Raiders Target Veterans for Roster Boost

0:00On April 2-8, Raiders wrapped up their draft picks, but they're still staring down some big holes on the roster, especially up front on the line, and at receiver. Teams across the league are doing the same right now, circling back to free agents for depth and competition. Plenty of solid vets remain unsigned, and a few could slide right into Las Vegas to boost the squad. Top of the list is the Fence Attackle DJ Reader, a 32-year-old runstuffer who was elite back in March. Ride Tackle Jack Conklin, 31, brings two-time all-pro chops despite some injury bumps. And wide-out Jawan Jennings, just 28, that six-foot-three frame could be gone quick if they don't move fast. Meanwhile, Debel Samuel at 30 has steady numbers, topping 730 yards and four scores a year lately, better than anyone the Raiders, have now. Limebacker Bobby Okareki, 29, racks up over 130 tackles plus picks. Imagine him as a third option. Vets like DT Dayquan Jones and OT Kelvin Beacham

1:02at starter experience even in their mid-30s. Fans are buzzing about grabbing a big name like Six-Time Pro Bowl or Keenan Allen, 34, for that QB blanket, or Hall of Fame-bound Bobby. Wagner, 35, fresh off his 10th Pro Bowl with insane reliability. These guys could plug gaps fast, but injury histories and age mean the Raiders got away the risks. Word is, if Oakland's front office hustles, they snag one or two before training camp heats up, turning those draft questions into real contention. Keep an eye on who bites first. That wraps NFL News Today, brought to you with AI.