Underdog Raider headed for ‘make-or-break’ season

© Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesThe Las Vegas Raiders have not exactly been considered a model of stability in recent years, with the franchise on their third head coach and Week One starting quarterback in as many years.

However, one coach that has survived the constant turnover has been defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. Hired to work under then-head coach Josh McDaniels, Graham has seen both him and Antonio Pierce be booted out the door before Pete Carroll came along. It is a testament to how well-regarded Graham is in some football circles, and players on defense have certainly benefitted from his steady tutelage.

One such player has stuck around nearly as long as Graham has, and the time is…