There are a few routes the Las Vegas Raiders can take to attempt and get a quarterback, but the majority will be expensive. Obtaining one of the top talents will be challenging because the squad doesn’t draft until No. 13 in the first round.
The Raiders may look to the trade market if they want to take a chance on a young quarterback with upside without having to give up a lot of future assets. Wide receiver Davante Adams, defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, quarterback Sam Howell, and a 2024 second-round pick (No. 40 overall) are sent to the Washington Commanders in a deal arranged by Alex Ballentine.
In a column published on February 7, Ballentine stated, “Howell threw 21 interceptions this season, but he was also playing in a pass-happy offense and playing behind an offensive line that allowed him to be sacked 65 times.” “The Raiders should give it a try to let him challenge Aidan O’Connell for the starting role in 2024 because there is enough potential there.
However, bringing in Jonathan Allen would be the true benefit of this transaction. The Raiders could have a strong pass rush in the upcoming campaign. Maxx Crosby just finished a season as an All-Pro. After Antonio Pierce came over as head coach, Malcolm Koonce got six sacks, and Tyree Wilson ought to improve in his sophomore campaign.
This would be a good haul if Adams were traded by the Raiders. Allen, a two-time Pro Bowler, would provide depth to a desperate situation. Although he did have some moments, Howell finished last season as the NFL’s leading interceptor. This is probably among the better packages the Raiders might acquire in exchange for Adams.
Questionable Davante Adams Is Traded
It’s probably overdone to speculate about a Davante Adams move. The team recruited Antonio Pierce as head coach because of his endorsement. Additionally, they brought on Luke Getsy, who was Adams’ position coach with the Green Bay Packers, as offensive coordinator.
Adams hasn’t indicated that he would like to be traded. He now has what he wants from the Raiders, and the Commanders are no closer to contesting. An Adams deal only makes sense if Tom Telesco, the team’s new general manager, feels the team should become younger and wants to acquire pieces for the talented wide receiver before he becomes unusable.
Las Vegas Raiders Will Target Quarterback with “Aggression”
Although Aidan O’Connell, a fourth-round pick, showed potential in his rookie year, it doesn’t seem the Raiders regard him as a franchise quarterback. Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network have reported that the team intends to make every effort to acquire a new quarterback.
In a blog published on February 11, Rapoport, Pelissero, and Garafolo stated, “New head coach Antonio Pierce wants to be aggressive in landing a new QB, and owner Mark Davis grilled GM candidates during the search process on how to trade up from No. 13 to get one.”
Additionally, owner Mark Davis expressed his high regard for quarterbacks.
Since the quarterback is perhaps the most significant player on the field, you must inquire about the general manager’s vision. It’s a crucial question, Davis stated to NFL.com.
It is certain that the Raiders will investigate quarterback possibilities this summer, but it is unclear if they will be satisfied with their findings.