Over the past few years, the Las Vegas Raiders have attempted a number of franchise-altering transactions, both organizationally and in terms of player personnel, but their efforts have yielded little success. Their lack of consistency, failure to live up to expectations, and unfavorable national headlines have made them hard to take seriously. However, Allegiant Stadium is going to be a flurry of activity this season, particularly with the major addition of Christian Wilkins.
If I may say so, it seems like Silver and Black football is entering a new age. That may sound premature and foolish to say, but considering Vegas’s uncertain quarterback situation, it makes sense. Gardner Minshew was added, but worries about this passin
They may build on their strengths even if it’s doubtful that the personnel issues will be significantly resolved in NFL free agency. This team’s lack of a distinct identity is one of its biggest intangibles. Now that Antonio Pierce, a former Super Bowl-winning linebacker, is the full-time head coach, the Raiders’ defense ought to come to embody “The Raider Way.”
At least, after arriving on Monday with a mission, it appears like new general manager Tom Telesco shares that approach. But did he and the team make the appropriate defensive player investment by spending so much money?
We’ll render a decision and assign a grade about Christian Wilkins’ Raiders contract.
