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{{Infobox NFL team
| name = Oakland Raiders
| name = Oakland Raiders
| current = 2023 Las Vegas Raiders season
| logo = <!-- Image link -->
| logo = Oakland Raiders logo.svg
| founded = 1960
| wordmark = Oakland Raiders wordmark.svg
| city = Oakland, California
| first_season = 1960
| colors = Silver, Black
| last_season = 2019
| league = National Football League
| city = [[Oakland, California]]
| division = AFC West
| miscellaneous =
| stadium = Oakland Coliseum
| uniform = File:Oakland raiders uniform.png
| colors = Silver, black
| nicknames = The Silver and Black
| mascot = Raider Rusher
| owner = [[Mark Davis (American football)|Mark Davis]]
| chairman = [[Mark Davis (American football)|Mark Davis]]
| general manager = [[Dave Ziegler]]
| coach = [[Josh McDaniels]]
| hist_yr = 2020
| hist_misc = * [[Las Vegas Raiders]] (2020–present)
* Oakland Raiders (1995–2019)
* Los Angeles Raiders (1982–1994)
* Oakland Raiders (1960–1981)
| no_league_champs = 3
| no_sb_champs = 3
| no_conf_champs = 4
| no_div_champs = 15
| league_champs =
* [[Super Bowl XI]]
* [[Super Bowl XV]]
* [[Super Bowl XVIII]]
| conf_champs =  
* [[AFL Championship Game|AFL]]: 1967
* [[AFC Championship Game|AFC]]: 1976, 1980, 1983
| div_champs =  
* AFL West: 1967, 1968, 1969
* AFC West: 1970, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1983, 1985, 1990, 2000, 2001, 2002
| playoff_appearances =  
* AFL: 1967, 1968, 1969
* NFL: 1970, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1990, 1991, 1993, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2016, 2021
| no_playoff_appearances = 23
| stadium_years =
* [[Kezar Stadium]] (1960–1961)
* [[Candlestick Park]] (1961)
* [[Frank Youell Field]] (1962–1965)
* [[Oakland Coliseum]] (1966–1981, 1995–2019)
* [[Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum]] (1982–1994)
* [[Allegiant Stadium]] (2020–present)
}}
}}


The '''Oakland Raiders''' were a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Oakland, California]]. The team was established in 1960 and was a member of the [[American Football League]] (AFL) before joining the [[National Football League]] (NFL) in 1970 as part of the AFL-NFL merger. The Raiders were known for their distinctive silver and black uniforms and their passionate fan base, often referred to as the "Raider Nation."
The '''Oakland Raiders''' were a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Oakland, California]]. The team was established in 1960 and was a member of the [[American Football League]] (AFL) before joining the [[National Football League]] (NFL) in the AFL-NFL merger of 1970. The Raiders were known for their distinctive silver and black uniforms, their passionate fan base, and their commitment to excellence.


==History==
==History==
The Oakland Raiders were founded in 1960 as a charter member of the AFL. The team struggled in its early years but began to find success under head coach [[Al Davis]], who joined the team in 1963. Davis would later become the principal owner and general manager of the team, a position he held until his death in 2011.


In 1982, the Raiders moved to [[Los Angeles, California]], becoming the [[Los Angeles Raiders]]. The team returned to Oakland in 1995 and remained there until 2019. In 2020, the franchise relocated to [[Las Vegas, Nevada]], and became the [[Las Vegas Raiders]].
===Founding and Early Years===
The Oakland Raiders were founded in 1960 as a charter member of the AFL. The team struggled in its early years, but the hiring of head coach [[Al Davis]] in 1963 marked a turning point. Davis implemented a vertical passing game and a strong defensive strategy, which became hallmarks of the Raiders' style.


==Achievements==
===AFL Success and NFL Merger===
The Raiders have won three [[Super Bowl]] championships: [[Super Bowl XI]] (1976 season), [[Super Bowl XV]] (1980 season), and [[Super Bowl XVIII]] (1983 season). They have also won four conference championships and fifteen division championships.
Under Davis's leadership, the Raiders quickly became one of the most successful teams in the AFL. They won their first AFL Championship in 1967, defeating the [[Houston Oilers]]. This victory earned them a spot in [[Super Bowl II]], where they were defeated by the [[Green Bay Packers]].


==Stadiums==
In 1970, the AFL merged with the NFL, and the Raiders became part of the newly formed [[American Football Conference]] (AFC) West division.
The Raiders have played in several stadiums throughout their history:
 
* [[Kezar Stadium]] (1960–1961)
===1970s Dominance===
* [[Candlestick Park]] (1961)
The 1970s were a period of dominance for the Raiders. Under head coach [[John Madden]], the team won its first [[Super Bowl]] in 1976, defeating the [[Minnesota Vikings]] in [[Super Bowl XI]]. The Raiders were known for their tough, physical style of play and their "Commitment to Excellence" motto.
* [[Frank Youell Field]] (1962–1965)
 
* [[Oakland Coliseum]] (1966–1981, 1995–2019)
===1980s and Relocation===
* [[Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum]] (1982–1994)
In 1980, the Raiders won their second Super Bowl, defeating the [[Philadelphia Eagles]] in [[Super Bowl XV]]. In 1982, the team relocated to [[Los Angeles]], becoming the [[Los Angeles Raiders]]. They won their third Super Bowl in 1983, defeating the [[Washington Redskins]] in [[Super Bowl XVIII]].
* [[Allegiant Stadium]] (2020–present)
 
===Return to Oakland===
The Raiders returned to Oakland in 1995. Despite some successful seasons, the team struggled to regain its former glory. They reached the [[Super Bowl XXXVII]] in 2002 but were defeated by the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]].
 
===Las Vegas Relocation===
In 2020, the Raiders relocated to [[Las Vegas, Nevada]], becoming the [[Las Vegas Raiders]].


==Notable Players==
==Notable Players==
Some of the most notable players in Raiders history include:
The Raiders have had many notable players throughout their history, including:
* [[Ken Stabler]]
* [[Ken Stabler]] - Quarterback
* [[Marcus Allen]]
* [[Marcus Allen]] - Running Back
* [[Howie Long]]
* [[Fred Biletnikoff]] - Wide Receiver
* [[Tim Brown (American football)|Tim Brown]]
* [[Howie Long]] - Defensive End
* [[Bo Jackson]]
* [[Tim Brown]] - Wide Receiver
* [[Charles Woodson]]
 
==Coaches==
The Raiders have had several notable head coaches, including:
* [[Al Davis]]
* [[John Madden]]
* [[Tom Flores]]
* [[Jon Gruden]]


==Legacy==
==Legacy==
The Raiders are known for their rebellious image and their commitment to excellence, a phrase coined by Al Davis. The team's fan base, known as the "Raider Nation," is one of the most dedicated and passionate in the NFL.
The Oakland Raiders are remembered for their rebellious image, their commitment to excellence, and their impact on the game of football. The team's legacy continues with the Las Vegas Raiders.


==Related Pages==
==Also see==
* [[Las Vegas Raiders]]
* [[Las Vegas Raiders]]
* [[American Football League]]
* [[American Football League]]
* [[National Football League]]
* [[Super Bowl]]
* [[Super Bowl]]
* [[Al Davis]]
* [[Al Davis]]
* [[John Madden]]
* [[John Madden]]
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[[Category:National Football League teams]]
[[Category:Sports in Oakland, California]]
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[[Category:Defunct National Football League teams]]
[[Category:American Football League teams]]
[[Category:1960 establishments in California]]
[[Category:2019 disestablishments in California]]
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Latest revision as of 15:39, 9 December 2024

The Oakland Raiders were a professional American football team based in Oakland, California. The team was established in 1960 and was a member of the American Football League (AFL) before joining the National Football League (NFL) in the AFL-NFL merger of 1970. The Raiders were known for their distinctive silver and black uniforms, their passionate fan base, and their commitment to excellence.

History[edit]

Founding and Early Years[edit]

The Oakland Raiders were founded in 1960 as a charter member of the AFL. The team struggled in its early years, but the hiring of head coach Al Davis in 1963 marked a turning point. Davis implemented a vertical passing game and a strong defensive strategy, which became hallmarks of the Raiders' style.

AFL Success and NFL Merger[edit]

Under Davis's leadership, the Raiders quickly became one of the most successful teams in the AFL. They won their first AFL Championship in 1967, defeating the Houston Oilers. This victory earned them a spot in Super Bowl II, where they were defeated by the Green Bay Packers.

In 1970, the AFL merged with the NFL, and the Raiders became part of the newly formed American Football Conference (AFC) West division.

1970s Dominance[edit]

The 1970s were a period of dominance for the Raiders. Under head coach John Madden, the team won its first Super Bowl in 1976, defeating the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI. The Raiders were known for their tough, physical style of play and their "Commitment to Excellence" motto.

1980s and Relocation[edit]

In 1980, the Raiders won their second Super Bowl, defeating the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl XV. In 1982, the team relocated to Los Angeles, becoming the Los Angeles Raiders. They won their third Super Bowl in 1983, defeating the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XVIII.

Return to Oakland[edit]

The Raiders returned to Oakland in 1995. Despite some successful seasons, the team struggled to regain its former glory. They reached the Super Bowl XXXVII in 2002 but were defeated by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Las Vegas Relocation[edit]

In 2020, the Raiders relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, becoming the Las Vegas Raiders.

Notable Players[edit]

The Raiders have had many notable players throughout their history, including:

Legacy[edit]

The Oakland Raiders are remembered for their rebellious image, their commitment to excellence, and their impact on the game of football. The team's legacy continues with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Also see[edit]



NFL Teams
National Football Conference (NFC)
American Football Conference (AFC)
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