The Las Vegas Raiders have largely struggled in recent seasons, but the lone bright spot has been the defensive line. Maxx Crosby is the obvious anchor, but defensive line coach Rob Leonard has been able to churn the most out of several unexpected players in the group.
Malcolm Koonce's career looked dead in the water until he and Leonard began working together in 2023, and Tyree Wilson also looks ready to break out in Year 3. Others, like Adam Butler, had career revivals under his tutelage, and several young players are on the cusp of breaking through as well.