The Las Vegas Raiders are beginning a rebuild. There's no doubt about that. When teams rebuild, fans wonder whether they will be out of contention for multiple years. In some teams' cases, like the New England Patriots, that rebuild can last for just a few years before returning to contention. Sep 7, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images | Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images The Raiders haven't made the playoffs since 2021, and they haven't won a playoff game since 2003. They've been rebuilding for quite some time, and the contention factor hasn't come yet. But things appear to be moving in the right direction due to a change in (minority) ownership. Tom Brady and General Manager John Spytek have drawn on their past to build the foundation of a winner in Las Vegas.…