Kupp, Diggs or Allen: Who Do The Raiders Make a Run At?

The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2025 offseason with a solid foundation at wide receiver in Jakobi Meyers, a legitimate No. 1 option. His steady hands, crisp routes, and 2024 stat line, think 70-plus catches and 1000-plus yards, prove he can anchor an offense. Yet, with rookie tight end Brock Bowers emerging as a star and the AFC West’s high-octane attacks looming, the Raiders could up their passing game by adding another weapon. Three veteran receivers, Cooper Kupp, Stefon Diggs, and Keenan Allen, stand out as free-agent possibilities. Each brings a distinct ability, and all could work alongside Meyers. The question is less about need and more about opportunity: which one fits the Raiders’ vision?

Start with Cooper Kupp. At 31, the Rams’ star is a technician with a trophy case to match, Super Bowl MVP, 2021 Offensive Player of the Year, and a triple-crown season (145 catches, 1,947 yards, 16 touchdowns). Injuries slowed him in 2023 and 2024, but when healthy, he’s a route-running machine with elite football IQ. For the Raiders, Kupp could slide into a complementary role next to Meyers, creating a nightmare duo for defenses. Meyers thrives on consistency; Kupp adds a layer of precision and big-play potential. If the Rams, strapped for cap space and leaning on younger talent like Puka Nacua, let him go, Kupp could mentor Bowers while giving Geno Smith a polished target. His injury history is a concern, but his ceiling makes him an intriguing option.

Then there’s Stefon Diggs, a 31-year-old powerhouse with a flair for the dramatic. Before an ACL tear cut his 2024 season short with Houston, Diggs was on pace for another 1,000-yard campaign, following six straight seasons of that caliber. Assuming he recovers fully by 2025, he brings explosiveness and a knack for getting open that could elevate the Raiders’ offense. Pairing him with Meyers creates a contrasting dynamic, Meyers as the steady possession guy, Diggs as the field-stretcher. His 2023 Buffalo stats (103 catches, 1,183 yards, 8 touchdowns) show he’s still a force. The downside? His history of locker-room tension (Minnesota, Buffalo) could clash with a Raiders team trying to find stability. Still, his playmaking could ignite a fanbase and offense in need for excitement.

Keenan Allen, at 32, offers a different appeal. He’s the ultimate reliability play, a slot master who moves chains consistently. His 2023 season with the Chargers (108 catches, 1,243 yards, 7 touchdowns) proved he’s still got it, even if 2024 in Chicago was quieter due to a heel injury and a crowded depth chart. Allen wouldn’t compete with Meyers for the No. 1 role, he’d add to it. Picture Meyers drawing top coverage while Allen feasts underneath, with Bowers stretching the seam. Geno Smith would feast. Age and wear-and-tear are knocks against him, but his game doesn’t rely on speed, suggesting he’s got a few good years left. For a Raiders team needing consistency, Allen could be that guy.

So, who should they sign? It’s not a clear-cut call, each fits in his own way. Kupp brings elite play and a high ceiling, perfect if the Raiders want to dream big and pair Meyers with a proven star. Diggs offers flash and dynamism, ideal if they want a spark to match the AFC West’s firepower, though his personality and recovery loom as variables. Allen provides dependability and synergy, a low-risk move to round out an already solid group. The Raiders’ choice hinges on their priorities: upside (Kupp), explosiveness (Diggs), or stability (Allen). With Meyers as the No. 1, they’re not desperate, they’re shopping for a luxury add-on.

The beauty is, any of these three could work. Kupp could turn a good offense great, if healthy. Diggs could have flashes of his former self. Allen could keep the chains moving. The Raiders just need to decide what vibe they’re chasing in 2025, and roll the dice!