RealGM

Overall, like our swlwdtions, and the article below gives an indepth look at how they'll fit into our depth chart.

Raiders depth chart: Where the Class of 2020 fits in

https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/04/26/raiders-depth-chart-where-the-class-of-2020-fits-in/amp/

Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Jets RB Frank Gore said he had an offer to join the Raiders but chose New York in part because of his good relationship with coach Adam Gase.

The 37-year-old didn't state when exactly he received an offer from Jon Gruden this offseason, but it's still quite telling that Las Vegas' front office went out of there way to try and scoop the veteran up. He'll instead reside in New York this upcoming year, undoubtedly splitting time with Le'Veon Bell as a two-down grinder. Coach Adam Gase recently hinted in an interview with ESPN that he would prefer to take a "less is more" approach with Bell's workload and Gore's (along with fourth-round rookie Lamical Perine's) presence allows that to happen. There's no denying the former will cut into Bell's touches ... it's simply a matter of how many.

RELATED: 

Le'Veon Bell

, Josh Jacobs

, Las Vegas Raiders

SOURCE: Jim Trotter on Twitter

May 6, 2020, 2:42 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

2021 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders land Kyle Trask

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2021-nfl-mock-draft-raiders-land-kyle-trask-saints-pick-byu-product-to-be-drew-brees-replacement/amp/

Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Raiders coach Jon Gruden said he "wouldn't expect" Josh Jacobs (ankle) to play in Week 14 against the Colts.

Gruden addressed Damon Arnette's, Jonathan Abram's, and Jacobs' statuses in one fell swoop, stating that he "wouldn't expect those guys to play right now" based on what they showed in practice last week. It's still early, but it sounds as if Jacobs is headed for another full week of DNPs before being ruled out. Devontae Booker barely out-snapped Jalen Richard 33-32 in the interim on Sunday but did notably handle 16 of Las Vegas' 23 running back carries as its go-to option on early downs. He'll rank as a touch-based RB2 if Jacobs does in fact sit against Indianapolis.

RELATED: 

Devontae Booker

SOURCE: Vic Tafur on Twitter

Dec 7, 2020, 4:07 PM ET




Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Las Vegas Review Journal's Vincent Bonsignore writes "multiple teams" are expected to pursue a trade for Derek Carr.

The Raiders "figure to at least listen", especially if offers include multiple first-round picks. Carr's contract is very tradable for both parties. He'd only cost the Raiders $2.5 million in dead cap if traded, and the acquiring team would have Carr for two years at about $20 million per season, all non-guaranteed. Carr finished eighth in expected points added (EPA) per dropback last season and will only be 30 years old in 2021. Bonsignore lists the Colts, Bears, Patriots and Washington as potential suitors, along with the Texans if Deshaun Watson is actually available. If Carr is dealt for draft picks instead of players, the Raiders could turn to Marcus Mariota, who is due $11.4 million this upcoming season, as their short-term answer. But the big dream certainly is to flip Carr and the Raiders' own first-round picks into Watson. 

SOURCE: Vincent Bonsignore on Twitter

Feb 2, 2021, 7:27 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

In a podcast interview with Cris Collinsworth and impending free agent Richard Sherman, Raiders coach Jon Gruden hinted at having interest in signing Sherman.

It was basically tampering on Gruden's behalf, as coaches and executives aren't permitted to speak with free agents until two days prior to the start of the new league year, which is in mid-March. But Gruden wasn't biting his tongue. “Richard Sherman, if you are a free agent, which there is a rumor you are, we are looking for an alpha presence in our secondary,” Gruden said. “Somebody that could play this Hawk 3-press technique with the read step. If you’re available and interested, maybe you and I can get together at some point off-air.” The Raiders need secondary help in the worst way and just hired DC Gus Bradley, who coached Sherman in Seattle and will be installing the defense Sherman has played in throughout his career. Turning 33 next month, Sherman isn't expected back in San Francisco.

RELATED: 

Las Vegas Raiders

SOURCE: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports

Feb 3, 2021, 3:30 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

No, do NOT want Sherman. Unless it's a vet min deal.

The Athletic, the Raiders' "preference" is to trade Marcus Mariota rather than Derek Carr.

Mariota is linked to the Patriots in the piece composed by a handful of NFL insiders at The Athletic. Some are thinking Mariota can be the sort of reclamation project Ryan Tannehill was in Tennessee when he ended up taking Mariota's job. Mariota played in one game for the Raiders this past season after Carr was injured early in the first quarter of Week 15 against the Chargers. Mariota was electric in the 30-27 loss, going 17-of-28 for 226 yards and a 1:1 TD:INT mark to go with 88 rushing yards and a second touchdown as a runner. Mariota's biggest problem in the NFL has been his complete inability to stay healthy. It's why the Raiders would prefer to trade him over a reliable Carr.

RELATED: 

Derek Carr

, New England Patriots

SOURCE: The Athletic

Feb 8, 2021, 9:33 PM ET




Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Yeah get some f*cking draft picks we can spend on D# or D# free agents. Line backers & Pass Rushers.

Under our new DC I look forward to seeing how our defense does. Maybe they do just suck and wasted high draft picks on the ones we have. I hope that's not the case.

Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

ESPN's John Clayton reports the Raiders are "very interested" in signing impending free agent JuJu Smith-Schuster.

Smith-Schuster should be regarded as an interesting option for most teams if only because he's recorded 3,726 receiving yards through his first four years in the league and won't turn 25 until November. The Raiders are still an intriguing spot since there's no guarantee Nelson Agholor, who finished second on the team in targets (82) and receiving yards (896), returns in free agency. Hunter Renfrow led Las Vegas in slot rate (63.4%) last year, perhaps creating a logjam at the position, but a loaded roster has never stopped Jon Gruden and Mike Mayock from getting their 'guys.' The Jets have also been linked to Smith-Schuster this offseason.

RELATED: 

Las Vegas Raiders

, New York Jets

SOURCE: Andrew Fillipponi on Twitter

Feb 11, 2021, 12:23 AM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Absolutely not he's a head case & a diva, I want no part of his circus.

Only if it's a SUPER cheap contract!

Indy Star's Jim Ayello reports the Colts received a "pretty firm not available" from the Raiders when checking in on Derek Carr.

Before they traded for Carson Wentz, the Colts called the Raiders about Carr, who has been in the midst of trade discussions for seasons. While both are theoretically on the trade block, it's clear that the Raiders want to trade Marcus Mariota, not Carr this offseason. Analytically, Carr was a top-12 passer last season and has cap hits of just $22.1 million and $19.9 million over the next two years. A team will have to blow the Raiders away with an offer for Carr to be dealt.

RELATED: 

Indianapolis Colts

SOURCE: Jim Ayello on Twitter

Feb 18, 2021, 3:50 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Raiders 2021 NFL mock draft database: 40 different mocks all going defense

Most picked prospects: Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (12), Christian Barmore (5), Micah Parsons (5), Kwity Paye (5), Jaelan Phillips (3), Nick Bolton (2), Zaven Collins (2), Jayson Oweh (2), Gregory Rousseau (2)

Picks by position: Linebacker (21), Edge rusher (13), Defensive tackle (6)

Offense: 0

Defense: 40

https://www.google.com/amp/s/raiderswire.usatoday.com/2021/02/17/raiders-2021-nfl-mock-draft-database-40-different-mocks-all-going-defense/amp/

Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar, Mike Sando and Jayson Jenks report Russell Wilson's camp has broached trade destinations with Seattle to the Dolphins, Jets, Saints and Raiders.

The report also notes that "some people around the league" believe a trade will happen, if not this offseason then sometime in the "near future," and that those close to Wilson feel as though the pillars upon which coach Pete Carroll built his program — namely competition and accountability — are applied selectively, especially as it pertains to himself and his sons. If that truly is the case, Wilson would knowingly waive his no-trade clause to join one of the four teams listed above if only to escape Carroll's reign, which runs through the 2025 season after the organization gifted the 69-year-old an extension late last year. It's still possible this relationship is repaired, but the two sides continue to grow farther apart with every passing day.

RELATED: 

Miami Dolphins

, New York Jets

, New Orleans Saints

, Las Vegas Raiders

SOURCE: Michael Dugar on Twitter

Feb 25, 2021, 10:40 AM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Raiders released WR Tyrell Williams.

Two years into his four-year deal, Williams gets the pink slip after missing all of 2020 with a shoulder injury after posting a 42-651-6 line in his first year with the Silver and Black. Williams was on a first-half tear in 2019, scoring touchdowns seemingly every week before a heel injury sapped his explosiveness. Known as "The Gazelle" in his days with the Chargers because of his big-plays, deep-threat skills, Williams will now be searching for his third team as a 29-year-old. The move saves the Raiders $10.6 million against the cap.

RELATED: 

Las Vegas Raiders



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Raiders have "had talks" about trading RT Trent Brown.

Signed to a four-year, $66 million deal ahead of the 2019 season, Brown has missed 16-of-32 games with the Raiders. He battled complications with COVID and other injuries last year, making just five appearances. GM Mike Mayock suggested after the season Brown would be back, but he's obviously listening to offers. Brown turns 28 next month and is a stud when on the field. He has a $14 million cap number for 2021.

SOURCE: Ian Rapoport on Twitter

Mar 3, 2021, 3:02 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

Yeah, not sure if we do replace him, with *who*?? When he's on the field he's one of the best RT in the League.

Just not on the field enough.....

Depending on the price I would like for us to sign Corey Davis.


ESPN's Dianna Russini reports the Titans won't re-sign Corey Davis or Jonnu Smith. 

It was clear Smith was on his way out of Tennessee when the team didn't use the franchise tag on him. Davis was never likely to return to the Titans, and will now enter free agency as a second-tier option for receiver-needy teams. The 26-year-old former first round draft pick should garner interest from at least a few NFL teams after his best season as a pro. In 2020, he posted a career high in receptions (65), receiving yards (984), and touchdowns (5), operating as the Titans' default No. 1 wideout when A.J. Brown missed time with a knee injury. 

RELATED: 

Jonnu Smith

SOURCE: Dianna Russini on Twitter

Mar 15, 2021, 10:45 AM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free agent OG Kyle Long will visit the Raiders Monday.

Should Long leave Vegas without a deal, he has a visit lined up with the Chiefs next. 32 and coming out of a brief retirement, Long would be a big boost to either AFC West team, as both are completely overhauling their offensive lines. Long battled injuries before taking 2020 off but has experience as both a guard and right tackle. Long made the Pro Bowl each of his first three seasons in the league before injuries started taking their toll.

RELATED: 

Las Vegas Raiders

, Kansas City Chiefs

SOURCE: Adam Schefter on Twitter

Mar 14, 2021, 10:52 PM ET



Sent from my SM-N975U using RealGM mobile app