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The Oakland Raiders could look to address a need at running back on Day 2 of the NFL draft.Who could they target at the position? Should they look in Round 2 for a running back?Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Report NFL Analysts Michael Felder and Jonathan Vilma discuss targets for the Raiders at running back in the video above.Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com
These aren’t your momma’s Oakland Raiders. After years of wasting their first-round draft picks on athletes instead of football players, the Raiders made the rare smart choice by selecting Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper fourth overall. It’s the second year in a row general manager Reggie McKenzie has made a pick fans can get behind, and like last year’s No. 5 overall pick Khalil Mack, Cooper is equal parts athlete and football player. The Raiders could have screwed up the pick as they have so many times in the past. They have selected a slew of busts at the top of the ...
The Oakland Raiders have made their decision between picking defensive lineman Leonard Williams and wide receiver Amari Cooper. Cooper was selected as the No. 4 overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft on Thursday night, and he’s the perfect fit for a Raiders team looking to help a young quarterback develop with a high-end, consistent receiving threat. Keep in mind that wideout Rod Streater is on the mend after only playing three games in 2014. We often take injuries for granted because so many players return without showing signs of wear and tear. However, Streater is a burner on the perimeter. Foot surgery for ...
The Oakland Raiders have selected wide receiver Amari Cooper with the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft. Is this the right pick for the Raiders? Will Derek Carr and Cooper be a great tandem for the future? Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Report NFL Analysts Michael Felder and Jonathan Vilma discuss this combo in the video above.Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com
STRENGTHSAn explosive, polished receiver with instant-impact skills, Amari Cooper was college football’s best receiver in 2014. Cooper is a fluid, fast and smart player capable of lining up at any of the three wide receiver spots and giving you production. He’s the best route-runner in this draft class and has the confidence in his feet and hips to break off routes and accelerate away from defenders.Cooper can play underneath, intermediate or deep and gives you versatility in his skill set—meaning he’s scheme-versatile. He’s a complete receiver with production and athleticism. At just 20 years old, Cooper has room to grow ...
The 2015 NFL draft will be the difference between an Oakland Raiders rejuvenation or a prolonged recession. The franchise hasn’t won more than four games since the 2011 season. Reggie McKenzie has the team’s future and possibly his job security on the line in his third year as general manager. On draft days, he had some missteps. D.J. Hayden and Menelik Watson, the top two picks from the 2013 draft, haven’t panned out as expected. However, in the following year McKenzie selected five prospects out of eight who cracked the starting lineup and provided a significant impact on a 2014 season that portrayed ...
It’s time for the final dress rehearsal. The draft is less than 24 hours away and Oakland Raiders fans are anxiously awaiting to find out what general manager Reggie McKenzie will do with the fourth overall pick. Could it be Leonard Williams, Amari Cooper or a trade down? This is the last mock draft and it’s based on realistic predictions, not my personal approach. The idea was to get inside the head of the Raiders’ front office people in the war room. McKenzie has been mum on his draft strategy, but some of the voids on the roster can’t be overlooked. Will the ...
The Oakland Raiders have the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft. Should they draft a wide receiver? Is Amari Cooper or Kevin White the answer for the Raiders? Watch as Adam Lefkoe and former Oakland Raiders wide receiver Tim Brown discuss the Raiders' draft in the video above.Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com
The Oakland Raiders appear to be on the right track despite winning just 11 games over the last three seasons. Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie finally had a full allotment of draft picks in 2014 and ended up drafting five starters—including quarterback Derek Carr and edge player Khalil Mack. The rebuilding process hasn’t always gone well for the Raiders, but they are finally ready for the key third and final phase—a second consecutive successful draft. If the Raiders don’t do well in the 2015 NFL draft, they risk stalling the rebuild entirely. The Raiders are like a classic muscle car that’s been ...
The Oakland Raiders sit at a pivotal No. 4 spot where anything is possible—whether it's a trade, choosing quite possibly the most complete player in the entire draft or drafting for needs throughout. What's almost certain is this draft will be one of the most entertaining between trade rumors and Marcus Mariota's placement—and then there's Chip Kelly. The recent rise and fall of draft stocks make it crucial to put together an inclusive big board for all positions targeted. General manager Reggie McKenzie is known for drafting outside of roster needs. For draft purposes, we'll examine the four positions where the Raiders are ...