Breaking: Raiders Closing In On Deal To Sign Ex-Chiefs $4 Million RB As Free Agent
The running back room of the Los Vegas Raiders will appear a little different coming season as Josh Jacobs has moved on to the Green Bay Packers.Although Zamir White is anticipated to start, there ought to be some opposition.
The Raiders acquired Alexander Mattison and selected Dylan Laube this offseason, but according to Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox, the team still needs to add more. He is pressing the organization to sign running back Jerick McKinnon, a former member of the Kansas City Chiefs.
In a May 6 editorial, Knox stated, “Jerick McKinnon would be a logical candidate for a couple of reasons.” “Having played for the opposing Kansas City Chiefs for the previous three seasons, he would bring some divisional familiarity to the table.” In Kansas City, he excelled as a pass-catcher as well, recording 94 receptions in three years.
“Las Vegas would have another option for the third-down role and some insurance in the event that Laube isn’t ready to contribute right away with the addition of McKinnon.”
McKinnon spent the last three seasons with the Chiefs and won two Super Bowl rings in that time. He’s primarily been a receiver out of the backfield and had 512 receiving yards in 2022. He’s 32 now so it remains to be seen how much gas is left in the tank but he would be a cheap option if the Raiders want to add another running back.
Las Vegas Raiders Don’t Need Another 3rd-Down RB
For the Raiders, adding a running back like McKinnon seems a little excessive. Ameer Abdullah, who is more renowned as a receiving back, was already on the team. Abdullah is the player who makes the most sense to take on a heavier workload if Laube needs an additional year to prepare for the NFL.
Though it’s unlikely that McKinnon’s insights into the Chiefs’ operations would have a significant impact, he would offer some knowledge. Additionally, he might want to sign with a team where there isn’t a running back shortage. Although McKinnon is a talented player, the Raiders already have six running backs on the roster, so they won’t have much more need for him in the future.
Dylan Laube Admits to Being Crazy
Although Laube wasn’t a household name before the draft, he is one of the most intriguing prospects. The former standout player from New Hampshire was selected in the sixth round and didn’t see much elite opposition in college.
But he’s thrilled about the chance and prepared to go above and beyond to win over the Raiders and the fans.
“I understand the ardent following, and I’m equally insane,” Laube remarked to Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal on May 4. “I’m going to make it entertaining for the fans with my style of play and my personality, whether I’m in the backfield, the slot, or special teams.
“I’m going to make it so enjoyable for the fans, and I’m going to have a great time out there. I’m going to enjoy the process, but I’m going to do it at 110 percent every single day. Expect a lot from me.”
Laube certainly sounds confident and that could make him standout early on in his NFL career.
