Dareke Young

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		42	4	72	—
2025		9	2	48	0
2024		14	0	0	0
2023		6

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Raiders secured Dareke Young on a modest one-year, $1.8M deal that represents fair value for a depth piece receiver, earning a C CVI grade that reflects appropriate market pricing without any significant upside or downside. Young's production tier as a depth piece aligns reasonably well with his $1.8M AAV, positioning him as a replacement-level option who can contribute on special teams and provide insurance behind the established receiving corps. At this stage of his career, the 25-year-old former undrafted free agent hasn't demonstrated the consistency or impact needed to warrant a larger investment, making this low-risk contract structure sensible for both parties. The $800K guaranteed portion limits Las Vegas's exposure while still providing Young with enough security to compete for a roster spot, though the single-year term suggests the organization views him as more of a camp body than a long-term developmental piece. This signing represents smart roster management by the Raiders — filling out the depth chart with an affordable veteran who knows his role without committing significant resources to a player unlikely to move the needle offensively.

Performance Analysis

Dareke Young earns an F for the Raiders at wide receiver, a big-bodied receiver whose NFL contributions have been limited to special teams. Young has the size to be an intimidating presence, but his route running and hands are not at the level needed to earn targets in Las Vegas's offense. His value has been on kick coverage and punt teams, where his physicality is an asset. The Raiders have other receivers who offer more as pass catchers. Young is a special teams specialist who happens to be listed as a wide receiver.

Fan Sentiment

The media has embraced Dareke Young's arrival in Las Vegas with cautious optimism, viewing him as a shrewd depth acquisition that could exceed modest expectations. Five outlets covered the signing, with one already dubbing him a "potential pleasant surprise" — reflecting genuine intrigue rather than typical backup receiver indifference. Young's flashes with Seattle as both a special teams contributor and raw receiving talent have generated quiet buzz among Raiders beat writers, who appreciate the low-risk nature of adding proven NFL experience. The Kubiak offensive system connection has amplified fan enthusiasm, with many believing Young's skill set could translate into a legitimate rotational role by 2026. This B- sentiment grade captures a fanbase that isn't expecting fireworks but sees legitimate upside in a player who profiles as more than just camp fodder. The consensus suggests Young represents exactly the type of under-the-radar addition that could quietly pay dividends in a receiving corps desperate for reliable depth.