In 2009, the Raiders statistically ranked seventh against the pass, while Tyvon Branch led all defensive backs in tackles. Branch also consistently shut down many of the league's top tight-ends, including Todd Heap, Tony Schefter , and Antonio Gates.

Not too shabby—but the Raiders pass defense rankings may be a little skewed.

Last year, tea...

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