Let’s take a closer look at Ward:
He signed as undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams in 2023. He played in 38 games with the Rams from 2023-25. He was the Rams’ primary long snapper in 2023-24. He played eight games in 2025 and spent time on the practice squad.
He went to Central Florida from 2017-22.
How he will fit in with Raiders:
Ward, 26, has a real chance to be the Raiders’ long snapper in 2026. Jacobs Bodenmeyer is a free agent and the Raiders are clearly showing that they are willing to go with Ward if Bodenmeyer isn’t brought back. Usually, players signed in January don’t have much of a chance to make the 53-man roster. But with Ward, he may have a real shot.