Q stresses the importance of forcing turnovers, pointing to 2024's statistical leaders in the NFL, showing a consistent theme among the top teams: they all made it to the playoffs or the Superbowl. Joel Corry (Former NFL Agent/CBS Sports) shares his expertise on NFL contracts and what the process is for 2nd round draft picks, including the Raiders WR Jack Bech, who has yet to officially sign a deal.
RaiderNation - With the Raiders having an emphasis on the ball, all about getting the ball, who will lead the team in interceptions, and with how many? Speaking of getting to the ball, the Raiders added another piece to their defense in former Bengals LB, Germaine Pratt. What does that mean for the Silver & Black?
We hear from LT Kolton Miller during today's Mandatory Minicamp to get his thoughts on the O-line, the Raiders rookie class, and what he wants to accomplish with the team this season. RaiderNation - Which player or players are you most excited to see develop under Head Coach Pete Carroll? Q says Pola-Mao on defense and Donte Thornton on offense. We caught up with ST Coach Tom McMahon at minicamp today, to hear what's he's working on with his Special Teams rooms, from the Daniel Carlson and AJ Co...
Ari Meirov (The33rdTeam.com) gives us a look at what's happening in the NFL this week, from the start of Mandatory Minicamps around the league today, to the latest news and storylines. Lincoln Kennedy (Raiders Color Analyst) is back with us to talk about the Raiders O-line and what he wants to see from them during Mandatory Minicamp this week and as they prepare for the season.
RaiderNation - Which player or players are you most excited to see develop under Head Coach Pete Carroll? Q says Pola-Mao on defense and Donte Thornton on offense. Ed Graney (LV Review Journal/Espn Las Vegas) tells us what he saw and who stood out to him on day 1 of Raiders Mandatory Minicamp, and the direction of the team so far in the offseason.
Justin Melo (The Draft Network) comes by with his piece on why the Raiders should sign Jaire Alexander, and shares his thoughts on the fierce competition among the players, ahead of the upcoming season. We hear from LBs Coach, John Glenn during Raiders practice last week, and get an idea of what he's got cooking for the LBs room and the defense in the Raiders upcoming season.
RaiderNation - What is it you're looking for or want to hear about from Raiders Mandatory Mini Camp? And, should the team take any interest in CB Jaire Alexander or LB Germaine Pratt, as both were released today? Cody Benjamin (CBS Sports - NFL) drops by with his article on the Raiders as a potential landing spot for Tyreek Hill, Jalen Ramsey, or Jaire Alexander, and explains his reasons why.
RaiderNation - What is it you're looking for or want to hear about from Mandatory Mini Camp? Also, should the Raiders have any interest in CB Jaire Alexander or LB Germaine Pratt, both of whom were released today? Adam Hill (LV Review Journal/Espn Las Vegas) gives us his insight on the Raiders offseason so far, and tells us what he's hoping to see during Mandatory Mini Camp over the next 3 days.
Adam Caplan (SiriusXM - NFL Insider) shares his thoughts on the Raiders upcoming season, including how the offense will perform under Chip Kelly, and gives us a look at some news around the NFL. We get more feedback from RaiderNation on possible interest in Tyreek Hill, Jalen Ramsey, or Jaire Alexander and have more fun with the idea of finding a laptop and immediately being able to tell it is owned by a Raiders fan.
Should the Raiders take any interest in a trade for Tyreek Hill, Jalen Ramsey, or Jaire Alexander in the near future? We discuss the direction of the team under Pete Carroll and Chip Kelly, and what we can expect from what seems like it should be a solid offense in the upcoming season. RaiderNation - If you were to find a laptop and open it, what would be an immediate indicator that it must be owned by a Raiders fan?
RaiderNation - Any interest in a trade for Tyreek Hill, Jalen Ramsey, or Jaire Alexander? You find a laptop, open it, and immediately can tell it's owned by a Raiders fan; what confirmed that for you? Ryan Hoag (Former Raiders WR/2003 Mr. Irrelevant) weighs in on the Raiders offseason and Pete Carroll's influence on the culture, as the team prepares for Mandatory Minicamp next week.
Callie Lawson-Freeman (LV Review Journal - Aces/UNLV) checks in with the latest on the LV Aces, who have started to click after a slow start, and gives us a look into some news from around the WNBA. Q and RaiderNation discuss what the Raiders could do in the upcoming season and revisit the Geno Smith topic; what we believe the ceiling is for Geno Smith and what, if any, concerns we have about his game.
Vinny Bonsignore (LV Review Journal/RNR 920) tells us what he's been seeing during Raiders OTAs and shares his thoughts on the new look coaching staff and roster, including Geno and the offensive line. Greg Auman (Fox Sports - NFL/Bucs) gives us a look at news from around the NFL, including some QB talk, and shares some knowledge on GM John Spytek, from his many years covering the Bucs.
RaiderNation - What do you believe is the ceiling for Geno Smith as the Raiders starting QB? What are you most concerned about with his game? Mina Kimes (Espn - NFL) joins us with her insight on Geno Smith and what he, along with Pete Carroll and an upgraded offense, will be able to bring to the Raiders in the upcoming season.
Paul Gutierrez (Raiders.com) talks about his piece on Jakobi Meyers and what we could see from him in the upcoming season, and shares his takeaways from this week's Raiders OTAs that will conclude tomorrow. We hear from recently acquired veteran LB, Elandon Roberts, during today's Raiders practice, on what he will be bringing to this team and the culture in the upcoming season.
We get more feedback from RaiderNation on what they think would need to happen for the Raiders to be a legit playoff threat in 2025. Q wants the team to hit the ground running and beat the other AFC West teams. Mike Clay (Espn Senior NFL Writer) joins us to discuss his piece on NFL rookie stat projections, including 2 Raiders that made the list, and shares his thoughts on other standouts from this year's rookie class.
RaiderNation - What would you need to happen in your opinion for the Raiders to be a legit playoff threat in 2025? Q says the team needs to get off to a fast start and win early. David Helman (Fox Sports) comes through to break down his articles on all NFL teams' supporting casts and his 18 potential playoff contenders who didn't make it last season, with a focus on the Raiders.
Willie Ramirez (WGRamirez.com) stops by to talk WNBA and the LV Aces, as the team is starting to gel, and shares his experiences dealing with depression and his wisdom on spreading awareness on mental health. RaiderNation - We're all fired up for Jeanty and the offense this season, but is there any area of his game that concerns you or that you feel could be his biggest challenge as a rookie?
RaiderNation - We know what Ashton Jeanty can do, and we are all fired up about the offense going through him, but is there any area of his game that concerns you or that you feel will be the biggest challenge for him as a rookie? John McClain (HoustonTexans.com) comes by with his insight around the league as OTAs begin to wind down for many NFL teams, and his thoughts on the Raiders and Ashton Jeanty. Tashan Reed (The Athletic - Raiders) joins us to talk Raiders, as they wrap up this phase of O...
Long-time Sports Personality John Brenkus, who passed away over the weekend, shared his story of overcoming depression and the importance of seeking help before it's too late. We hear from Raiders O-line Coach, Brennan Carroll, during practice last week and get his thoughts on the direction of the offensive line and what he's working on for the upcoming season.
