3 Sneaky Free Agent Moves Raiders Can Still Make Before 2019 Season
By Charles Nason
After the Oakland Raiders made a trade back in March for former Steelers superstar Antonio Brown, they made it clear they were ready to make moves in the offseason.
Still trying to bounce back from their miserable 2018 campaign, in which they finished with a brutal 4-12 record, there are still plenty of available players that the Raiders could sign to give their roster the improvement it needs. Here are three sneaky free agent signings the Raiders can still make before the start of the 2019 season.
1. Gerald McCoy, DT
Free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy is still looking for a landing spot for next season. Although there's a long list of teams looking to add him to their roster, there is a possibility he could land with the Raiders. In a loaded depth chart of defensive linemen, McCoy would add elements of speed and skill to a Raiders defensive line that desperately needs improvement.
2. Darren Sproles, RB
Even though Sproles hasn't made it clear whether or not he will return for the 2019 season, it could make sense for the Raiders to try and sign him in the event that he does come back. After losing recent signee Isaiah Crowell to a season-ending Achilles injury, the Raiders aren't exactly stacked at the RB position. The experience and talent of the 35 year old could be perfect for the rebuilding Raiders.
3. Eric Berry, S
Eric Berry is another NFL veteran looking for a destination for the 2019 season. Despite the Raiders taking Jonathan Abram in this year's draft, they still lack significant experience in the secondary. Although Berry has had limited playing time over the past two seasons due to injuries, this year could be where he makes a fully healthy comeback. On a team that needs leadership and experience, Berry could be a perfect fit.