The Las Vegas Raiders are signing linebacker Jon Rhattigan to their 53-man roster, according to his agency JL Sports. Let’s take a closer look at Rhattigan:
Size:
6-0, 236 pounds.
NFL experience:|
Rhattigan entered the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks in 2021. He was in their program from 2021-23. He was cut by the Seahawks in 2024 and claimed on waivers by the Carolina Panthers. He was cut by the Panthers this August and spent
the past five weeks on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ practice squad, where the Raiders signed him to the 53-man roster from, according to his agent. He’s played in 53 NFL games, including one with the Steelers this season.
College:
Rhattigan went to Army. He was signed by the Seahawks in 2021 as an undrafted free agent.
Raiders ties:
He was with Las Vegas head coach Pete Carroll and some assistants, including linebacker coach John Glenn in Seattle for three seasons. Rhattigan played in 36 games for Carroll.
Why is he signing with Raiders:
The Raiders had an opening on the 53-man roster after cutting starting linebacker Germaine Pratt.
How he will fit in with Raiders:
Rhattigan, 26, fills a backup spot in Pratt’s absence. Clearly, Carroll trusts him. He will likely play mostly special teams. He has plenty of game experience.
