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Las Vegas Raiders
Founding Year
The Raiders were established in 1960 as part of the AFL (American Football League).1)
Original Location
The team was originally based in Oakland, California.2)
Relocations
The Raiders have moved cities three times: Oakland to Los Angeles (1982), back to Oakland (1995), and then to Las Vegas (2020).3)
First Season Record
The Raiders had a disappointing 1-13 record in their inaugural season in 1960.4)
Name Origin
The team was briefly named the “Oakland Senors” after a fan contest, but it was quickly changed to the Raiders.5)
Al Davis
Al Davis, the legendary owner, coach, and general manager, joined the Raiders in 1963 and transformed the team into a powerhouse.6)
Commitment to Excellence
Al Davis popularized the team’s famous motto: “Commitment to Excellence.”7)
Team Colors
The Raiders' iconic colors are silver and black, symbolizing toughness and strength.8)
Logo Design
The Raiders' logo, featuring a pirate in a football helmet, has remained largely unchanged since its creation in 1963.9)
Super Bowl Wins
The Raiders have won three Super Bowls: XI (1976 season), XV (1980 season), and XVIII (1983 season).10)
Kenny "The Snake" Stabler
The Hall of Fame quarterback led the Raiders to their first Super Bowl victory in 1977.11)
Marcus Allen
Allen was the MVP of Super Bowl XVIII and one of the most dynamic running backs in NFL history.12)
Bo Jackson
Bo Jackson, a dual-sport athlete, became a Raiders legend despite his short NFL career.13)
Tim Brown
The Hall of Fame wide receiver spent 16 seasons with the Raiders, racking up over 14,000 receiving yards.14)
Howie Long
A dominant defensive end, Long was the heart of the Raiders' defense in the 1980s.15)