Cian Slone

Cian Slone is an American professional football defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League (NFL). He previously played college football for the Utah States Aggies and the NC State Wolfpack.

Early life Slone grew up in Rocklin, California and attended Rocklin High School. During his junior season, he recorded 77 tackles, six sacks, 8.5 tackles for loss, an interception and a fumble recovery. His senior season was cut short due to an injury.

He committed to play college football at American River College.

College career American River JC During the 2021 season, Slone recorded 39 tackles as a freshman including 0.5 sacks and 1.5 tackles for loss and a pass breakup.

During the 2022 season, he played in 11 games and earned California Community College Football Coaches Association All-American honors and was named as the state's Defensive MVP. He recorded 84 tackles, 12 sacks and 22 tackles for loss.

Utah State Slone would commit to Utah State.

During the 2023 season, he played in all 13 games with six starts, finishing the season with 28 tackles including two sacks and 6.5 tackles for loss. He also recorded seven quarterback hurries, four pass breakup and one fumble recovery.

During the 2024 season, he played in all 12 games and started the final eight games. He finished the season with 49 tackles, the most on the team by a defensive lineman, along with 7.5 sacks, 9.5 tackles for loss and five quarterback hurries. He would earn second team All-Mountain West honors.

On January 7, 2025, Slone announced that he would enter the transfer portal.

NC State On April 5, 2025, Slone announced that he would transfer to NC State.

During the 2025 season, he played in and started all 13 games, recording 61 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception and a fumble recovery.

He was invited to the 2026 Senior Bowl.

Professional career

Slone signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent on April 30, 2026.