The good news is a deep draft class at tackle offers options in the first three rounds. But the longer the Raiders wait, the more the odds shrink of finding a starter.
Vincent Bonsignore
Raiders reporter
Vinny has covered the Raiders extensively in the past, breaking news on their eventual move to Las Vegas and their thwarted return to Los Angeles. Before joining the Review-Journal, he covered the Rams for The Athletic and the Los Angeles Daily News.
Players cited ongoing concerns over COVID-19 for the outcome of the vote, which came after players spent the last two days contemplating their position,
Arden Key started 14 games at defensive end last season, making 15 tackles, including two for loss. Maurice Hurst Jr. started 11 games at tackle, finishing with 27 tackles.
After a series of meetings on Wednesday, the Raiders will sleep on things before taking a vote on whether to participate in OTAs.
NFLPA president JC Tretter and union leaders have begun urging players to avoid OTAs for various reasons, including continued concerns over COVID-19.
Even with the signing of Karl Joseph, the Raiders have needs at the safety position. Two players, Jevon Holland of Oregon and Richie Grant of Central Florida, could be the answer.
MGM Resorts president and CEO Bill Hornbuckle said Saturday the company is working with Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak to open Allegiant Stadium at full capacity this season.
In this week’s Raiders mailbag, fans have questions about acquiring Richard Sherman and the pressure Jon Gruden is feeling to make the playoffs.
To create depth and perhaps fill a starting position, the Raiders have brought back veteran safety Karl Joseph.
The Raiders raised eyebrows with the free-agent addition of Kenyan Drake, but a closer look at his skill set reveals the potential for big returns.
A gunman who killed five people including a prominent doctor in South Carolina was former NFL player Phillip Adams, who killed himself early Thursday, according to a source who was briefed on the investigation.
Additions at running back and wide receiver improved depth and versatility, but massive changes on the offensive line created uncertainty entering the NFL draft.
The Raiders put an emphasis on rebuilding their defensive line in free agency, but the secondary still needs help as they transition to the draft.
Raiders fans are turning their attention to the draft, and with right tackle and free safety two glaring holes, they have questions on who to pick.
Kolton Miller represents the only certainty along the Raiders’ offensive line, but he is confident a plan will come together this season.