With the 2018 NFL draft in the records for yet another year, it’s going to be intriguing to see how many prospects prove to be a BOOM, not a bust. The Oakland Raiders selected many prospects with different circumstances coming out of college, but one of the most intriguing recruits is Arden Key, formerly of …
The 2018 Oakland Raiders draft could go down as one of the most historic and polarizing events in the illustrious history of the Silver and Black. From offensive lineman Kolton Miller to wide receiver Marcell Ateman, let’s break down the entire haul of choices made by Reggie McKenzie and Jon Gruden. 1. Maurice Hurst, DT, …
Protect the quarterback. Disrupt the quarterback. Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden’s draft-day intentions focused on exactly just that on Day 1 and 2: Round 1: Offensive tackle Kolton Miller (UCLA) Round 2: Defensive tackle P.J. Hall (Sam Houston State) Round 3: Offensive tackle Brandon Parker (North Carolina A&T) and Edge Arden Key (LSU) And …
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With many other position groups needing aid on the Oakland Raiders roster, it may sound laughable that Oakland should beef up their offensive line, but there is cause for concern. After receiving a massive contract extension, right guard Gabe Jackson saw a decline in production in 2017 following a 2016 season where he didn’t allow …
Oakland Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie would make for a fine high government official. Says very little and, when he does say something, it provides minuscule substance. Now, doesn’t that sound like a prototypical G-Man? Still, McKenzie dropped a hilarious jewel during the Raiders’ pre-draft press conference last Friday about head coach Jon Gruden. “Oh …
Listen to Jon Gruden closely and long enough and one can get a taste of what his Oakland Raiders roster will look like. Or at least, what the head coach wants it to look like. Last week’s NFL owners meetings in Orlando was no different. Gruden pinpointed an issue that plagued the team since it …
The hysteria that is NFL Free Agency is only a few days old and the deals being consumed are like an unstoppable blitzkrieg. Yet the Oakland Raiders are sitting back and waiting for the chips to fall where they may. The regime has been weighing the market while making calculated decisions. Raiders: Free Agency vs. …
Considering this is my first piece of literature for the Raider Ramble, it would be apropos to introduce myself and the format in which my content will enter your brain. My content will be taking the form of what I have dubbed, “The VEGAS Archives”. Basically, I came up with a cheeky acronym to sort players and other ideas by using the letters for the new home of the Raiders. It was indeed on the nose.
And so, it begins. Mock draft season is upon us and, while I jumped into the fray with a satirical look at what the Oakland Raiders may do, this one isn’t intended to purposely draw laughter. (This will, no doubt, elicit chuckles from readers based on who I pegged as the picks). Pick ‘Em: Raiders …
Let the conjecture and speculation begin! The season for predictions is amongst us as a myriad of mock drafts will be available for consumption. What will the Oakland Raiders do with Jon Gruden back in the fold as head coach? Your guess is as good as mine. General manager Reggie McKenzie and his crew will …
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