Overview
- Klint Kubiak publicly criticized the wide receiver group, saying the team is “still looking” for someone who is accountable and can help on game days.
- The Raiders made only modest moves at receiver in the offseason, signing Jalen Nailor, adding Noah Brown and drafting Malik Benson in Round 6.
- Undrafted rookie Malik Benson showed strong practices and a good first preseason outing but had multiple drops in the most recent preseason game that tempered earlier optimism.
- The team’s deep tight end room led by Brock Bowers is easing some short-term pressure on the passing game but does not replace a clear X/outside receiver.
- With roster cutdowns approaching and top free agents already signed elsewhere, the Raiders are expected to evaluate the waiver wire or veteran options to fill the vacancy.