is not enough to secure a roster spot given the wide receiver depth.

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PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The free-agent addition and wide receiver from the Seattle Seahawks is an imposing 6-foot-2, 224-pound option for kick return duties. Young made the most out of his limited opportunities returning kickoffs last season with 10 returns for 322 yards (long of 60), positioning him as a candidate to handle those duties for Las Vegas.

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PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Free-agent addition and wide receiver from Seattle is an imposing 6-foot-2, 224-pound option for kick return duties. Young made the most out of his limited opportunities returning kickoffs last season with 10 returns for 322 yards (long of 60), demonstrating efficiency and big-play potential in the return game.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Dareke Young was brought over from Seattle to the Las Vegas Raiders for a roster spot. He plays special teams and can provide the occasional go route, making him a candidate for a sixth receiver spot if the Raiders keep one.

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NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no career punt returns; there is open competition for punt return duties with Malik Benson, Jermod McCoy, Tre Tucker, and Dylan Laube also getting reps under special teams coach Joe DeCamillis.

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NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no punt returns during his career. There is competition for him to return punts, with a variety of guys getting reps as returners.

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NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no punt returns during his career; he faces open competition for return duties with Malik Benson, Jermod McCoy, Tre Tucker, and Dylan Laube as main contenders per special teams coach Joe DeCamillis.

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NegativeUsageAug 8, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no punt returns during his career. The source indicates there is competition for punt return duties, with special teams coach Joe DeCamillis evaluating multiple candidates including Malik Benson, Jermod McCoy, and Tre Tuck for return assignments.

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PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Dareke Young was signed by the Raiders as a fellow special teams dynamo wide receiver. Head coach Klint Kubiak is familiar with Young from their respective time with the Seattle Seahawks last season, indicating the team is prioritizing elite special teams talent across multiple positions.

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NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young gained 4 pounds (220 to 224 pounds) in the offseason, a modest increase that may reflect strength conditioning or role adjustments.

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NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Young gained 4 pounds (220 to 224) during 2026 training camp; modest weight gain may reflect conditioning or role adjustment.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young is the only ex-Seahawk to join the Raiders' current 90-man roster under rookie head coach Klint Kubiak, aside from Philip Dorsett who is also on the roster.

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PositiveUsageJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young can provide as a kick returner with 322 yards on 10 attempts in 2025 and may take that role for the Raiders; his ability to become a dynamic or higher-end kick returner could prove pivotal for a Raiders special teams unit that has lacked juice on kick returns.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young, a 6'2, 230 receiver with just 72 career receiving yards, comes to Las Vegas following Klint Kubiak and may take the 'X' role if he can stay consistent, which could lead to 400-600 yards; his primary impact is on special teams where he's a proven gunner with 24 career tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 4 playoff tackles.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young, a 6'2, 230 receiver with just 72 career receiving yards, may take the 'X' role under Klint Kubiak with potential for 400-600 yards if he stays consistent; his primary impact comes on special teams where he is a proven gunner with 24 career tackles, 3 FF, 2 FR, and 4 playoff tackles, and he may also serve as kick returner after recording 322 yards on 10 attempts in 2025.

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PositiveUsageJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young can provide as a kick returner with 322 yards on 10 attempts in 2025 and may take that role with the Raiders; his ability to become a dynamic or higher-end kick returner could prove pivotal for the Raiders special teams unit, which has lacked juice on kick returns.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Young, a 6'2, 230 receiver who follows Klint Kubiak to Las Vegas, has just 72 receiving yards in his career but may have a chance to take the 'X' role for Kubiak if he can stay consistent, which could lead to 400-600 yards; his best impact comes on special teams where he's a proven gunner with 24 career tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 4 playoff tackles.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Young, a 6'2, 230-pound receiver, joins the Raiders following Klint Kubiak and has multiple roles available. He has just 72 receiving yards in his career but may have a chance to take the 'X' receiver role under Kubiak, which could lead to 400-600 receiving yards. His primary impact comes on special teams where he is a proven gunner with 24 career tackles, 3 FF (2 FR), and 4 playoff tackles. Additionally, Young posted 322 yards on 10 kick return attempts in 2025 and may assume that role, potentially becoming a dynamic kick returner for a Raiders unit that has lacked efficiency on returns.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Receiver departed to Las Vegas in free agency, representing one of the notable offensive losses from the Super Bowl championship team.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026The Seattle Times Seahawks

Receiver departed to Las Vegas in free agency, representing one of the notable departures from the Super Bowl champion Seahawks roster.

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