1959: First Front-Office Hire
In 1959, Chet Soda hired Gene Lawrence Perry as the first Director of Public Relations, marking the first front-office hire for the team.
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 after rejecting offers from the NFL's Washington Redskins and the AFL's Los Angeles Chargers.
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: Inaugural Season
During the 1960 inaugural season, the Raiders' 42-man roster included 28 rookies and 14 veterans, finishing with a 6-8 record.
1960: Bud Foster and Mel Venter Broadcast Raider Games
From 1960 to 1962, Bud (Wilson Keene) Foster and Mel Venter were the voices of the Raiders on radio.
1960: Original Uniform Design
From 1960 to 1962, the Raiders' original uniforms featured black and gold with Gothic numerals, and the helmets were black with a white stripe and no logo.
1960: Team Naming Contest
In 1960, when the team was founded, the Oakland Tribune held a name-the-team contest, and the winning name was the Oakland Señors, before it was changed to the Oakland Raiders nine days later.
January 17, 1961: Valley, McGah, and Osborne Buy Out Remaining Partners
On January 17, 1961, after the first season, Wayne Valley, Ed McGah, and Robert Osborne bought out the remaining four general partners of the Raiders. Valley was subsequently named the managing general partner.
September 18, 1961: Erdelatz Dismissal
On September 18, 1961, Erdelatz was dismissed after the Raiders were outscored in the first two games of the season.
September 24, 1961: Marty Feldman Named Head Coach
On September 24, 1961, Marty Feldman was named the Raiders head coach after the dismissal of Erdelatz.
1961: Move to Candlestick Park
After splitting the first home season between Kezar Stadium and Candlestick, the Raiders moved exclusively to Candlestick Park in 1961, where total attendance for the season was about 50,000, and finished 2–12.
1961: Raiderettes Established
In 1961, the Las Vegas Raiderettes were established as the Oakland Raiderettes.
1961: Minnesota Vikings Franchise Started
In 1961, the Minnesota Vikings franchise began play in the NFL after the Minneapolis group defected from the AFL.
October 16, 1962: Feldman Fired
On October 16, 1962, Feldman was fired as Raiders head coach after an 0-5 start.
1962: Al Davis Hired
After the 1962 season, Al Davis was hired as the Raiders' head coach and general manager.
1962: Original Uniform Design
From 1960 to 1962, the Raiders' original uniforms featured black and gold with Gothic numerals, and the helmets were black with a white stripe and no logo.
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: End of Bud Foster and Mel Venter Era
In 1962, Bud Foster and Mel Venter end their run as the radio voices for the Raiders.
1962: Move to Frank Youell Field
In 1962, the Raiders moved into 18,000-seat Frank Youell Field (later expanded to 22,000 seats), their first home in Oakland.
September 7, 1963: Silver and Black Uniform Debut
On September 7, 1963, the famous silver and black Raider uniform debuted at the regular season-opening game.
1963: Raiders Defeat Chargers Twice
During the 1963 season, the Raiders defeated the heavily favored Los Angeles Chargers twice.
1963: Bob Blum and Dan Galvin Broadcast Raider Games
From 1963 to 1965, Bob Blum and Dan Galvin called the Raiders games on radio.
1963: Color Scheme Changed
In 1963, Al Davis changed the team's color scheme to silver and black and added a logo to the helmet.
1963: Al Davis Introduction
In 1963, Al Davis was introduced as head coach, improving the Raiders' performance.
1963: Silver and Black Uniform Design Debuts
In 1963, the Raiders' current silver and black uniform design essentially debuted.
1964: Logo Color Modification
In 1964, the Raiders' logo underwent a minor color modification, changing the background from silver to black.
1964: White Jerseys Modified
In 1964, the Raiders' white jerseys were changed to black letters with a silver outline for the numbers.
1964: Team Performance Slips
In 1964, the team's performance slipped to 5-7-2.
1965: Raiders Winning Streak Against Broncos Begins
From 1965 to 1971, the Raiders managed a 14-game winning streak against the Broncos.
1965: End of Bob Blum and Dan Galvin Era
In 1965, Bob Blum and Dan Galvin stop broadcasting Raider games on the radio.
1965: Matched Previous Season Record
In 1965, the Raiders matched their previous season's 8-5-1 record.
April 1966: Davis Leaves for AFL Commissioner Role
In April 1966, Al Davis left the Raiders after being named AFL Commissioner.
April 1966: Davis Named AFL Commissioner
In April 1966, Al Davis left the Raiders after being named AFL Commissioner.
July 25, 1966: Davis Returns as Part-Owner
On July 25, 1966, Al Davis returned as part-owner of the team, purchasing a 10% interest.
1966: Bill King Becomes Voice of the Raiders
In 1966, Bill King became the voice of the Raiders, a position he held until 1992.
1966: Oakland Coliseum Completion
In 1966, the 53,000 seat Oakland Coliseum was completed.
1966: Missed Playoffs
In 1966, the Raiders missed the playoffs despite matching their previous season's record, finishing second in the AFL West Division.
1967: Madden Hired as Linebacker Coach
In 1967, John Madden was hired by Al Davis as the Raiders' linebacker coach.
1967: Ike Lassiter Injured Joe Namath
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 Defeat Oilers En Route to Super Bowl II
In 1967, the Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers 40–7 during the AFL playoffs, advancing 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: AFL Championship and Super Bowl II Appearance
In 1967, the Raiders finished the season with a 13–1–0 record and won the 1967 AFL Championship, which led to their subsequent loss to the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl II.
1967: First Exhibition Game Against 49ers
In 1967, the first exhibition game between the Raiders and the San Francisco 49ers resulted in a 13–10 victory for the 49ers.
January 14, 1968: Super Bowl II Loss
On January 14, 1968, the Raiders lost Super Bowl II to the Green Bay Packers 33-14.
1968: Heidi Game
During the 1968 season, the Raiders and Jets played in the infamous 'Heidi Game'.
1968: Raiders Streak Without Losing To Chargers Begins
From 1968 to 1977, the Raiders held a streak without losing to the Chargers.
1968: Raider Nation Phrase Created
In 1968, Al Davis created the phrase Raider Nation.
1968: AFL West Division Title and Championship Loss
In 1968, the Raiders ended the season with a 12-2 record and won the AFL West Division title but lost to the New York Jets in the AFL Championship Game.
1968: Sharing Coliseum with Athletics
In 1968, the Raiders shared the Coliseum with the Oakland Athletics once the A's moved to Oakland from Kansas City.
January 16, 1969: Rauch Resigns as Head Coach
On January 16, 1969, John Rauch resigned as Raiders head coach.
February 4, 1969: Madden Named Head Coach
On February 4, 1969, John Madden was named the Raiders' sixth head coach.
November 23, 1969: Chiefs Take Series Lead
On November 23, 1969, the Chiefs for the first time led in the overall series of games played 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: Raiders Dominate Oilers in Playoffs
In 1969, Oakland defeated the Houston Oilers 56–7 in the AFL divisional playoffs.
1969: Previous AFL West Division
In 1969, The AFL West Division was comprised of the same teams.
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 After Merger
After the 1970 merger, the 49ers won in Oakland 38–7 against the Raiders.
1970: AFL-NFL Merger Completed
In 1970, the AFL-NFL merger was completed and the Raiders joined the Western Division of the American Football Conference.
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: End of Separate Regular Seasons
In 1970, the leagues ended separate regular seasons after the merger.
1970: Uniform Change for the Season
In 1970, the team used silver numerals with black outline and black lettering names for the season.
1970: Raiders Defeat Dolphins in Divisional Round
In the 1970 divisional round, the Raiders defeated the Miami Dolphins 21-14.
1971: Second Place in AFC West
Despite another 8-4-2 season in 1971, the Raiders finished second place in the AFC West and failed to make the playoffs.
1971: Raiders Winning Streak Against Broncos Ends
From 1965 to 1971, the Raiders managed a 14-game winning streak against the Broncos.
1971: Return to Black Numerals
In 1971, the team again displayed black numerals and have stayed that way ever since.
October 22, 1972: Broncos Defeat Raiders
On October 22, 1972, the Broncos defeated the Raiders 30–23, ending the Raiders' 14-game winning streak against them.
1972: Davis Exercises Total Control
From 1972 onward, Al Davis exercised near-total control of the Raiders as president of A.D. Football, Inc.
1972: "Immaculate Reception" Loss
In 1972, the Raiders lost to the Steelers 13-7 on the "Immaculate Reception" play in the divisional round of the playoffs.
1972: Davis Seizes Control of Raiders
In 1972, while Wayne Valley was out of the country, Al Davis's attorneys drafted a revised partnership agreement that made Davis the new managing general partner, granting him complete control over the Raiders' operations. The court sided with Davis after Valley filed suit.
September 23, 1973: Game at California Memorial Stadium
On September 23, 1973, the Raiders played the Miami Dolphins at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley and defeated the Dolphins 12–7, ending Miami's winning streak.
1973: Conference Championship Appearances
From 1973, the Raiders reached the conference championship every year.
1973: Dolphins Defeat Raiders in AFC Championship Game
In the 1973 AFC Championship Game, the Miami Dolphins defeated the Raiders 27-10 on their way to Super Bowl VIII.
1974: Steelers-Raiders Rivalry
From 1974, the winner of the Steelers-Raiders game went on to win the Super Bowl in three of those instances.
1974: "Sea of Hands" Victory and AFC Championship Loss
In 1974, the Raiders had a 12-2 regular season, beat the Dolphins 28-26 in the "Sea of Hands" game, and then lost the AFC Championship to the Steelers.
1975: Atkinson Hits Swann
During the 1975 AFC Championship game, Raiders strong safety George Atkinson delivered a hit on Pittsburgh wide receiver Lynn Swann, which left him concussed.
1975: Ended Miami's Home Winning Streak
In 1975, the Raiders beat Miami, ending their 31-game home winning streak and later faced the Steelers in the conference championship, ultimately losing 16-10.
1976: Valley Sells Interest in the Team
In 1976, Wayne Valley sold his interest in the Raiders, leaving Al Davis in near-total control of team operations.
1976: "The Ben Dreith Game"
In 1976, the Patriots lost a playoff game to the Raiders, unofficially known as "The Ben Dreith Game" due to a controversial penalty by the head referee.
1976: Raiders' Successful Season and Super Bowl XI Berth
In 1976, the Raiders had a successful season, winning 13 regular-season games. They defeated the Steelers in the AFC Championship to advance to Super Bowl XI.
1976: AFC Championship and Super Bowl XI Win
In 1976, the Raiders won the AFC Championship and Super Bowl XI.
1976: Atkinson Hits Swann, Noll's "Criminal Element" Comment
In the 1976 season opener, Raiders safety George Atkinson hit Steelers wide receiver Lynn Swann, causing a concussion, leading to Steelers coach Chuck Noll calling Atkinson part of the "criminal element" in the NFL.
1976: Steelers-Raiders Rivalry
Through 1976, the winner of the Steelers-Raiders game went on to win the Super Bowl in three of those instances.
1977: Raiders Streak Without Losing To Chargers Ends
From 1968 to 1977, the Raiders held a streak without losing to the Chargers.
1977: Conference Championship Appearances
Through 1977, the Raiders reached the conference championship every year.
1978: Darryl Stingley Injury and Raiders Missing Playoffs
During a 1978 preseason game, Patriots WR Darryl Stingley was injured by a hit from Raiders FS Jack Tatum and paralyzed for life. The 1978 Raiders, despite a 9–7 record, missed the playoffs.
1978: Darryl Stingley Injury
During a 1978 preseason game, Patriots wide receiver Darryl Stingley was permanently paralyzed after a hit by Raiders safety Jack Tatum.
1978: "Holy Roller" Game
In 1978, the Raiders played the "Holy Roller" game against the Chargers, fumbling for a touchdown in a controversial play.
1979: John Madden's Retirement and Tom Flores's Hiring
In 1979, John Madden retired from coaching. Tom Flores replaced him, leading the Raiders to a 9–7 season.
1980: Al Davis Attempts to Move Raiders to Los Angeles
In 1980, Al Davis's attempt to move the Raiders to Los Angeles was initially blocked, leading to antitrust lawsuits.
1980: Lawsuit Filed Against NFL
In 1980, after the NFL declined to approve the Raiders' move to Los Angeles, the team joined the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission in a lawsuit against the league alleging a violation of antitrust laws.
1980: Raiders Beat Oilers in Wild Card Playoffs
In 1980, the Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers 27–7 in the Wild Card playoffs.
1980: AFC Championship and Super Bowl XV Win
In 1980, the Raiders won the AFC Championship and Super Bowl XV.
1980: Raiders' Super Bowl XV Victory
In 1980, the Raiders, led by Jim Plunkett, won Super Bowl XV against the Philadelphia Eagles 27-10, marking their second Super Bowl win and the first time a wild card team won the Super Bowl.
January 1981: Raiders Win AFC Title Against Chargers
In January 1981, the Raiders were victorious over the Chargers with a score of 34-27 in the AFC title game, advancing to Super Bowl 15.
1981: Raiders Miss Playoffs
In 1981, the Raiders concluded their first stint in Oakland with a 7-9 record, failing to reach the playoffs after their Super Bowl victory.
May 1982: Raiders Win Lawsuit, Clearing Way for Los Angeles Move
In May 1982, the Raiders won an antitrust lawsuit, clearing the way for their move to Los Angeles.
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, coming back from a 24-0 deficit to win 28-24.
1982: Los Angeles Raiders Win AFC West
In 1982, the Los Angeles Raiders finished the strike-shortened season with an 8-1 record, winning the AFC West.
1982: Move to Los Angeles
In 1982, the Raiders relocated from Oakland to Los Angeles.
1982: Raiders Arrive in Los Angeles
In 1982, the Raiders relocated to Los Angeles, initiating the 'Battle of Los Angeles' with the Rams.
September 1983: Death of Ed McGah
Ed McGah, a member of the original ownership group, died in September 1983, and his interest in the team was devised to a family trust.
1983: AFC Championship and Super Bowl XVIII Win
In 1983, the Raiders won the AFC Championship and Super Bowl XVIII.
1984: Raiders' Playoff Loss to Seahawks
In 1984, despite an 11–5 record, the Raiders entered the playoffs as a wild-card and lost to the Seahawks in the Wild Card game.
1984: BALCO Founded
In 1984, the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO) was founded in Burlingame as a service business for blood and urine analysis and food supplements.
1985: Marcus Allen Named MVP
In 1985, Marcus Allen was named MVP, but a loss to the Patriots ended the Raiders' postseason hopes.
1986: Davis Seeks to Abandon Coliseum
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 widely publicized argument with Marcus Allen, accusing him of faking injuries.
1986: Davis Testifies for USFL
In 1986, Al Davis testified on behalf of the United States Football League in their unsuccessful antitrust lawsuit against the NFL, being the only NFL owner to do so.
1986: Patriots Defeat Raiders Amid Brawl
In 1986, while the Raiders were based in Los Angeles, the team hosted New England in the divisional round of the playoffs. The game was won by New England and marred by a rumble between the teams, with Matt Millen attacking Patriots GM Patrick Sullivan with his helmet.
August 1987: Irwindale Stadium Bid Fails
In August 1987, Irwindale's stadium bid failed, and Davis kept the non-refundable deposit.
1987: Davis signs Bo Jackson
In 1987, Al Davis retaliated against Marcus Allen by signing Bo Jackson to essentially replace Allen.
1987: Coliseum Commission Receives Settlement
In 1987, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission received a $19.6 million settlement from the NFL.
1988: Conte Attends Summer Olympics
In 1988, Victor Conte offered free blood and urine tests to a group of athletes known as the BALCO Olympians. He was then allowed to attend the Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.
1988: Rumors of Raiders Return to Oakland Intensify
In the summer of 1988, rumors of a Raiders return to Oakland intensified when a preseason game was scheduled at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum.
1988: Chiefs Win Against Raiders
Until January 1, 2000, the Raiders hadn't defeated the Chiefs since 1988.
January 1989: Negotiations Commence Between Davis and Oakland
In January 1989, negotiations commenced between Davis and Oakland regarding the Raiders return.
1989: Raiders Fail to Improve
From 1986 to 1989, the Raiders finished no better than 8-8 and posted consecutive losing seasons for the first time since 1961-62
1989: Shanahan Fired by Raiders
In 1989, Mike Shanahan was fired by the Raiders just four games into the season, intensifying the Raiders' rivalry with the Broncos.
1989: Mike Shanahan Fired, Art Shell Hired as Head Coach
In 1989, after a 1–3 start, Mike Shanahan was fired and replaced by Art Shell, who became the first African American head coach in the modern NFL era. The team finished 8-8.
March 11, 1990: Davis Announces Intent to Bring Raiders Back to Oakland
On March 11, 1990, Davis announced his intention to bring the Raiders back to Oakland.
September 1990: New Deal to Stay in Los Angeles Announced
In September 1990, Davis announced a new deal to stay in Los Angeles, leading to fan disgust in Oakland.
1990: Chiefs Dominate Regular Season Meetings
From 1990 to 1999, the Raiders lost 17 out of 20 regular-season meetings against the Chiefs.
1990: Raiders Make Playoffs
In 1990, the Raiders, led by Bo Jackson, had a 12–4 record and reached the AFC Championship, but Jackson's injury led to a loss against the Bills.
December 28, 1991: Raiders Lose to Chiefs in Wild Card Round
On December 28, 1991, the Raiders lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 10-6 in the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
1991: Raiders Struggle for Quarterback Consistency
In 1991, the Raiders finished with a 9–7 record, struggling to find a reliable quarterback and losing in the Wild Card game.
1992: End of Bill King's Tenure
In 1992, Bill King's tenure as the voice of the Raiders came to an end after holding the position since 1966.
1992: Raiders Stumble to a Losing Record
In 1992, the Raiders continued to struggle with their quarterback situation and finished with a 7-9 record.
1993: Raiders Reach Divisional Round
In 1993, led by Jeff Hostetler, the Raiders finished with a 10-6 record. They won against the Broncos, but lost to the Bills in the divisional round.
1994: Declining Attendance Leads to Relocation
By 1994, declining attendance and stadium issues led to the Raiders and Rams relocating from Los Angeles.
1994: Art Shell Fired
Following a 9-7 season in 1994 where the team missed the playoffs, Art Shell was fired.
1994: Bo Jackson Retires
In 1994 Bo Jackson retired from football as a result of an injury he suffered in 1990.
1994: Throwback Uniforms for NFL Anniversary
In 1994, as part of the NFL's 75th Anniversary, the Raiders donned the 1963 helmets with the 1970 silver away numbers and black lettering names.
1994: Departure from Los Angeles
The Raiders departed from Los Angeles in 1994.
June 23, 1995: Davis Signs Letter of Intent to Move Raiders Back to Oakland
On June 23, 1995, Davis signed a letter of intent to move the Raiders back to Oakland.
1995: Return to Oakland
At the start of the 1995 season, the Raiders returned to Oakland after playing in Los Angeles.
1995: The Black Hole
From 1995 until 2019, the Raider Nation was also known for the Black Hole, originally a specific area of the Coliseum frequented by the team's rowdiest and most fervent fans.
1995: Broncos Dominate Series Against Raiders
From the 1995 season through the 2008 season, the Broncos amassed 21 wins in 28 games against the Raiders.
1995: PSLs Instituted
In 1995, the Raiders issued costly personal seat licenses (PSLs) upon their return to Oakland, ranging from $250 to $4,000.
1995: Raiders Move Back to Oakland
In 1995, the Raiders moved back from Los Angeles to Oakland. The city of Oakland and the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority agreed to sell Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs) to help pay for the renovations to their stadium.
1995: Raiders Miss Playoffs After Promising Start
In 1995, under Mike White, the Raiders started 8-2 but finished 8-8 and missed the playoffs.
September 8, 1996: Chiefs Lead 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 Romanowski
From 1996, Victor Conte worked with well-known American football star Bill Romanowski, who proved to be useful to establish new connections to athletes and coaches.
1996: Raiders Have a Losing Season
In 1996, the Raiders had a losing season with a record of 7-9.
1996: Raiders Sue NFL Over Logo and Uniform Similarities
In 1996, the Raiders sued the NFL in Santa Clara County, claiming that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' pirate logo diluted the team's trademark, and that the League 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 Broadcast Team
In 1997, Tom Flores, former Raiders quarterback and coach, began doing commentary for the team's games, a role he continued until 2017.
1997: Raiders Have Another Losing Season
In 1997, the Raiders had another losing season with a record of 4-12.
1998: Raiders Post 8-8 Season
In 1998, under Jon Gruden, the Raiders posted an 8-8 season.
1999: Chiefs Dominate Regular Season Meetings
From 1990 to 1999, the Raiders lost 17 out of 20 regular-season meetings against the Chiefs.
1999: Raiders Post Another 8-8 Season
In 1999, under Jon Gruden, the Raiders posted another 8-8 season.
January 1, 2000: Raiders Defeat Chiefs in Kansas City
On January 1, 2000, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs in Kansas City for the first time since 1988 in overtime, with a 33-yard field goal kick made by Joe Nedney.
2000: Raiders Win Division Title, Advance to AFC Championship
In 2000, the Raiders, led by Rich Gannon, finished 12–4, winning their first division title since 1990 and advancing to the AFC Championship, where they lost to the Ravens.
2001: Jury Sides With NFL
After relocating back to Oakland, the Raiders sued the NFL for interfering with their negotiations to build a new stadium at Hollywood Park. In 2001, a jury found in favor of the NFL.
2001: "Tuck Rule Game" Controversy
In 2001, the Raiders acquired Jerry Rice, finished 10-6, and faced the Patriots in the playoffs. The "Tuck Rule Game" controversy occurred, leading to a Patriots victory.
2001: Jets edged the Raiders
In the final week of the 2001 season, the New York Jets narrowly defeated the Raiders 24–22 with a last-second field goal.
February 18, 2002: Release of Jon Gruden
On February 18, 2002, the Raiders released Jon Gruden from his contract, allowing him to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in exchange for $8 million and four future draft picks.
2002: Raiders defeat Jets twice
During the 2002 season, the Raiders defeated the Jets 26–20 in December, then defeated them again in the AFC Divisional Playoffs, 30–10.
2002: Death of E.J. McGah
E.J. McGah, son of Ed McGah and part-owner of the team, died in 2002.
2002: Raiders Defeat Titans in AFC Championship
In 2002, Oakland defeated the Titans in the AFC Championship Game with a score of 41-24.
2002: "Tuck Rule Game"
In 2002, the Raiders faced the Patriots in a divisional-round playoff game known as the "Tuck Rule Game," where a Tom Brady fumble was overturned, leading to a Patriots win and eventual Super Bowl victory.
2002: AFC Championship Win
In 2002, the Raiders won the AFC Championship.
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.
2003: Poor Attendance Figures
From 2003 to 2005, the Raiders ranked in the bottom three in league attendance and failed to sell out a majority of their home games.
2003: Oakland Raiders Players Implicated in BALCO Scandal
In 2003, several current and former Oakland Raiders players, including Bill Romanowski, Tyrone Wheatley, Barrett Robbins, Chris Cooper, and Dana Stubblefield, were named as clients of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO), which was under investigation for its role in a sports drug scandal.
2003: Claims Dismissed in NFL Lawsuit
In 2003, the Raiders' claims in their lawsuit against the NFL were dismissed on summary judgment because the relief sought would violate the Commerce Clause of the United States Constitution.
April 2004: Dismissal of McGah Lawsuit
In April 2004, the majority of the lawsuit filed by the McGah family against Al Davis was dismissed by an Alameda County Superior Court judge.
February 2005: Verdict Upheld
In February 2005, a California Court of Appeal unanimously upheld the original verdict in favor of the NFL in the Raiders' lawsuit.
October 2005: Bill King's Death
In October 2005, Bill King, the voice of the Raiders from 1966 to 1992, died from complications after surgery.
October 2005: Settlement of McGah Lawsuit
In October 2005, the lawsuit between the McGah family and Al Davis was settled out of court, with Davis purchasing the McGah family's interest in the Raiders.
November 2, 2005: Settlement Announced in PSL Lawsuit
On November 2, 2005, a settlement was announced in the Raiders' lawsuit against the city of Oakland and the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority regarding Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs). As part of the settlement, PSLs were abolished as of the 2006 season.
November 2005: Team Takes Over Ticket Sales
In November 2005, the Raiders announced that they were taking over ticket sales from the Oakland Football Marketing Association (OFMA) and abolishing PSLs.
2005: Poor Attendance Figures
From 2003 to 2005, the Raiders ranked in the bottom three in league attendance and failed to sell out a majority of their home games.
2005: Patriots Defeat Raiders
In the 2005 season opener, the Patriots ruined Randy Moss' debut as a Raider 30-20.
February 11, 2006: Art Shell Hired as Head Coach
On February 11, 2006, Art Shell was re-hired as the head coach of the Raiders. Al Davis admitted that firing Shell in 1995 had been a mistake.
February 2006: Team Announces Lower Ticket Prices
In February 2006, the Raiders announced that they would lower ticket prices for most areas of the Oakland Coliseum.
2006: Davis Attempts to Sell Ownership Stake
In 2006, Al Davis attempted to sell the 31% ownership stake in the Raiders that he obtained from the McGah family, but was unsuccessful.
2006: PSLs Abolished
In 2006, Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs) were abolished as part of a settlement reached on November 2, 2005 between the Raiders, the city of Oakland, and the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority.
January 22, 2007: Lane Kiffin hired as Head Coach
On January 22, 2007, Lane Kiffin was hired as the Raiders' head coach. At age 31, he was the youngest coach in the NFL and in Raiders franchise history.
September 28, 2008: White Jerseys at Home
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 the intense heat.
December 2008: Patriots Defeat Raiders in Belichick's 100th Win
In December 2008, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 49-26 in Bill Belichick's 100th regular-season win as Patriots coach.
2008: Broncos Dominate Series Against Raiders
From the 1995 season through the 2008 season, the Broncos amassed 21 wins in 28 games against the Raiders.
February 3, 2009: Tom Cable signed as Head Coach
On February 3, 2009, Tom Cable was signed as the 17th head coach of the Raiders, after serving as the interim replacement for Lane Kiffin.
September 2009: Ice Cube Song
In September 2009, Ice Cube recorded a song for the Raiders named "Raider Nation".
December 6, 2009: Raiders Upset Steelers
On December 6, 2009, the 3-8 Raiders upset the defending champion Steelers in a game with five lead changes in the fourth quarter, winning 27-24 with a late touchdown.
2009: AFL Legacy Program
For the 2009 season, the Raiders took part in the AFL Legacy Program and wore 1960s throwback jerseys for games against other teams from the former AFL.
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 score of 35–27.
November 21, 2010: Steelers Beat Raiders Amidst Rough Play
On November 21, 2010, the Steelers beat the Raiders 35-3 in a game marked by rough play, including Raiders defensive end Richard Seymour punching Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.
2010: Davis Documentary
In 2010, Davis took part in a documentary for ESPN's 30 for 30 series titled Straight Outta L.A., focusing on N.W.A and the Raiders' image.
January 4, 2011: Tom Cable's Contract Not Renewed
On January 4, 2011, Raiders 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: Hue Jackson Introduced as Head Coach
On January 18, 2011, a press conference was held to formally introduce Hue Jackson as the next Raiders head coach.
August 20, 2011: Preseason Game Marked by Violence
On August 20, 2011, a preseason game between the Raiders and 49ers was marred by fights and a shooting, leading to the cancellation of future preseason games between the two teams.
October 8, 2011: Death of Al Davis
Al Davis died on October 8, 2011, at the age of 82. His interest in the team passed to his wife, Carol Davis, and his son, Mark Davis, became the managing general partner.
2011: Al Davis Death
Al Davis owned 47% of the team shares before his death in 2011.
2011: Patriots Defeat Raiders
During the 2011 season, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 31-19.
2011: Mark Davis Assumes Control
From the assumption of the team by Mark Davis in 2011, the Raiders had been subject to rampant relocation speculation.
2011: Death of Al Davis
In 2011, Al Davis passed away and control of the franchise was given to his son Mark Davis.
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: Black Cleats Tribute
In the 2012 and 2013 seasons, the Raiders wore black cleats as a tribute to Al Davis.
2012: Raiders Last Win in Kansas City
Until 2020, the Raiders had not won in Kansas City since 2012.
December 8, 2013: Raiders Lost to Jets
On December 8, 2013, the Raiders lost to the New York Jets with a score of 37-27.
2013: Regular Sell Outs Since 2013
Although the team has regularly sold out since 2013, the team ranked in the bottom three in league attendance from 2003 to 2005.
2013: Lease Expiration
In 2013, The Raider's lease at the Oakland Alameda Coliseum expired, fueling relocation speculation.
2013: Black Cleats Tribute
In the 2012 and 2013 seasons, the Raiders wore black cleats as a tribute to Al Davis.
2014: PSL Policy Lifted
From 1995 until the lifting of the policy in 2014, television blackouts of Raiders home games were common.
2014: Reversion to White Cleats
In 2014, the Raiders reverted to white cleats, though the NFL later relaxed its rules on primary cleat colors.
2014: Patriots Defeat Raiders
In the third week of the 2014 season, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 16-9.
2014: Raiders Last Win Against Chiefs
Until October 19, 2017, the Raiders previous win against the Chiefs was in 2014.
January 14, 2015: Jack Del Rio Hired as Head Coach
On January 14, 2015, Jack Del Rio was hired as the new head coach of the Raiders.
November 1, 2015: Raiders Won Against Jets
On November 1, 2015, the Raiders won against the New York Jets with a score of 20-34.
November 8, 2015: Steelers Outplay Raiders
On November 8, 2015, the Steelers defeated the Raiders 38-35, with Antonio Brown catching 17 passes for 284 yards.
December 13, 2015: Raiders Upset Broncos
On December 13, 2015, the Raiders upset the Broncos (15–12) with a strong defensive performance and Linebacker Khalil Mack recorded five sacks in the game.
2015: Raiders Unsuccessful 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: Rams Approved to Relocate to L.A.
On January 12, 2016, the NFL owners voted to allow the Rams to return to L.A. and approved a stadium project in Inglewood proposed by Rams owner Stan Kroenke. The Chargers and Raiders were given conditional permissions to relocate as well.
2016: Color Rush Initiative
In the 2016 season, the Raiders brought back their classic white jerseys with silver numerals as part of the NFL Color Rush initiative.
January 12, 2017: Chargers Announce Relocation to Los Angeles
On January 12, 2017, the Chargers announced they would relocate to Los Angeles, following the failure of a November 2016 ballot initiative to fund a new stadium in San Diego.
March 27, 2017: Approval to Relocate to Las Vegas
On March 27, 2017, NFL team owners approved the Raiders' application to relocate to the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
June 2017: Beasley Media Group Signs Deal
In June 2017, Beasley Media Group signed a two-year deal to become the Las Vegas flagship radio partner of the Raiders, with stations KCYE and KDWN carrying all preseason and regular season games starting in the 2017 season.
October 19, 2017: Raiders Defeat Chiefs
On October 19, 2017, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs, 31-30, on a game-tying touchdown on the last play of the game, leading to a game-winning PAT.
2017: Raiders Team Value Ranked
According to a 2017 report by Forbes Magazine, the Raiders' overall team value was US$2.38 billion, ranking 19th out of 32 NFL teams.
2017: Tom Flores Ends Commentary
In 2017, Tom Flores concluded his run as a commentator for the Raiders' games.
2017: Patriots Defeat Raiders in Mexico City
In 2017, the Patriots defeated the Raiders 33-8 in Mexico City.
December 31, 2017: 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 after being granted a four-year contract extension prior to the season.
January 6, 2018: Jon Gruden Hired
On January 6, 2018, Jon Gruden returned as head coach after a nine-year stint with ESPN, signing a 10-year contract worth an estimated $100 million.
November 1, 2018: Last Game Before Raiders Move to Las Vegas
On November 1, 2018, the 49ers won the game 34–3 to tie their regular-season series at 7, marking the last time the Raiders and 49ers would meet before the Raiders moved to Las Vegas. The game was broadcasted on Thursday Night Football.
2018: Greg Papa Dismissal and Brent Musburger Hired
In 2018, Greg Papa was dismissed as the voice of the Raiders and Brent Musburger took over the role, which he held until 2022.
2018: Raiders Upset Steelers
In 2018, the Raiders upset the Steelers again, scoring a late touchdown and benefiting from a missed field goal to win 24-21, contributing to the Steelers missing the playoffs that year.
2018: White Throwback Jerseys
Starting in 2018, the Raiders retired the white pants but kept the throwback white jerseys, wearing them along with silver pants and black socks in a style reminiscent of the 1970 road set.
2019: The Black Hole
From 1995 until 2019, the Raider Nation was also known for the Black Hole, originally a specific area of the Coliseum frequented by the team's rowdiest and most fervent fans.
2019: Raiders' Flagship Station Changes
In 2019, the Raiders' Las Vegas flagship radio station became "93.1 The Mountain" KYMT.
January 22, 2020: Move to Las Vegas
On January 22, 2020, the Raiders officially moved to the Las Vegas area.
2020: Relocation to Las Vegas
In 2017, after the team's announcement of relocation to Las Vegas by 2020, the team's value moved up 19 percent.
2020: Carr Throws Game-Winning Touchdown
In 2020, Derek Carr threw a game-winning touchdown pass to Henry Ruggs, securing a 31–28 victory against the New York Jets.
2020: Nexstar Media Group Deal
In 2020, a deal was made with Nexstar Media Group for stations in Raiders markets to broadcast Raiders preseason games and special content on various stations, including KRON-TV in the Bay Area and KTLA in Los Angeles.
2020: Lotus Broadcasting Deal
In 2020, a deal was signed with Lotus Broadcasting to make KOMP the Raiders' flagship station and re-brand KBAD to KRLV Raider Nation Radio.
2020: Raiders Defeat Chiefs
In 2020, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs 40-32, snapping a five-game losing streak and winning in Kansas City for the first time since 2012.
October 11, 2021: Jon Gruden Resigns
On October 11, 2021, Jon Gruden resigned after emails with racist, misogynistic, and homophobic language were released by The New York Times.
November 2, 2021: Henry Ruggs Released
On November 2, 2021, starting wide receiver Henry Ruggs was arrested and charged with multiple felonies after killing a woman in a car crash, leading to his release by the Raiders.
January 30, 2022: Dave Ziegler Hired
On January 30, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Dave Ziegler as general manager. Ziegler was previously the director of player personnel for the New England Patriots.
January 31, 2022: Josh McDaniels Hired
On January 31, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Josh McDaniels as head coach.
February 4, 2022: Patrick Graham Hired
On February 4, 2022, the Raiders announced the hiring of Patrick Graham as defensive coordinator.
2022: Brent Musburger Ends Tenure
In 2022, Brent Musburger no longer served as the voice of the Raiders.
2022: Raiders Defeat Patriots
In 2022, after relocating to Las Vegas, the Raiders defeated the Patriots 30-24 with a walk-off touchdown.
October 31, 2023: McDaniels and Ziegler Part Ways with Raiders
On October 31, 2023, the Raiders parted ways with head coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler, and Antonio Pierce was named interim head coach and Champ Kelly was named interim general manager.
December 14, 2023: Raiders Set Franchise Record
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: Value of Al Davis's Investment
Al Davis purchased a 10% interest in the team for $18,000 in 1966, which is equivalent to $169,034 in 2023.
2023: Patriots-Raiders All-Time Series
As of the 2023 season, the Patriots lead the all-time series against the Raiders 20-17-1.
2023: Raiders Lead All-Time Series Against Oilers/Titans
As of the 2023 season, the Raiders lead the all-time series against the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans 30–22.
2023: Raiders-Dolphins All-Time Series
As of the 2023 season, the Raiders lead the all-time series against the Miami Dolphins 21-20-1.
2023: Raiders Win Against Jets, Leading All-Time Series
In 2023, the Raiders defeated the Jets 18–12, preventing a potential Hail Mary pass. As of the 2023 season, the Raiders lead the all-time series 27–20–2.
2023: Raiders Defeat Chiefs on Christmas Day
On Christmas Day in 2023, the Raiders defeated the Chiefs and snapped 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 Private Equity Investors
In December 2024, the Raiders sold 15% of the franchise to private equity investors, with 10% going to Tom Brady and his business partner Tom Wagner.
2024: 2024 NFL 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.
