The struggles of the offensive line have been an ongoing storyline for the Las Vegas Raiders dating back to OTAs. How the interior starters are configured has been a particular focus, and amid plenty of obstacles through the first three games, it felt like something had to change.
Despite a high level of success playing center in college and solid play at the position as a rookie last season, the current coaching staff clearly does not see Jackson Powers-Johnson as an option to play the position. So, he became the starter at right guard, and a welcome upgrade over Alex Cappa.