The Las Vegas Raiders are going through big changes with a new general manager, new staff and a revamped front office.
Despite the potential conflict over the recruiting process, the Raiders are working hard to fill a number of needs in the upcoming offseason. But one difference remains: the quarterback position. The Raiders have many options. They could make a lucrative trade for a valuable talent like Justin Fields, opt to sign an undervalued free agent like Russell Wilson, or gamble on a veteran receiver like Baker Mayfield. Alternatively, they could consider acquiring a lower-risk player like Sam Darnold or Jacoby Brissett in free agency.
Additionally, the possibility of drafting a starting point guard or trade candidate like Jayden Daniels or Aidan O’Connell adds to the difficulty of their decision. However, we advise caution against 35-year-old Kirk Cousins, who is recovering from Achilles surgery, as mentioned in a recent Bleacher Report article. Although the Minnesota Vikings have expressed interest in keeping Cousins ​​despite his injury, the Raiders could make good use of it if they can manage the right center.
But the internal issues must be serious, especially regarding high-priced quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, who was suspended for half of last season. “Even if Cousins ​​is there, the Raiders shouldn’t be considering. He’s a Pro Bowl-caliber quarterback, but he’s still 35 and suffered an Achilles tendon injury. The Raiders signed a veteran quarterback who suffered last season. The brothers are each Although they have played eight seasons in the game (including a 4-4 record, 291.4 passing yards per game, and the third-best quarterback rating of 103.8) – concerns remain about his age and history of pain exposure in Pro Football.
Cousins ​​is expected to sign a two-year, $60 million contract, per Focus (PFF) estimates, fueling financial speculation. Such a short contract could fit the Raiders’ strategy, especially as it would give O’Connell more time to develop If they want to give more time. More importantly, while Cousins ​​presents an intriguing option, the Las Vegas Raiders need to carefully weigh the potential risks and rewards before making a clear move to the field.
