One of the most surprising moves this offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders was the sudden release of running back Kenyan Drake. One of the prized free agent acquisitions of the Jon Gruden and Mike Mayock combine, Drake’s tenure with the Raiders was underwhelming, even if it wasn’t entirely his fault. Despite receiving rave reviews …
Kenyan Drake Landing On His Feet After Raiders Dump Him Read More »
When the Las Vegas Raiders signed Kenyan Drake, they had big plans for him. All that ended earlier this week when the Raiders released him. The Raiders wanted to trade Drake, but nothing ever came of it. As a result, the organization decided that they had seen enough and simply cut ties. Drake himself didn’t …
Will The Las Vegas Raiders Regret Releasing RB Kenyan Drake? Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with Kenyan Drake today. The team signed Drake last season to a lucrative contract, but after failing to live up to expectations, the Raiders have moved on. However, it should be noted that not all of it falls on Drake’s shoulders. New head coach Josh McDaniels and general …
Raiders RB Kenyan Drake Feels He Didn’t Get A Fair Shot Read More »
On a day where there’s been constant breaking NFL news, the Las Vegas Raiders and their brain trust are having a busy day. Earlier today, the team shipped off Nick Mullens to the Minnesota Vikings. Clearly, the Vikings liked what they saw from Mullens and were okay with exchanging a seventh-round pick for his services. …
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The Las Vegas Raiders’ running back, Kenyan Drake, received plenty of praise earlier today as his position coach, Kennedy Polamalu, spoke about the returning player. There were some mixed reactions when the Raiders picked up Drake last offseason. Spending big money on a running back seemed like an unaffordable luxury, especially since the team already …
Raiders RB Kenyan Drake Is A Savvy Vet Says Position Coach Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders have their training camp in full swing right now. Among the players that have a magnifying glass on them are this year’s rookies. Running back Kenyan Drake was one of the veterans to recently heap praise on some of the youngsters. When asked about Zamir White and Dylan Parham, Drake responded …
Raiders RB Kenyan Drake Heaps Praise On Rookies Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders are on their way to having a formidable one-two punch in their offensive backfield. However, the future is uncertain for at least one of those running backs, Josh Jacobs. As most Raiders fans are aware by now, the organization didn’t exercise his fifth-year option earlier this offseason. Some were surprised, but …
Raiders RB Kenyan Drake Supports Josh Jacobs During Uncertain Time Read More »
Last season, the Silver and Black acquired Kenyan Drake, who was expected to give a strong one-two punch alongside Josh Jacobs. During his debut season with the Las Vegas Raiders, he was inconsistent, as there were games where he made an impact and others where he didn’t appear to be on the field at all. …
2022 Outlook For Raiders Players: RB Kenyan Drake Read More »
The Las Vegas Raiders have the most crowded running back room they have ever had. Currently, there are seven running backs on the roster. Two fullbacks as well. Everyone can’t make the cut. Running back by committee for the Raiders General manager Dave Ziegler and head coach Josh McDaniels have come a long way with …
A Closer Look At The Las Vegas Raiders’ Backfield Platoon Read More »
Last offseason, the Las Vegas Raiders signed Kenyan Drake to a two-year, $14.5 million deal. He started the season slowly, but that wasn’t entirely his fault. Jon Gruden’s offense didn’t give him nearly enough opportunities, and the chances he did get were misused. However, after Gruden’s resignation, the offense opened up a bit more, and …
2021 Raiders Rewind: Kenyan Drake’s Promising Year Cut Short Read More »
