ALAMEDA — As the Raiders continue to work toward a hoped-for agreement with wide reciever Jordy Nelson Thursday, they also were connected with at least three defensive free agents — including one that opted to stay with his original team.
Separate reports have the Raiders visiting with two starters — safety Marcus Gilchrist (Houston) and linebacker Tahir Whitehead (Detroit). Johnathan Joseph, a cornerback, told the Houston Chronicle his choice came down to Houston and the Raiders, but that he chose to remain with the Texans.
Resurgent safety Marcus Gilchrist, who stood out last year with the #Texans, is visiting the #Raiders today, source said.