LUKE MASTERSON NEWS

Lands on IR with knee injury The Raiders placed Masterson (knee) on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Masterson popped up on the Raiders' injury report Wednesday with a knee injury, and he was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos. However, the knee injury appears to be severe enough to warrant a stint on injured reserve. The 26-year-old linebacker will be forced to sit for at least the next four games, meaning the earliest he can return is Week 9 against the Bengals on Nov. 3. Amari Gainer, Amari Burney and Tommy Eichenberg are candidates to slide into the starting linebacker spot vacated by Masterson.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Masterson (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Masterson didn't practice Thursday after logging a limited session Wednesday, so it's no surprise that the Wake Forest product won't suit up Sunday. Expect Amari Gainer to serve as the Raiders' top strongside linebacker while Masterson continues to recover from his knee injury.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Masterson (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Masterson appears to have sustained a knee injury in the Raiders' Week 4 win over the Browns, despite playing 54 total snaps (33 defensive snaps and 21 on special teams) and recording six total tackles. His participation Thursday and Friday will provide a better indication of his potential availability in Week 5, as the Raiders take on the Broncos.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Six tackles in defeat Masterson recorded six total tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Browns.

Impact Masterson was once again thrust into a more significant role at linebacker with Divine Deablo (oblique/concussion) unavailable for the second game in a row. Masterson finished second to Robert Spillane on the team in tackles and he has now compiled 17 total tackles (10 solo) over four games in 2024.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Seven tackles in loss Masterson recorded seven total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 36-22 loss to the Panthers.

Impact Masterson stepped into a starting role with Divine Deablo (oblique/concussion) unavailable versus Carolina. Masterson made the most of his opportunity, playing 70 percent of the team's defensive snaps while compiling a season-high seven takedowns. He'll likely operate in a similar role in Week 5 versus the Browns if Deablo remains unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Masterson is a Money Year Player for the Raiders Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Luke Masterson is a money-year player heading into next season for the Silver and Black defense.

JANUARY 31 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Raiders Under Contract: LB Luke Masterson Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Luke Masterson signed a three-year, $2.5-million contract as an undrafted free agent in 2022.

JANUARY 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Towering Offensive Lineman Signs With Tar Heels In early April, following a visit to Chapel Hill, Franklin Road Academy (Tenn.) offensive lineman Luke Masterson pledged his allegiance to t...

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

The Silver and Black Show - Week 12 vs. Chiefs feat. Luke Masterson, Steve Wyche and Jeffri Chadiha The Silver and Black Show's Amber Theoharis is joined by linebacker Luke Masterson, NFL Network's Steve Wyche and Jeffri Chadiha to preview...

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Must-See Play! Luke Masterson punches out the football from Tua, Marcus Epps recovers Watch as linebacker Luke Masterson forces the fumble from Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and safety Marcus Epps makes the recovery.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Out Sunday Masterson (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against Giants, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.

Impact Masterson, who exited the Raiders' Week 8 loss to the Lions with a concussion, was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise that he's been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. The second-year linebacker has appeared in all eight of Las Vegas' games this year, recording 14 total tackles.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out versus Detroit Masterson (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Lions.

Impact Masterson exited the game in the third quarter and will now miss the remainder of the contest. Amari Burney should now see increased playing time and Masterson will have to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to play again.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Masterson jars football loose, Robert Spillane recovers Watch as linebacker Luke Masterson forces the fumble and linebacker Robert Spillane recovers during the first quarter against the Lions.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Luke Masterson Talks about the Raiders Defense Overall Las Vegas Raiders Luke Masterson talks about the Raiders defense overall as the Raiders approach the start of the 2023-24 NFL season

AUGUST 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

From Raiders Training Camp: LB Luke Masterson The Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Luke Masterson spoke today after training camp, and we have it all for you.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Luke Masterson's mindset this season: 'I'm still fighting for a job, because I am' Linebacker Luke Masterson discusses 2023 Training Camp, his mindset for this season, linebacker Robert Spillane and more.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders LB Luke Masterson, Entering 2nd NFL Season Las Vegas Raiders Linebacker Luke Masterson, entering his sophomore season in the NFL

MAY 21, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

The 8th Round: How Sam Webb and Luke Masterson carved out a place in the NFL Raiders.com's Levi Edwards tells the story of how these two men made the most of their opportunity as undrafted free agents.

MAY 5, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

College to the Pros: LB Luke Masterson The Raiders picked up linebacker Luke Masterson as an undrafted free agent after the 2022 NFL Draft. Take a look back at photos from Masters...

APRIL 30, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Modest production in loss Masterson posted seven tackles (three solo), including one for loss, during Sunday's 37-34 loss to the 49ers.

Impact With the Raiders' linebacking core banged up, Masterson has seen an increased role over the past three weeks, totaling 28 tackles during that stretch. The undrafted rookie out of Wake Forest will look to maintain his strong play against the Chiefs on Saturday.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Masterson, Darien Butler helping each other grow through their rookie seasons The two undrafted rookie linebackers have endured a lot this season, make the most of their reps as next men up.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Luke Masterson on his progression throughout the season Linebacker Luke Masterson discusses learning from the coaching staff, emulating the veterans, rookie linebacker Darien Butler and more.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Paces Vegas in tackles Saturday Masterson recorded 10 tackles (six solo) in Saturday's 13-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact While the Raiders continue to deal with numerous injuries within their linebacker corps, Masterson has seemingly stepped up into the team's primary rotation over the last few weeks. He's now logged back-to-back games with double-digit stops, and the rookie will likely remain a key defensive contributor over the final two contests of the 2022-23 campaign.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up nine tackles Sunday Masterson made nine tackles (four solo) on defense in Sunday's Week 15 win over New England.

Impact Masterson was on the field for more than 50 percent of the Raiders' defensive snaps for the second straight week, marking the first time that has happened in back-to-back contests this season. He finished with a season-high nine defensive stops and added two more on special teams. Masterson's increased opportunities have coincided with Jayon Brown (hand) missing Las Vegas' past two contests and going on IR on Dec. 13.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Masterson mic'd up vs. Seahawks: 'Yes Sir!' Go on the field with linebacker Luke Masterson as he was mic'd up during the Week 12 win against the Seattle Seahawks.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM