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sports1 year ago

"Analyzing the Raiders' 2024 NFL Draft Strategy and Potential No. 13 Pick"

The Las Vegas Raiders, holding the No. 13 pick in the 2024 NFL draft, are looking to address roster holes at quarterback, right tackle, and cornerback. Edge rusher Maxx Crosby emphasizes the importance of effort and consistency in potential draft picks. General manager Tom Telesco acknowledges the impact of college transfers and the extra COVID year on evaluating prospects, particularly at the quarterback position. The team may prioritize drafting an elite right tackle to protect a potential left-handed quarterback, or strengthen their defense with a shutdown cornerback.

via ESPN|
#las-vegas-raiders#maxx-crosby#nfl
sports1 year ago

"Las Vegas Raiders' 2024 NFL Draft: Roster, Picks, and Potential Impact Players"

The Las Vegas Raiders are gearing up for the 2024 NFL draft with new leadership in GM Tom Telesco and head coach Antonio Pierce. The team's biggest question revolves around the quarterback position, with Aidan O'Connell and newly signed Gardner Minshew in the mix. The Raiders hold draft picks in every round, including No. 13 in the first round, as they aim to improve their roster and end their playoff drought.

via Yahoo Sports|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#nfl-draft
sports1 year ago

"Raiders Draft: Telesco and Pierce Clash Over QB Strategy"

Reports suggest that Las Vegas Raiders' head coach Antonio Pierce wants to trade up for a quarterback in the NFL draft, while general manager Tom Telesco is leaning towards sticking with second-year quarterback Aidan O’Connell and free-agent signing Gardner Minshew. This apparent difference in approach reflects the typical coach-GM dynamic, with coaches aiming for the best players and GMs focusing on long-term plans. The key will be for Telesco and Pierce to work through their differences and find the best path forward for the team.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#nfl
sports1 year ago

"Raiders' Davante Adams Affirms Commitment: 'This is Where I Want to Be'"

Davante Adams reaffirms his commitment to the Las Vegas Raiders, stating that if he wanted to leave, he would have already done so. Despite previous trade speculation, Adams expressed contentment with new coach Antonio Pierce and offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, emphasizing their positive impact on team morale. Adams' remarks come after Raiders general manager Tom Telesco previously indicated that the star wide receiver wouldn't be traded, solidifying Adams' position within the team.

via ESPN|
#antonio-pierce#davante-adams#las-vegas-raiders
sports1 year ago

"Raiders Offseason: Free Agency Challenges for Telesco and Pierce"

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce and general manager Tom Telesco are preparing for the upcoming NFL free agency period, aiming to build the team with a focus on physicality and fortifying the trenches. The team's approach to re-signing their own players, including running back Josh Jacobs, and potential involvement in free agency will shape the team's future. Telesco acknowledges the need for caution in free agency spending, while Pierce emphasizes the importance of solidifying the offensive and defensive lines. The decisions made in the upcoming free agency period will have a significant impact on the team's direction.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#free-agency#las-vegas-raiders#nfl
sports1 year ago

"Antonio Pierce Urges Raiders to Draft Proven Winner at Quarterback for 2024 Season"

Antonio Pierce, the new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, is looking for a proven winner at quarterback, emphasizing the need for a leader who can face tough challenges in the AFC West. He wants the team's general manager, Tom Telesco, to be aggressive in drafting the next players and is open to the possibility of trading up in the draft. Pierce is focused on finding a quarterback who can be the face of the franchise and has a track record of consistent success, rather than being a "one-hit wonder."

via CBS Sports|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#nfl-draft
sports1 year ago

"Tom Telesco's Approach to Evaluating Quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft"

Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco discussed how the transfer portal and COVID-19 eligibility rules have changed the evaluation process for quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft, indicating that transferring schools is no longer a red flag and that older quarterbacks may bring more experience and maturity to the position. Telesco emphasized the importance of leadership and toughness in evaluating quarterbacks and expressed a preference for more experienced players. The Raiders are expected to target one of the well-experienced quarterbacks as their next starter and the future of the franchise in the upcoming draft.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#ncaa#nfl-draft#quarterbacks
sports1 year ago

Raiders GM Tom Telesco Affirms Davante Adams' Future

Las Vegas Raiders GM Tom Telesco discussed the futures of key offensive players Josh Jacobs and Davante Adams, expressing the team's intention to keep both players in their plans for 2024. Telesco praised Jacobs' contributions and expressed interest in signing him to a contract extension, while also dismissing trade rumors surrounding Adams. He also mentioned considering options at quarterback, relying on free agency due to his first season with the team, and emphasized the importance of scouting players' medical reports at the NFL combine.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#davante-adams#josh-jacobs#las-vegas-raiders
sports1 year ago

"GM Confirms: Davante Adams Staying Put with the Raiders"

Las Vegas Raiders' new general manager, Tom Telesco, has stated that star wide receiver Davante Adams will not be traded, shutting down any potential trade talks. Telesco also expressed a desire to re-sign their own players, including pending free agent running back Josh Jacobs, who had a career-worst season in 2023. The Raiders are looking to bring back Jacobs despite the availability of other running backs in free agency.

via ESPN|
#davante-adams#free-agency#las-vegas-raiders
sports1 year ago

"Raiders' Mark Davis Emphasizes Experience in Hiring Tom Telesco for Roster Control"

Raiders owner Mark Davis cited Tom Telesco's experience as a key factor in hiring him as the team's new General Manager, emphasizing the need for balance alongside a first-time head coach. Despite considering interim G.M. Champ Kelly, the Raiders ultimately opted for Telesco, who previously managed the Chargers' personnel department. With advisors like Marvin Lewis and Tom Coughlin on board, the team aims to build on interim head coach Antonio Pierce's promising start and achieve sustained success.

via NBC Sports|
#champ-kelly#mark-davis#nfl
sports2 years ago

"Raiders Introduce Tom Telesco as New General Manager: Key Insights from Introductory Press Conference"

Las Vegas Raiders introduced Tom Telesco as the new general manager and Antonio Pierce as the head coach in a press conference. Telesco expressed excitement and a sense of responsibility, while Pierce praised Telesco's genuine nature and vision. Telesco emphasized the importance of building the roster according to the head coach's vision and highlighted his track record of identifying talent. Both Telesco and Pierce expressed confidence in their partnership, with Pierce sharing an amusing story from their first meeting.

via Raiders.com|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#nfl
sports2 years ago

"Raiders' New GM Tom Telesco: The Right Fit for the Team"

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis selected Tom Telesco as the team's general manager to work with new coach Antonio Pierce because it was the right fit, despite his discomfort with pairing a rookie coach with a rookie general manager. Telesco, who was previously the Los Angeles Chargers' GM, was introduced alongside Pierce in a joint media conference. Davis also expressed his hope that Champ Kelly, the interim general manager, would remain with the franchise as assistant GM. Telesco and Pierce emphasized the importance of their partnership and their shared goal of building a competitive team.

via ESPN|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#mark-davis
sports2 years ago

"Raiders' New GM Tom Telesco and Coach Antonio Pierce Emphasize Partnership"

Antonio Pierce and Tom Telesco emphasize the importance of their partnership as they take on new roles with the Las Vegas Raiders. The duo expressed their commitment to working together and their shared goal of winning the AFC West and the Super Bowl. Additionally, they discussed their plans for the team's future, including the search for an offensive coordinator and the potential retention of assistant general manager Champ Kelly.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#afc-west#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders
sports2 years ago

"Raiders' Search for Offensive Coordinator: Insights from GM Telesco and HC Pierce"

The Las Vegas Raiders have officially introduced interim head coach Antonio Pierce and former Chargers GM Tom Telesco, who detailed the team's search for an offensive coordinator. Pierce emphasized the need for a coach who can get players to buy in, adjust on the fly, and tailor the style of play to the team's strengths. Telesco echoed the importance of establishing an offensive identity while considering the team's strengths. The Raiders are looking for an OC who can help the team score a minimum of 24 points per game and incorporate a vertical passing game, while also being adaptable to the roster's needs.

via Raiders Wire|
#antonio-pierce#las-vegas-raiders#nfl