AFC West report: Divisional insights before Super Bowl LVI
By Ellen Mathis
Las Vegas Raiders
Much like the Chargers, the Raiders just came off the super fun Pro Bowl (seriously did anyone watch?). I could not stomach it because I do not believe the Chiefs should have been out there. I’ve moved on… to the Olympics? Anyways, back to the Raiders. The Raiders, like the Chargers, had an MVP as well in defensive MVP Maxx Crosby.
🗣 MVP 🗣
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) February 6, 2022
🗣 MVP 🗣
🗣 MVP 🗣 @CrosbyMaxx | #ProBowl pic.twitter.com/epkmlrintj
The Raiders have a real one in that guy.
While the Raiders were busy at the Pro Bowl, their front office was undergoing changes. It feels like the Raiders were undergoing an almost complete rebuild without changing any of their players. The Raiders named Josh McDaniels their head coach and Dave Ziegler their new GM.
“At the end of the day, just excited to get to work.”
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) February 1, 2022
Catching up with GM Dave Ziegler and Head Coach Josh McDaniels on joining the Silver and Black with the newest episode of Upon Further Review 🎙
In addition, they named Champ Kelly assistant GM
Anthony “Champ” Kelly has been named Assistant General Manager of the Las Vegas Raiders.
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) February 2, 2022
Release » https://t.co/Mx34jXZb4n pic.twitter.com/UGX0QGjIaB
The Raiders are hoping to establish a new culture as they head into a very questionable offseason. With the loss of Henry Ruggs III and Damon Arnette, the Raiders are desperately in need of some playmakers. In addition, they probably need some offensive line help. There is, of course, speculation surrounding Derek Carr‘s future. The quarterback might be worth trading for some draft capital if the Raiders can get a good deal. I expect them to be fairly active in trying to fill some of the holes in their roster through free agency.