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Raiders GM Dave Ziegler Will Regret Letting Derek Carr Walk

2022 Rewind: 3 Raiders That Dave Ziegler Will Regret Letting Go

One of the inevitable realities of the NFL is that teams cut players every season. Some end up being stars elsewhere—something that Raiders fans are used to seeing. Other players are cut based on their performances and never play again. As far as the Silver and Black goes, they’ve experienced significant turnover since the 2022 season concluded. With that said, here are three players that general manager Dave Ziegler will regret cutting in 2023.

Raiders WR battle? Hunter Renfrow and Jakobi Meyers are primed to duke it out.

Hunter Renfrow or Jakobi Meyers: Who Will Be The No. 2 WR For The Las Vegas Raiders?

There are always tantalizing position battles to monitor during NFL training camp. When the Las Vegas Raiders start camp in July, there’ll be one position worth monitoring: the second wide receiver slot. Davante Adams will obviously be the de facto WR1 on the roster; that’s not breaking news. The battle we’re referring to will be …

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2023 NFL Draft or Raiders Free Agency? Gm Dave Ziegler has options - Darren Waller

Addressing 3 Biggest Offseason Flops By Raiders GM Dave Ziegler: QBs, Darren Waller, And More

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

This isn’t easy, but let’s look at the three biggest flops this offseason under Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler.

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Josh McDaniels At Bottom Of Head Coach Rankings

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

The 33rd Team, a media company covering the NFL, produced its 2023 head coach power rankings. The author of the list, former NFL offensive lineman Ross Tucker, did not rank the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders particularly high. Josh McDaniels landed at the 29th position, and yes, that is out of 32 possible …

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Are The Raiders Really Going To Pay Josh Jacobs?

Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

Pro Bowl running back Josh Jacobs is holding out from off-season activities with the Las Vegas Raiders as a result of receiving the franchise tag this year. Reports indicated that Jacobs was seeking an extension from Las Vegas, with no desire to receive the franchise tag. Jacobs has all but confirmed those reports by not …

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A Hard Truth: Davante Adams Might Not Be With The Raiders After 2023

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

Davante Adams came to the Las Vegas Raiders to win a Super Bowl and play with Derek Carr. Neither is going to happen anytime soon. That being said, given the well-documented past of the “Patriot Way,” will Adams still be with the Silver and Black after 2023?

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Grading 2023 Raiders Draft Class: The QB Hunter, DE Tyree “The Nightmare” Wilson

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

The list of needs for the Las Vegas Raiders was endless entering the 2023 NFL Draft. The Raiders’ defense specifically needed help at cornerback, linebacker, safety, defensive tackle, and defensive end – and that’s not even including offensive needs. During the days leading up to the draft, many analysts projected the Raiders to make a …

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It Wouldn’t Be A Raiders Draft Without Head Scratching Selections In Days 2 And 3

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

The Las Vegas Raiders made a strong choice in the first round, selecting Texas Tech defensive end Tyree Wilson. Wilson was described by CBS Sports analyst Chris Simms as having “superstar potential,” similar to Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett. After such a strong pick in the first round, Raiders fans were hopeful that they …

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Raiders GM Dave Ziegler could be looking at a long-term replacement for Chandler Jones - plus Divine Deablo

NFL Draft: 3 Options Dave Ziegler Should Consider To Replace Chandler Jones

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

If Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler is looking to replace defensive end Chandler Jones, there are many EDGE rushers in the 2023 NFL Draft that could fill in.

NFL Mock Draft: Raiders GM Dave Ziegler builds his D-line

Raiders Have Quite The Draft Conundrum: Defense Or QB?

Las Vegas Raiders / By Brendan D.

The 2023 NFL Draft will be a defining moment in Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler’s career. There is a short time frame, specifically for superstars Maxx Crosby and Davante Adams, who are at the peak of their physical primes, but they will not be in “Sin City” forever. The defense needs playmakers, but …

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