We've reached 42 days until the Raiders season opener at Foxboro against the Patriots, With our countdown at 42 days we take a look at who currently dons the number in Silver & Black and who has brought it the most distinction.

The 2025 NFL season is a pivotal one for the New England Patriots, especially with how they involve rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson.

The cornerback was suspended to conclude his rookie season because Bill Belichick was displeased with his injury rehab, and the following offseason Jones was arrested for bringing guns to Logan Airport. In his second season, Jones was benched for missing curfew, and then amidst more friction with the coaching staff, he was cut in November of 2023.

The Las Vegas Raiders will need a defensive upgrade of new coach Pete Carroll is going to carry out his planned rebuild.

Defensive lineman Christian Wilkins is looking for his next team, and one day after the Las Vegas Raiders released the veteran, he is already gaining interest from another coach. New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said the team would discuss the possibility of adding Wilkins, who's relationship with the Raiders ended on a sour note.

While the New England Patriots operate in the sports world, the franchise joined the land of heavy metal Tuesday in mourning the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.

The Black Sabbath frontman died at 76, and the AFC East team expressed its gratitude for lending his music to play at Gillette Stadium.