Raiders insider throws cold water on recent free agent rumors

© Brian Fluharty-Imagn ImagesEver since quarterback Geno Smith arrived in a trade, much of the speculation surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders revolved around how to improve the team around him.

While tight end Brock Bowers and wide receiver Jakobi Meyers are great starting points, the Raiders lack the depth behind those two options to put together a consistent passing attack. Options such as Stefon Diggs, Amari Cooper and Keenan Allen are all still up for grabs this late in free agency. Smith featured in a viral workout with Diggs, suggesting that the two could link up in Las Vegas to give the Raiders a stable veteran connection.

As good an idea as adding a veteran wide receiver sounds, the…