ADAM BUTLER NEWS

Has career year as starter in 2024 Butler finished the 2024 season with 65 tackles (36 solo), including 5.0 sacks, two pass breakups and one forced fumble across 17 games with Las Vegas.

Impact Butler started just 19 of the 97 games he appeared in prior to 2024, but he was thrust into the starting lineup for coach Antonio Pierce and started 16 of the Raiders' 17 contests. His 65 tackles nearly doubled his previous career high of 34, set in 2020 with the Patriots. Butler has also posted back-to-back 5.0-sack campaigns with Las Vegas after signing a pair of one-year contracts with the team following a 2022 season spent out of the league. Butler turns 31 in April and is slated for unrestricted free agency this offseason.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Butler sacks Justin Herbert! Watch as defensive tackle Adam Butler sacks Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert during the first quarter.

JANUARY 5 • RAIDERS.COM

Set to face Jacksonville Butler is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Butler was listed as questionable ahead of this past Monday's game against the Falcons and ended up starting and logging a 69 percent snap share in that contest. Ahead of Week 16 action, Butler wasn't on the Raiders' injury report, so he's slated handle defensive tackle duties once again. In 14 games, Butler has recorded 57 tackles and 3.5 sacks.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders keep getting to opposing quarterbacks even without key pass rushers

Maxx Crosby’s announcement last week that he would miss the season’s final three games because of impending ankle surgery was the most severe and latest blow to the Raiders’ deplet...

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Playing Monday vs. Atlanta Butler (concussion) is active for Monday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Butler missed the Raiders' first official practice of the week Thursday due to a concussion, but he was able to end off strong with a full practice Saturday. He's done enough to clear the league's five-step concussion protocols and will suit up Monday. Butler has logged 17 tackles (eight solo), including 2.5 sacks, in the Raiders' four regular-season games since the Week 10 bye.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable for MNF Butler (concussion) practiced in full Saturday but is questionable for Monday's Week 15 tilt against Atlanta, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Butler has shown progress throughout the week, going from non-participation in practice Thursday to a limited session Friday to full participation Saturday. The veteran defensive tackle is nonetheless questionable for Monday Night Football, and it's unclear if he's cleared the NFL's concussion protocol. Butler has already posted career-high regular-season totals with 635 defensive snaps and 51 tackles (including 2.5 sacks) while adding a defensed pass over 13 games.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders star Maxx Crosby says he's undergoing season-ending surgery

Raiders star Maxx Crosby confirmed reports that he will undergo season-ending ankle surgery.

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Maxx Crosby says he will undergo ankle surgery and miss rest of the Raiders season

Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby will undergo ankle surgery and miss the rest of the season, the latest in a series of injuries that have devastated Las Vegas

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses practice Thursday Butler (concussion) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The veteran defensive tackle has been a pleasant surprise for the Raiders in 2024, making a career-high 51 tackles (29 solo) on a career-high 635 defensive snaps so far. If he can return to practice Friday or Saturday, he may have a chance to suit up Monday against the Falcons. Matthew Butler and Jonah Laulu could be the next men up at defensive tackle if Butler can't go.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons favored over the Raiders in Monday night matchup

The Atlanta Falcons face the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Adam Butler brings down Baker Mayfield! Watch as defensive tackle Adam Butler sacks Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield for an 8-yard loss.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Adam Butler ambushes Tua for third-down sack! Watch as defensive tackle Adam Butler sacks Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa for a loss of 8 yards during the second quarter.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Adam Butler serving as a 'spark plug' for Raiders “He's really been a bright spot for us this year,” Head Coach Antonio Pierce said. “Just his effort, his energy and obviously, production as...

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders' DT Adam Butler from the Locker Room Steelers Week HENDERSON, Nev. — The Las Vegas Raiders (2-3), despite Davante Adams’ drama, are moving forward as they prepare to host the Pittsburgh Steel...

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • SI.COM

Adam Butler: 'We all just have to be prepared to step up in every way that we can' Defensive tackle Adam Butler talks team mentality, preparing for Week 6 against the Pittsburgh Steelers and more.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Adam Butler: 'If you're a Raider, you're tough. This is hard-nosed football' Defensive tackle Adam Butler talks training camp, defensive end Tyree Wilson, being a Raider and more.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Crosby, Wilkins give the Raiders one of the NFL's more talented defensive lines

The Las Vegas Raiders' defensive line is ranked ninth in the NFL by Pro Football Focus and the the offseason signing of tackle Christian Wilkins is one of the major reasons why

JULY 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders re-sign defensive tackles Adam Butler and John Jenkins The defensive linemen both return for their second season with the Raiders.

MARCH 18, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Brought back by Las Vegas The Raiders re-signed Butler on a one-year deal Saturday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 29-year-old will now remain in Las Vegas after spending last season with the Raiders. Butler appeared in all 17 of the Raiders' games last season, primarily serving as a rotational defensive lineman. He racked up 28 total tackles, including 5.0 sacks, while also defending four passes and forcing one fumble. Butler is expected to compete for a similar role on Las Vegas' defense once again this offseason.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reports: Raiders re-sign DT Adam Butler The Las Vegas Raiders re-signed defensive tackle Adam Butler to a one-year deal, according to multiple reports Saturday.Signed by the Patrio...

MARCH 16, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Raiders Free Agents: DT Adam Butler The Las Vegas Raiders are arguably deeper on their defensive line than they are at any other position. DT Adam Butler is a vital part of Las...

JANUARY 15, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Butler's Strong Game Caps Off Solid 2023 Season Defensive tackle Adam Butler was a major force for the Las Vegas Raiders in their victory over the Denver Broncos.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Butler's Strong Game Caps Off Solid 2023 Season Defensive tackle Adam Butler was a major force for the Las Vegas Raiders in their victory over the Denver Broncos.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Adam Butler's third-down sack on Jarrett Stidham Watch as defensive tackle Adam Butler sacks Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham for a loss of 7 yards.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • RAIDERS.COM

Adam Butler's Leadership Has Had a Positive Influence The Las Vegas Raiders have invested much in their defensive line. The addition of Adam Butler has had a positive impact on the field and ins...

JANUARY 6, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM