Teammates are already raving about Raiders rookie Alex Leatherwood, who has impressed with his power, athletic ability and businesslike approach.
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The Raiders’ defense needed an infusion of leadership as much as talent, and Gus Bradley and Yannick Ngakoue have stepped forcefully into that role.
There is confidence that Andre James will provide adequate play at center and that Denzelle Good, John Simpson and Richie Incognito will be able to handle the guard position.
By now he should have solidified himself as one of the best players on the defensive line in the NFL, not fighting to hold onto the starting job.
Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs added 13 pounds of muscle during an offseason devoted to getting bigger, stronger and more explosive. And it shows.
As much focus as Derek Carr put on leading the offense on the first day of Raiders training camp Wednesday, he couldn’t help but notice what was going on across the line of scrimmage.
Raiders coach Jon Gruden said he believes one of the worst units on his team last year can be a strength in 2021.
If Aaron Rodgers returns to the Green Bay Packers, the ripple effect might be felt all the way to Las Vegas, where Derek Carr was hoping for a reunion with Davante Adams.
The Raiders put rookie linebacker Divine Deablo and veteran cornerback Isaiah Johnson on the physically unable to perform list Sunday, two days before the start of camp.
Improving the pass rush, meshing a rebuilt offensive line, finding a slot cornerback and the development of Henry Ruggs and Cory Littleton headline the team’s to-do list.