Raiders owner Mark Davis has tried several approaches to find the right coach, from hiring the hot-shot coordinator to reaching back into the franchise’s past.
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The Raiders are searching for a general manager to replace Tom Telesco, who was fired by team owner Mark Davis after one season and a 4-13 record.
The Raiders have reached out to three general manager candidates after completing their first set of coaching interviews.
The Raiders added a seventh name to their list of coaching candidates Monday. It’s the second candidate they’ve asked to speak to within their division.
Gareon Conley is a core part of the Raiders’ plans at cornerback. On Friday, he gained company.
Former Detroit Lions LB Tahir Whitehead capped a frenetic Thursday that also included the signing of ex-Packers WR Jordy Nelson and ex-Tampa Bay Bucs RB Doug Martin.
The Raiders reportedly reached a two-year, $4.2 million contract with former Dallas Cowboys fullback Keith Smith. He adds a thumper not only on offense but special teams.
The Raiders have been busy on offense this year. They haven’t forgotten, of course, their defense.
The Raiders have been in discussions with running back Doug Martin for weeks. On Thursday, talk finally turned into action.
The Raiders and WR Jordy Nelson reportedly agreed to a two-year, $15 million contract. His arrival enabled the club to cut WR Michael Crabtree, who was due a $7 million salary.
The Raiders had five exclusive-rights free agents who needed to be tendered before the Wednesday start of the 2018 league year, otherwise expose them to free agency. Kicker Giorgio Tavecchio, safety Erik Harris, defensive end James Cowser, linebacker Shilique Calhoun and guard-tackle Denver Kirkland are expected to sign their one-year deals.
One thing is certain about the Raiders’ tight ends in 2018: They can block.
The Raiders largely took a measured approach Monday and Tuesday amid the free agency frenzy across the NFL. Their pace will pick up Wednesday.
The Raiders agreed to a three-year contract Tuesday with tight end Derek Carrier, a source said. He spent 2017 with the Los Angeles Rams and the previous two years with the Washington Redskins.
