It goes without saying that edge rusher is easily the biggest need on this Raiders team. Since that is well established, let’s move on to what the next biggest need on the defense.
With the exception of Lamarcus Joyner the Raiders’ free agent additions on defense all the instant impact signings came on offense with Antonio Brown, Trent Brown, and Tyrell Williams.
Joyner has experience at both safety and cornerback, rumors have it he will be the primary nickel corner.
Gareon Conley was finally able to stay healthy and after a slow start showed some promise down the stretch.