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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
Raiders are likely going to be lauded for winning free agency which as a Raiders fan is satisfying but equally terrifying seeing how winning free agency rarely translates to winning games. That said they got the best CB and offensive lineman available and added a solid pass rusher and the trenches and secondary translate more to winning than flashy RB/WR signings/trades. Cautiously optimistic that the Raiders may finally get back to the postseason.
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Im really happy with what they have done
to me the difference and teams in the past that have 'won' free agency is that the Raiders are doing it to supplement through all the work Reggie has done with the last few drafts, rather than building a super team through FA
Plus how he is doing the contracts is great, not only have they gotten really good deals but everything is being front loaded, so when Mack and Carr need to get paid it won't be an issue
The only glaring weakness now to me is safety, but it sounds like they are favorites for Weddle (Bruce Irvin is already actively recruiting him)
Once we get that it means the draft suddenly turns in to strengthening by BPA regardless, not trying to fill holes