CSN Bay Area · Mar 2, 2018
Will Raiders look for present, future offensive tackle help early in NFL Draft?
INDIANAPOLIS – The Raiders built most of their offensive line through free agency. Donald Penn, Kelechi Osemele, Rodney Hudson and Marshall Newhouse were all acquired that way, with Gabe Jackson the only starting home-grown product.
The line has a strong reputation after years of success, one that took a hit during 2017’s offensive downturn.
New head coach Jon Gruden pointed out a weak spot, on the right flank.
“We had some inconsistency at right tackle,” Gruden said at the NFL Scouting Combine. “(Marshall Newhouse) had his moments where he played well, and moments where he obviously struggled.”
