January 1960: Raiders established in Oakland
In January 1960, the Raiders were established in Oakland.
January 30, 1960: Raiders Founded
On January 30, 1960, the Raiders were founded in Oakland, California, as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL).
February 9, 1960: Eddie Erdelatz hired as head coach
On February 9, 1960, Eddie Erdelatz accepted the Raiders' head coaching position.
September 11, 1960: First Regular Season Game
On September 11, 1960, the Raiders played their first regular season game as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL).
1960: Bud Foster and Mel Venter Announce Games on Radio
From 1960 to 1962, Bud (Wilson Keene) Foster and Mel Venter were the voices calling Raider games on the radio.
1960: Debut Year
In 1960, The Raiders finished their debut year with a 6–8 record and a 3rd-place finish in the AFL West Division.
January 17, 1961: Valley, McGah, and Osborne Buy Out Remaining Partners
On January 17, 1961, Wayne Valley, Ed McGah, and Robert Osborne bought out the remaining four general partners after the conclusion of the first season.
September 18, 1961: Dismissal of Erdelatz
On September 18, 1961, Erdelatz was dismissed after the Raiders were outscored 77–46 in the first two games of the season.
September 24, 1961: Marty Feldman appointed as head coach
On September 24, 1961, Marty Feldman was named as the Raiders head coach.
1961: Vikings Franchise Established
In 1961, Winter reneged on his agreement with the AFL owners and defected to the NFL, starting a franchise named the Minnesota Vikings.
1961: Vikings First NFL Draft
In 1961, the Minneapolis group had their first draft in the NFL but did not take any of the AFL draft rights.
1961: Establishment of the Oakland Raiderettes
In 1961, the cheerleading squad for the Las Vegas Raiders, known as the Las Vegas Raiderettes, was established as the Oakland Raiderettes.
1961: Losing Seasons
The Raiders' fortunes declined and from 1986 to 1989, they finished no better than 8–8 and posted consecutive losing seasons for the first time since 1961–62.
October 16, 1962: Feldman fired
On October 16, 1962, Marty Feldman was fired after an 0–5 start.
1962: Al Davis hired
After the 1962 season, F. Wayne Valley hired Al Davis as Raiders head coach and general manager.
1962: Bud Foster and Mel Venter Announce Games on Radio
From 1960 to 1962, Bud (Wilson Keene) Foster and Mel Venter were the voices calling Raider games on the radio.
1962: Al Davis Hired as Head Coach and General Manager
In 1962, Al Davis, a former assistant coach for the San Diego Chargers, was hired as the head coach and general manager of the Raiders.
1962: Losing Seasons
The Raiders' fortunes declined and from 1986 to 1989, they finished no better than 8–8 and posted consecutive losing seasons for the first time since 1961–62.
September 7, 1963: Raider uniform debut
On September 7, 1963, the famous silver and black Raider uniform debuted at the regular season-opening game.
1963: Bob Blum and Dan Galvin Take Over Radio Broadcasts
From 1963 to 1965, Bob Blum and Dan Galvin took over duties as the announcers for Raider games on the radio.
1963: Al Davis introduction
In 1963, the Raiders' fortunes improved dramatically with the introduction of head coach Al Davis.
1963: Raiders Defeat Chargers Twice
In the 1963 season, the Raiders defeated the heavily favored Los Angeles Chargers twice, both times with come-from-behind fourth-quarter victories.
1965: Bob Blum and Dan Galvin Announce Games on Radio
From 1963 to 1965, Bob Blum and Dan Galvin took over duties as the announcers for Raider games on the radio.
1965: Raiders Begin 14-Game Winning Streak Against Broncos
In 1965, the Raiders began a dominant 14-game winning streak against the Broncos.
1965: Matched 1965 season's record
Under Rauch, the Raiders matched their 1965 season's record of 8–5–1.
April 1966: Davis leaves Raiders
In April 1966 Al Davis left the Raiders after being named AFL Commissioner, promoting assistant coach John Rauch to head coach.
April 1966: Al Davis Leaves to Become AFL Commissioner
In April 1966, Al Davis left the Raiders after being named the AFL Commissioner.
July 25, 1966: Davis returns as part-owner
On July 25, 1966, Al Davis returned as part-owner of the team.
1966: Finished second in the AFL West Division
In 1966 Under Rauch, the Raiders matched their 1965 season's 8–5–1 record but missed the playoffs, finishing second in the AFL West Division.
1966: Bill King Becomes Voice of the Raiders
In 1966, Bill King began his tenure as the voice of the Raiders, a role he would hold until 1992.
1967: Hired as Raiders linebacker coach
In 1967, John Madden was hired by Al Davis as the Raiders linebacker coach.
1967: Ike Lassiter Breaks Joe Namath's Jaw
In 1967, Raiders player Ike Lassiter broke New York Jets quarterback Joe Namath's jaw during a game, fueling the rivalry between the two teams.
1967: Raiders Win 40-7
In 1967, the Oakland Raiders won against the Houston Oilers 40-7, on their way to Super Bowl II.
1967: AFL Championship Win
In 1967, the Raiders finished the season with a 13–1 record and won the 1967 AFL Championship, defeating the Houston Oilers 40–7.
1967: 49ers Defeat Raiders in First Exhibition Game
In 1967, the San Francisco 49ers defeated the AFL Raiders 13-10 in their first exhibition game.
January 14, 1968: Super Bowl II Loss
On January 14, 1968, the Raiders were defeated in Super Bowl II, losing 33–14 to the Green Bay Packers.
1968: The Heidi Game
During the 1968 season, the Raiders and Jets played in the famous "Heidi Game."
1968: Al Davis coins "Raider Nation"
In 1968, Al Davis created the iconic phrase "Raider Nation" to describe the team's widespread fanbase.
1968: Raiders Begin Unbeaten Streak Against Chargers
In 1968, the Raiders began a 16–0–2 unbeaten streak against the Los Angeles Chargers, which lasted until 1977.
1968: AFL West Division Title
In 1968, the Raiders ended the season with a 12–2 record and again winning the AFL West Division title.
January 16, 1969: Rauch Resigns
On January 16, 1969, Rauch resigned as Raiders head coach, accepting the head coaching job of the Buffalo Bills.
February 4, 1969: Madden named head coach
On February 4, 1969, John Madden was named the Raiders sixth head coach.
November 23, 1969: Chiefs Briefly Lead Overall Series
On November 23, 1969, the Chiefs briefly led the overall series against the Raiders.
December 20, 1969: AFL Division Playoff Win
On December 20, 1969, the Raiders defeated the Oilers 56–7 in the AFL Division playoff game.
1969: Team Composition
In 1969, The Raiders team was same as in the AFL West with the same teams, except for the Cincinnati Bengals
1969: Raiders Win 56-7 in Divisional Playoffs
In 1969, the Oakland Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers 56-7 in the divisional playoffs.
January 4, 1970: AFL Championship Game Loss
On January 4, 1970, the Raiders were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs 17–7 in the AFL Championship game.
1970: 49ers Win in Oakland
After the 1970 merger, the 49ers won in Oakland with a score of 38-7.
1970: AFL-NFL merger completed
In 1970, the AFL–NFL merger was completed after four years and the Raiders joined the Western Division of the American Football Conference (AFC) in the newly merged NFL.
1970: Raiders Defeat Dolphins in Divisional Round
In 1970, the Raiders defeated the Miami Dolphins 21-14 in the divisional round of the playoffs.
1970: Joined the NFL
In 1970, the Raiders transitioned from the American Football League (AFL) to the National Football League (NFL) as part of the AFL-NFL merger.
1970: Separate regular seasons retained until 1970
The leagues would retain separate regular seasons until 1970.
1971: Raiders Maintain 14-Game Winning Streak Against Broncos
From 1965 to 1971, the Raiders continued their dominant 14-game winning streak against the Broncos.
1971: Failed to make the playoffs
In 1971, the Raiders had another 8–4–2 season, it was only good for second place in the AFC West, and the team failed to make the playoffs.
1971: Playoff Streak Ends
The 1978 Raiders missing the playoffs ended a streak that began in 1971.
October 22, 1972: Broncos Defeat Raiders, Ending 14-Game Losing Streak
On October 22, 1972, the Broncos defeated the Raiders 30–23, ending the Raiders' 14-game winning streak that started in 1965.
1972: "Immaculate Reception" loss
In 1972 the Raiders achieved a 10–3–1 record and an AFC West title but they would lose to the Steelers 13–7 on the controversial play that has become known as the "Immaculate Reception".
1973: Reached conference championship
From 1973, the Raiders reached the conference championship.
1973: Dolphins Defeat Raiders in AFC Championship
In 1973, the Dolphins defeated the Raiders 27-10 in the AFC Championship Game en route to Super Bowl VIII.
1974: Frequent AFC best teams
From 1974, the Steelers and Raiders were frequently the two best teams in the AFC and, arguably, the NFL.
1974: 12-2 season
In 1974 Oakland had a 12–2 regular season, which included a nine-game winning streak.
1975: George Atkinson Hit on Lynn Swann
During the 1975 AFC Championship game, Raiders strong safety George Atkinson delivered a hit on Steelers wide receiver Lynn Swann, resulting in a concussion.
1975: Beat Miami, ended 31-game home winning streak
In 1975 the Raiders beat Miami and ended their 31-game home winning streak.
1976: Winner of game wins Super Bowl
From 1974 to 1976, The winner of the Steelers-Raiders game went on to win the Super Bowl in three of those instances.
1976: Atkinson Hits Swann Again, Noll Calls Atkinson a Criminal
In 1976, George Atkinson again hit Lynn Swann, this time with a forearm to the head, causing another concussion. Steelers head coach Chuck Noll called Atkinson part of the "criminal element", resulting in a defamation lawsuit.
1976: "The Ben Dreith Game"
In 1976, the Raiders and Patriots played a playoff game known as "The Ben Dreith Game" due to a controversial penalty called by head referee Ben Dreith.
1976: Raiders' Success and Controversies
In 1976, the Raiders started the season by defeating Pittsburgh 31-28, but the game was marred by a controversial hit. The Raiders achieved a 13-win regular season, faced a close playoff game against New England which they won 21-17 due to a controversial penalty, and then advanced to the Super Bowl by defeating the Steelers 24-7 in the AFC Championship. The Raiders then won Super Bowl XI against the Minnesota Vikings 32-14.
1976: Won AFC championship and Super Bowl XI
In 1976, the team won one AFC championship and Super Bowl XI.
1977: Raiders Unbeaten Streak Against Chargers Ends
From 1968 to 1977, the Raiders maintained a 16–0–2 record against the Los Angeles Chargers, holding a streak without losing to them.
1977: Reached conference championship
Through 1977, the Raiders reached the conference championship.
1978: Darryl Stingley Injury
During a 1978 preseason game, Patriots WR Darryl Stingley suffered a career-ending injury after a hit from Raiders FS Jack Tatum, resulting in paralysis. Despite a 9-7 record, the 1978 Raiders missed the playoffs.
1978: "Holy Roller" Game
In 1978, one of the most memorable games between the Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers was the infamous "Holy Roller" game, marked by a controversial fumble for a touchdown.
1979: John Madden's Retirement and Tom Flores's Appointment
In 1979, John Madden retired from coaching to become a television commentator and was replaced by Tom Flores, who became the first Hispanic head coach in NFL history. Flores led the Raiders to a 9-7 season in 1979, but the team missed the playoffs.
1980: Al Davis's Attempts to Move the Raiders
In 1980, Al Davis sought improvements to the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum and signed a memorandum of agreement to move the Raiders to Los Angeles. The move was initially blocked, leading to antitrust lawsuits.
1980: Raiders' Super Bowl XV Victory
In 1980, amidst Al Davis' relocation attempts, coach Tom Flores led the Raiders to Super Bowl XV. Jim Plunkett took over as quarterback, leading the Raiders to an 11-5 season and a wild card berth. They defeated the Houston Oilers, Cleveland Browns, and San Diego Chargers to reach Super Bowl XV, where they dominated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-10, winning their second Super Bowl. Kenny King had a Super Bowl record 80-yard touchdown catch.
1980: Raiders Defeat Oilers in Wild Card Playoffs
In 1980, the Oakland Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers 27-7 in the Wild Card playoffs.
1980: Won AFC championship and Super Bowl XV
In 1980, the team won one AFC championship and Super Bowl XV.
1980: Lawsuit against the NFL
In 1980, when the NFL declined to approve the Raiders' move from Oakland to Los Angeles, the team joined the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission in a lawsuit against the league alleging antitrust violations.
January 1981: Raiders Defeat Chargers in AFC Title Game
In January 1981, the Raiders defeated the Chargers 34–27 in the AFC Championship game, advancing to Super Bowl 15.
1981: Raiders Miss Playoffs
In 1981, the Raiders finished their season with a 7–9 record, failing to make the playoffs after having won the Super Bowl the previous year.
May 1982: Court Ruling Allows Raiders to Move to Los Angeles
In May 1982, a second jury ruled in favor of Al Davis and the Los Angeles Coliseum in an antitrust lawsuit, which cleared the way for the Raiders to move to Los Angeles for the 1982 season.
November 22, 1982: Raiders Host First Monday Night Football Game in Los Angeles
On November 22, 1982, the Raiders hosted their first Monday Night Football game in Los Angeles against the San Diego Chargers, making a comeback to win 28–24 after trailing 24–0 in the first half.
1982: Start of the "Battle of Los Angeles"
In 1982, the Raiders moved to Los Angeles, marking the beginning of the "Battle of Los Angeles" with the Los Angeles Rams.
1982: Moved to Los Angeles
In 1982, the team departed Oakland to play in Los Angeles.
1982: Raiders Win AFC West, Lose in Playoffs
In the strike-shortened 1982 season, the Los Angeles Raiders finished with an 8–1 record to win the AFC West, but they lost in the second round of the playoffs to the Jets.
September 1983: Death of Ed McGah
In September 1983, Ed McGah, the last surviving member of the original Raiders ownership group, died, and his interest was devised to a family trust.
1983: Won AFC championship and Super Bowl XVIII
In 1983, the team won one AFC championship and Super Bowl XVIII.
1984: BALCO Founded
In 1984, The Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO) was founded in Burlingame.
1984: Raiders Fall to Seahawks in Wild Card Game
In 1984, the Raiders had a successful regular season, finishing 11–5, but a three-game losing streak forced them to enter the playoffs as a wild-card team, where they lost to the Seahawks in the Wild Card game.
1985: Marcus Allen Named MVP
In 1985, the Raiders had 12 wins and won a division title, with Marcus Allen being named MVP. However, they lost to the Patriots, ending their postseason.
1986: Davis Seeks New Stadium
As early as 1986, Davis sought to abandon the Coliseum in favor of a more modern stadium.
1986: Al Davis' Argument with Marcus Allen
In 1986, Al Davis had a publicized argument with Marcus Allen, accusing him of faking injuries.
1986: Davis testified in antitrust lawsuit
In 1986, Al Davis testified on behalf of the United States Football League in their unsuccessful antitrust lawsuit against the NFL.
1986: Playoff Brawl in Los Angeles
In 1986, while the Raiders were based in Los Angeles, they hosted New England in a divisional playoff game. The game, won by New England, featured a brawl between the teams in the end zone, with Matt Millen attacking Patriots GM Patrick Sullivan with his helmet.
August 1987: Irwindale Stadium Bid Fails
In August 1987, the city of Irwindale paid Davis US$10 million as a good-faith deposit for a prospective stadium site, but the bid failed, and Davis kept the non-refundable deposit.
1987: Signing of Bo Jackson
In 1987, Al Davis signed Bo Jackson, who also played baseball for the Kansas City Royals, leading to a feud with Marcus Allen. A strike also affected the NFL season.
1987: Settlement from the NFL
In 1987, The Coliseum Commission received a settlement from the NFL of $19.6 million.
1988: Raiders Season and Rumors of Return to Oakland
In 1988, Shanahan led the team to a 7–9 season. Rumors of a Raiders' return to Oakland intensified when a preseason game against the Houston Oilers was scheduled at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum.
1988: BALCO Offers Blood And Urine Tests
In 1988, Victor Conte offered free blood and urine tests to a group of athletes known as the BALCO Olympians.
January 1989: Negotiations Commence to Bring Raiders Back to Oakland
In January 1989, negotiations between Davis and Oakland commenced to bring the Raiders back to Oakland.
1989: Art Shell Hired as Head Coach
After starting the 1989 season with a 1–3 record, Mike Shanahan was fired by Davis. Art Shell, a Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, replaced him, becoming the first African American head coach in the modern NFL era. The team finished 8-8.
1989: Consecutive Losing Seasons
From 1986 to 1989, the Raiders did not perform well, finishing no better than 8–8 and posting consecutive losing seasons for the first time since 1961–62.
1989: Shanahan Fired After Four Games
In 1989, Mike Shanahan was fired as coach of the Raiders after just four games, fueling the rivalry with the Broncos when he later coached them.
March 11, 1990: Davis Announces Intention to Return to Oakland
On March 11, 1990, Davis announced his intention to bring the Raiders back to Oakland.
September 1990: Davis Announces Deal to Stay in Los Angeles
In September 1990, Davis announced a new deal to stay in Los Angeles, leading to fan backlash in Oakland.
1990: Bo Jackson's Injury and AFC Championship Loss
In 1990, Art Shell led the Raiders to a 12–4 record. Bo Jackson suffered a severe hip and leg injury in the divisional round against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Raiders were defeated in the AFC Championship by the Buffalo Bills 51-3.
1990: First Division Title
In the 2000 season, the Oakland Raiders finished 12–4, winning their first division title since 1990.
December 28, 1991: Chiefs Defeat Raiders in Wild Card Round
On December 28, 1991, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Raiders 10–6 in the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
1991: Raiders Struggle with Quarterback
In 1991, the Raiders finished with a 9–7 record and lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Wild Card game.
1992: Bill King's Tenure Ends
In 1992, Bill King concluded his long run as the voice of the Raiders, having called approximately 600 games.
1992: Raiders Struggle with Quarterback
In 1992, the Raiders started two different quarterbacks and finished with a 7–9 record. They had two other playoff appearances during the 1990s, and finished higher than third place only three times.
1993: Raiders Lose to Bills in Playoffs
In 1993, with Jeff Hostetler as quarterback, the Raiders finished second in the AFC West with a 10–6 record. They defeated the Broncos in the wild card game but lost to the Bills in the divisional round 29-23.
1994: Bo Jackson's Retirement
Bo Jackson retired from football in 1990 due to an injury, but surgery allowed him to continue playing baseball until he retired in 1994.
1994: Art Shell Fired
Following a 9–7 record in the 1994 season that resulted in the team missing the playoffs, Art Shell was fired.
1994: Raiders Relocate After Season
Following the 1994 season, both the Raiders and the Rams relocated due to declining attendance and stadium issues.
1994: Played in Los Angeles until 1994
The team played in Los Angeles through the 1994 season.
June 23, 1995: Davis Signs Letter of Intent to Move Back to Oakland
On June 23, 1995, Davis signed a letter of intent to move the Raiders back to Oakland. Oakland spent $220 million on stadium renovations, including "Mount Davis", to convince Davis to return.
1995: Returned to Oakland
At the start of the 1995 season, the team returned to Oakland.
1995: The Black Hole Originates
In 1995, the Black Hole, a specific area of the Coliseum (sections 104–107) known for the team's most fervent fans, became a distinct part of the Raider Nation experience.
1995: Team moves back from Los Angeles
In 1995, when the Raiders moved back from Los Angeles, the city of Oakland and the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum Authority agreed to sell Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs) to help pay for the stadium renovations.
1995: Broncos Dominate Series
Starting with the 1995 season and the arrival of Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan, the Broncos won 21 of 28 games against the Raiders through the 2008 season.
1995: Raiders Fail to Make Playoffs
The 1995 season began well for the Raiders under new head coach Mike White, starting 8–2, but injuries to quarterback Jeff Hostetler contributed to a six-game losing streak and an 8–8 finish. The Raiders failed to qualify for the playoffs for a second consecutive season.
September 8, 1996: Chiefs Lead Overall Series Against Raiders
On September 8, 1996, the Chiefs began to lead the overall series against the Raiders for the first time since November 23, 1969.
1996: Conte Works With Bill Romanowski
From 1996, Victor Conte worked with well-known American football star Bill Romanowski.
1996: Losing Season
In 1996, the Raiders had a losing season, finishing with a 7-9 record.
1996: Lawsuit against the NFL
In 1996, the Raiders sued the NFL, claiming the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' logo diluted the Raiders' trademark, also claiming the NFL had improperly permitted other teams (including the Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers) to adopt colors for their uniforms similar to those of the Raiders.
1997: Tom Flores Joins as Color Commentator
In 1997, Tom Flores, a former Raiders quarterback and coach, began serving as a color commentator for the Raiders' radio broadcasts, a role he held until 2017.
1997: Losing Season
In 1997, the Raiders had a losing season, finishing with a 4-12 record.
1998: 8-8 Season
In 1998, under Jon Gruden, the Raiders posted an 8-8 season.
1999: Partnership Agreement
In 1999, according to a partnership agreement, Al Davis' interest in the Raiders passed to his wife, Carol.
1999: 8-8 Season
In 1999, under Jon Gruden, the Raiders posted an 8-8 season.
January 1, 2000: Raiders Break Losing Streak in Kansas City
On January 1, 2000, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs in Kansas City for the first time since 1988, winning in overtime with a 33-yard field goal by Joe Nedney.
2000: Raiders' Division Title and AFC Championship Loss
In the 2000 season, the Oakland Raiders finished 12–4, winning their first division title since 1990. Led by Rich Gannon, they advanced to the AFC Championship but lost to the Baltimore Ravens 16-3 after Gannon was injured.
2001: Jury finds in favor of the NFL
In 2001, a jury found in favor of the NFL in the Raiders' lawsuit over interference with stadium negotiations.
2001: Jets Edge Raiders on Last-Second Field Goal
In the final week of the 2001 season, the Jets edged the Raiders 24-22 on a last-second field goal by John Hall.
February 18, 2002: Jon Gruden released to sign with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
On February 18, 2002, the Raiders released Jon Gruden from his contract, allowing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to sign him. In return, the Raiders received $8 million and four future draft picks from the Buccaneers.
2002: Death of E.J. McGah
In 2002, E.J. McGah, trustee of the family trust and part-owner of the team, died.
2002: Raiders Defeat Titans in AFC Championship Game
In 2002, the Oakland Raiders defeated the Tennessee Titans 41-24 in the AFC Championship Game.
2002: "Tuck Rule Game"
In 2002, the Raiders and Patriots met in a divisional-round playoff game known as the "Tuck Rule Game". A fumble by Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was overturned, leading to a Patriots win in overtime and, eventually, a Super Bowl victory.
2002: Raiders Defeat Jets in AFC Divisional Playoffs
In 2002, the Raiders defeated the Jets twice: 26-20 in December, and again in the AFC Divisional Playoffs by a score of 30-10.
October 2003: McGah Family Files Lawsuit Against Davis
In October 2003, several members of the McGah family filed a lawsuit against Al Davis, alleging mismanagement of the team and seeking monetary damages.
2003: Poor League Attendance
From 2003, the Raiders ranked in the bottom three in league attendance.
2003: Players Named as Clients of BALCO
In 2003, a number of current and former Oakland players such as Bill Romanowski, Tyrone Wheatley, Barrett Robbins, Chris Cooper and Dana Stubblefield were named as clients of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO).
2003: Claims dismissed
In 2003, claims in the Raiders' lawsuit against the NFL were dismissed because the relief sought would violate the Commerce Clause of the United States Constitution.
April 2004: Majority of Lawsuit Dismissed
In April 2004, a judge dismissed the majority of the lawsuit filed by the McGah family against Al Davis, citing a lack of merit.
February 2005: Court upholds verdict
In February 2005, a California Court of Appeal unanimously upheld the original verdict in favor of the NFL regarding the Raiders' lawsuit over market rights.
October 2005: Lawsuit Settled Out of Court
In October 2005, the lawsuit between the McGah family and Al Davis was settled out of court, with Davis reportedly purchasing the McGah family's interest in the Raiders.
November 2, 2005: Settlement regarding PSLs
On November 2, 2005, a settlement was announced in the lawsuit between the Raiders, the city of Oakland and the Coliseum Authority, which included the abolishment of PSLs as of the 2006 season.
November 2005: Team takes over ticket sales
In November 2005, the Raiders took over ticket sales from the Oakland Football Marketing Association and abolished Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs).
2005: Poor League Attendance
In 2005, the Raiders ranked in the bottom three in league attendance.
2005: Death of Bill King
In October 2005, Bill King, the former voice of the Raiders, passed away due to complications following surgery.
2005: Randy Moss' Raiders Debut
In the 2005 season opener, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 30-20 in New England, spoiling Randy Moss' debut as a Raider.
February 11, 2006: Art Shell returns as head coach
On February 11, 2006, the Raiders announced the return of Art Shell as head coach, with Al Davis stating that firing Shell in 1995 had been a mistake.
February 2006: Lower Ticket Prices
In February 2006, the Raiders announced they would lower ticket prices for most areas of the Oakland Coliseum.
2006: PSLs Abolished
As of the 2006 season, Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs) were abolished as part of a settlement agreement.
2006: Davis Attempts to Sell Ownership Stake
In 2006, Al Davis reportedly attempted to sell the 31% ownership stake in the Raiders he obtained from the McGah family, but was unsuccessful due to the sale not conferring control of the team.
January 22, 2007: Lane Kiffin hired as head coach
On January 22, 2007, Lane Kiffin, the 31-year-old USC offensive coordinator, was hired as the youngest coach in franchise history and the youngest coach in the NFL.
September 28, 2008: Raiders Wear White Jerseys at Home for First Time
On September 28, 2008, the Raiders wore their white jerseys at home for the first time in their history against the San Diego Chargers, due to a decision made by coach Lane Kiffin, purportedly due to intense heat.
December 2008: Belichick's 100th Win
In December 2008, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 49-26, marking Bill Belichick's 100th regular-season win as Patriots coach.
2008: Broncos Dominate Series
Through the 2008 season, the Broncos amassed 21 wins in 28 games against the Raiders, starting in the 1995 season with the arrival of Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan.
February 3, 2009: Tom Cable signed as head coach
On February 3, 2009, Tom Cable, who was named as Kiffin's interim replacement, was signed as the 17th head coach of the Raiders.
December 6, 2009: Raiders Spoil Steelers' Playoff Quest
On December 6, 2009, the 3–8 Raiders defeated the defending champion Steelers 27–24 with a late touchdown by Louis Murphy, impacting the Steelers' playoff chances.
October 10, 2010: Raiders End Losing Streak to Chargers
On October 10, 2010, the Raiders ended their 13-game losing streak to the San Diego Chargers with a 35–27 victory.
November 21, 2010: Steelers Dominate Raiders
On November 21, 2010, Pittsburgh beat Oakland 35–3. Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was punched by Raiders defensive end Richard Seymour following a touchdown.
2010: Davis Participates in ESPN's Straight Outta L.A.
In 2010, Al Davis was featured in ESPN's 30 for 30 documentary, "Straight Outta L.A.", which explored the influence of the Raiders' image on N.W.A.
January 4, 2011: Tom Cable's contract not renewed
On January 4, 2011, owner Al Davis informed head coach Tom Cable that his contract would not be renewed, ending his tenure with the organization.
January 17, 2011: Hue Jackson named head coach
On January 17, 2011, it was announced that offensive coordinator Hue Jackson was going to be the next Raiders head coach.
January 18, 2011: Press conference to introduce Hue Jackson
On January 18, 2011, a press conference was held to formally introduce Hue Jackson as the next Raiders head coach.
August 20, 2011: Fights at Candlestick Park
On August 20, 2011, the preseason game between the Raiders and 49ers at Candlestick Park was marked by fights in restrooms and stands, including a shooting outside the stadium.
October 8, 2011: Al Davis' Death
On October 8, 2011, Al Davis, the Raiders' owner, died at age 82, after which his interest in the team passed to his wife, Carol, and his son, Mark, inherited his father's post as managing general partner.
2011: Patriots Win 31-19
During the 2011 season, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 31-19.
2011: Mark Davis Assumes Ownership Amid Relocation Speculation
In 2011, Mark Davis assumed ownership of the Raiders, facing immediate speculation about the team's relocation due to the condition of Oakland Alameda Coliseum and the expiration of the team's lease.
January 6, 2012: Reggie McKenzie named general manager
On January 6, 2012, Reggie McKenzie, the Green Bay Packers director of football operations, was named as the team's first general manager since Al Davis.
January 24, 2012: Dennis Allen hired as head coach
On January 24, 2012, Dennis Allen was hired as the team's 18th head coach. He was the first Raiders defense-oriented head coach since John Madden's retirement after the 1978 season.
2012: Raiders Last Win in Kansas City Before 2020
Before their victory in 2020, the Raiders had last won in Kansas City in 2012.
December 8, 2013: Jets defeat Raiders 37-27
On December 8, 2013, the Jets defeated the Raiders with a score of 37-27.
2013: Expiration of Team's Lease
In 2013, the Raiders' lease at Oakland Alameda Coliseum expired, intensifying the search for a new stadium in Oakland or elsewhere.
2013: Regular Sell Outs
Starting in 2013, the Raiders regularly sold out games.
2014: Policy lifted in regards to home games
From 1995 until 2014 television blackouts of Raiders home games were common.
2014: Patriots Win 16-9
In the third week of the 2014 season, the Patriots won a game against the Raiders with a score of 16-9.
January 14, 2015: Jack Del Rio hired as new head coach
On January 14, 2015, Jack Del Rio was hired as the new head coach of the Raiders, replacing Dennis Allen and interim head coach Tony Sparano.
November 1, 2015: Raiders Win 34-20
On November 1, 2015, the Raiders defeated the Jets 34-20.
November 8, 2015: Steelers Outplay Raiders in High-Scoring Game
On November 8, 2015, the Steelers defeated the Raiders 38–35. Antonio Brown caught 17 passes for 284 yards, setting Steelers team records and achieving the 7th-most receiving yards in a game in NFL history.
December 13, 2015: Raiders Upset Broncos
On December 13, 2015, the Raiders upset the Broncos (15–12) with a strong defensive performance, allowing only four field goals; Khalil Mack recorded five sacks, tying a record.
2015: Failed Attempt to Move Back to Los Angeles
In 2015, the Raiders unsuccessfully attempted to move back to Los Angeles after a failed joint stadium project with the San Diego Chargers.
January 12, 2016: NFL owners vote to allow the Rams to return to L.A.
On January 12, 2016, the NFL owners voted 30–2 to allow the Rams to return to L.A. and approved a stadium project in Inglewood proposed by Rams owner Stan Kroenke over a competing project in Carson that the Chargers and Raiders had jointly proposed. The Chargers were given a one-year approval to relocate as well, conditioned on negotiating a lease agreement with the Rams or an agreement to partner with the Rams on the new stadium construction. The Raiders were given conditional permission to relocate if the Chargers were to decline their option first.
January 2016: Sheldon Adelson proposes a new domed stadium
In January 2016 billionaire Sheldon Adelson, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation casino empire, proposed a new domed stadium in Las Vegas to potentially house the University of Nevada, Las Vegas football team and a possible NFL team. Adelson quickly reached out to the Raiders to discuss the team partnering on the new stadium.
February 2016: Raiders work out one-year lease agreement to play at O.co Coliseum
By mid-February 2016, the team had worked out a one-year lease agreement with the City of Oakland to play at O.co Coliseum with the option for a second one-year lease.
April 2016: Mark Davis pledges $500 million towards stadium
In April 2016, Raiders owner Mark Davis met with the Southern Nevada Tourism Infrastructure Committee and pledged $500 million toward Adelson's stadium if public officials agreed to contribute to the stadium.
June 2016: Proposed new stadium in Oakland
In June 2016, a group of investors led by former NFL stars Ronnie Lott and Rodney Peete proposed a new stadium to the city of Oakland as a way to keep the Raiders in the city.
November 2016: San Diego fails to pass a ballot initiative to fund a new stadium
In November 2016, a ballot initiative to fund a new stadium in San Diego failed.
November 28, 2016: Raiders Secure First Winning Season Since 2002
On November 28, 2016, the Raiders secured their first winning season since 2002 with a comeback win against the Carolina Panthers.
December 20, 2016: Raiders Have Seven Pro Bowl Selections
On December 20, 2016, the NFL announced that the Raiders would have seven Pro Bowl selections, the most for the team since 1991 and the most for any team in the 2016 NFL season.
January 12, 2017: Chargers announce relocation to Los Angeles
On January 12, 2017, the Chargers announced that they would exercise their option to relocate to Los Angeles following the failure of a November 2016 ballot initiative to fund a new stadium in San Diego.
March 27, 2017: NFL approves relocation to Las Vegas
On March 27, 2017, NFL team owners voted to approve the Raiders' application to relocate to the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
June 2017: Beasley Media Group Signs Radio Deal
In June 2017, Beasley Media Group secured a two-year deal to become the flagship radio partner for the Las Vegas Raiders, with stations KCYE (102.7) "The Coyote" and KDWN (720) broadcasting all preseason and regular season games.
October 19, 2017: Raiders Defeat Chiefs with Game-Winning PAT
On October 19, 2017, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs 31–30 with a game-tying touchdown on the last play and a game-winning PAT, ending a five-game losing streak against them.
2017: Forbes Ranks Raiders' Team Value
According to a 2017 report by Forbes Magazine, the Raiders' team value was US 2.38 billion, ranked 19th in the NFL.
2017: Tom Flores departs after 20 years as commentator
In 2017, Tom Flores, a former Raiders quarterback and coach, departed as a color commentator for the Raiders' radio broadcasts, after 20 years with the team.
2017: Patriots Win in Mexico City
In 2017, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 33-8 in a game played in Mexico City.
December 31, 2017: Head Coach Del Rio Fired
On December 31, 2017, following a loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 17, head coach Del Rio was fired by Mark Davis.
January 6, 2018: Jon Gruden Returns as Head Coach
On January 6, 2018, the team announced the return of Jon Gruden as head coach. Davis gave Gruden a 10-year contract worth an estimated $100 million.
November 1, 2018: 49ers Win Last Game Before Raiders Move
On November 1, 2018, the 49ers won the game 34-3 during a Thursday Night Football broadcast at Levi's Stadium, marking the last time both teams met before the Raiders moved to Las Vegas.
2018: Brent Musburger Becomes Voice of the Raiders
In 2018, Brent Musburger took over as the voice of the Raiders.
2018: Raiders Upset Steelers in Oakland
In 2018, the Raiders upset the Steelers in their final matchup in Oakland, scoring a late touchdown and securing the win when Steelers kicker Chris Boswell missed a game-tying field goal. This game contributed to the Steelers' late-season collapse and their failure to make the playoffs.
2019: The Black Hole's run at the Coliseum comes to an end
In 2019, the Black Hole, a specific area of the Coliseum (sections 104–107) known for the team's most fervent fans, saw its last year at the coliseum.
2019: "93.1 The Mountain" Becomes Flagship Station
In 2019, the Raiders' flagship radio station in Las Vegas transitioned to "93.1 The Mountain" KYMT.
January 22, 2020: Relocation to Las Vegas
On January 22, 2020, the Raiders officially moved to the Las Vegas area.
2020: Relocation to Las Vegas
By 2020, the Raiders announced relocation to Las Vegas and a new stadium.
2020: Carr Throws Game-Winning Touchdown
In 2020, Derek Carr threw a game-winning touchdown to Henry Ruggs, defeating the Jets 31-28.
2020: Nexstar Media Group Deal for Preseason Games
In 2020, a deal was made with Nexstar Media Group for stations in Raiders markets, placing Raiders preseason and special content on KRON-TV in the Bay Area, KTLA in Los Angeles, KTVX in Salt Lake City, KHON-TV in Honolulu, and KGET-TV in Bakersfield alongside KVVU and KLAS in Las Vegas.
2020: Raiders Snap Losing Streak Against Chiefs
In 2020, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs 40–32, ending a five-game losing streak and winning in Kansas City for the first time since 2012.
2020: Lotus Broadcasting Deal
In 2020, the Raiders signed a deal with Lotus Broadcasting, designating KOMP as the flagship station and rebranding KBAD as KRLV Raider Nation Radio.
October 11, 2021: Jon Gruden Resigns as Head Coach
On October 11, 2021, Jon Gruden resigned as head coach after details of his emails were released by The New York Times. Special Teams Coordinator, Rich Bisaccia, was named the interim head coach of the Raiders following Gruden's resignation.
November 2, 2021: Henry Ruggs Released After Car Crash
On November 2, 2021, starting wide receiver Henry Ruggs was arrested and charged with multiple felonies after killing a woman in a car crash. Later that day, the Raiders released Ruggs.
January 30, 2022: Dave Ziegler Hired as General Manager
On January 30, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Dave Ziegler as general manager.
January 31, 2022: Josh McDaniels Hired as Head Coach
On January 31, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Josh McDaniels as head coach.
February 4, 2022: Patrick Graham Hired as Defensive Coordinator
On February 4, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Patrick Graham as defensive coordinator.
2022: Brent Musburger out as voice of the Raiders
In 2022, Brent Musburger left his position as the voice of the Raiders.
October 31, 2023: Raiders Part Ways with Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler
On October 31, 2023, the Raiders parted ways with head coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler. Antonio Pierce was named interim head coach.
December 14, 2023: Raiders Set Franchise Record for Most Points Scored in a Game
On December 14, 2023, the team set a franchise record of most points scored in a game by scoring 63 points in their 63–21 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.
2023: 49ers Lead All-Time Series
As of the 2023 season, the 49ers lead the all-time series against the Raiders 8-7.
2023: All-Time Series Lead
As of the 2023 season, the Raiders lead the all-time series against the Miami Dolphins 21-20-1.
2023: Raiders lead series against Steelers
As of the 2023 season, the Raiders lead the all-time series against the Pittsburgh Steelers 17–15.
2023: Raiders Win 18-12
In 2023, the Raiders defeated the Jets 18-12, preventing a potential Hail Mary pass.
2023: Raiders Snap Another Losing Streak Against Chiefs on Christmas Day
On Christmas Day 2023, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs, snapping another five-game losing streak.
January 2024: Antonio Pierce Named Head Coach
In January 2024, the team removed the interim tag from Antonio Pierce, making him head coach of the franchise.
December 2024: Ownership stake sold to Tom Brady
In December 2024, the Raiders sold 15% of the franchise, with 10% going to Tom Brady and his business partner, Tom Wagner of Knighthead Capital, at a cost of $220 million.
2024: All-time regular season record
As of the end of the NFL's 2024 season, the Raiders have an all-time regular season record of 509 wins, 480 losses, and 11 ties.
2024: Equivalent
On July 25, 1966, He purchased a 10% interest in the team for $18,000 (equivalent to $174,443 in 2024).
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