Silver Minings: Raiders offense has the 2nd largest cap hit

The Las Vegas Raiders were supposed to be led by their offense last season. Dave Ziegler helped secure deals with players who were expected to become cornerstones.

After a 6-11 finish in 2022 and a disappointing season, Derek Carr and Darren Waller were moved, and fans expected money to be spent on the defense. The front office decided to add more to the offense with the signings of Jakobi Meyers and Jimmy Garppolo. Plus, adding other players such as DeAndre Carter, Austin Hooper, and OJ Howard.

While all these players weren’t expensive, the Raiders didn’t put much into the defense. They signed cheaper players who have not been consistent starters. When added to the roster, Robert Spillane,…