The first wave of free agency is over and the Raiders have been very aggressive adding four impact players to the roster, including three on the offensive side of the ball. The Raiders should be feeling an increased sense of urgency especially after Markus Golden — the one pass rusher in whom they had reported interest — chose to sign with the Giants instead.
The Raiders were one of four teams supposedly interest in Golden and it seemed like a natural fit with Brenston Buckner the new defensive line coach in Oakland.