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The Oakland Raiders' 2015 training camp should be especially intriguing. While there are still some starting jobs left to be won, more interesting will be the battles for spots deeper on the roster that are still up for grabs. Oakland finds itself with a lot of young talent at several different positions. These are spots that might be overlooked in training camp and early in the year. But with the unstable nature of the NFL, it's possible that players who might have been seen as no more than reserves or special teamers could suddenly find themselves in positions where the team ...
It’s a disservice to the Oakland Raiders fanbase to portray the roster as one filled with nothing but All-Pro players and Pro Bowlers. Let’s not pretend every position stands as strong as the next. Often we don’t question general managers, head coaches and coordinators because we automatically assume they know what they’re doing, and they do. However, they’re not above making poor personnel decisions. General managers, coaches and coordinators are fired every year. Why? Their decision-making didn’t yield optimal results. The mishandling of the right guard position isn’t a fireable offense, but the talent at the position lags far behind that of every ...
The increased rhythmic vibration in the pulse of Raider Nation signifies the opening of training camp for the Oakland Raiders. Rookies are already working through drills and the veterans check in on Thursday to begin the start of a journey that’s sure to show substantial improvement in the franchise. Friday is the official start of training camp for Jack Del Rio's regime. In the next couple of weeks, observations and developments will come in fast and furious as players work hard to establish their positions and fulfill their roles. Before all the fun begins, we’ll tie in all pertinent aspects to look out ...
This is the heavyweight Internet bout we've all been waiting for: the Oakland Raiders vs. One Direction."'I support the Raiders, said no one ever!" 1D member Harry Styles jawed during a concert in Kansas City on Tuesday night:Oakland was having none of that, though. The team's Twitter account leaped into action by roping in Styles' bandmate, Liam Payne, wearing a—yup—Raiders cap.Here's hoping football fans at the boy band's concerts continue to receive commentary from One Direction.[Vine, Twitter]Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com
The top of the Oakland Raiders' 2013 draft class stands on shaky ground heading into the 2015 NFL season. Most eyeballs will be fixated on cornerback D.J. Hayden (No. 12 overall), but offensive tackle Menelik Watson (No. 42 overall) should also garner moderate expectations. Watson was unable to sustain momentum in his second year after an injury-riddled rookie campaign. Watson played 12 games and started nine in 2014, alternating with offensive tackle Khalif Barnes on the right side of the offensive line: Watson must address two problems during the offseason: hand placement and footwork. Defensive ends were able to get around him on ...
The Oakland Raiders will have their first training camp under new head coach Jack Del Rio this summer.What is the top position battle to watch in Raiders camp?Watch as Adam Lefkoe goes in-depth with Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Chris Simms in the video above.Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com
With the official start of training camp just days away, the Oakland Raiders are on the verge of beginning one of the most important seasons in team history. The Raiders haven't seen a season that ended with a winning record in more than a decade. Since then, every season has been "the season." Every year, Raiders fans have heard that this is the season the team finally turns things around. The difference in 2015 is the hope and optimism have some real substance to back them up. This roster contains more talent and promise than any Oakland roster in years. The question now ...
As we inch closer to the opening of Oakland Raiders' training camp, there are some veteran players in danger of losing their starting positions and roster spots altogether. The outlook of the 2014 and 2015 draft classes are bright, placing tremendous pressure on their experienced counterparts to fulfill expectations for the upcoming season. The Raiders have a handful of players who are on the brink of demotion or elimination pending a poor conclusion to the offseason. The majority of these players are positioned in weak or deep positions, driving in-house competition among teammates to re-establish themselves. Which veteran players are further under the microscope ...
The Oakland Raiders are in the midst of one of the most exciting periods in the team's recent history. Hopes are high, but that’s true every offseason. The difference is that, this year, there’s good reason for it. Much of this is excitement is due to the rebuilt and dangerous-on-paper offense. The Raiders have a running back on the verge of becoming a real impact player, a deep wide receiver corps that combines youth and experience, dangerous tight ends, a solid all-around offensive line and an exciting second-year quarterback to lead the way. Of course, none of that will mean anything if ...
The Oakland Raiders have high expectations in 2015, especially after drafting wide receiver Amari Cooper out of Alabama to help the passing attack. What is the key number surrounding this Raiders squad? Why is it crucial to their success in 2015? Watch as Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Matt Miller discusses the Raiders' upcoming season in the video above. Read more Oakland Raiders news on BleacherReport.com