The Vegas Nation crew discuss what linebacker Cory Littleton brings to the table as a Raider and why the team went after him in free agency. Sunday was also the final day before the pads come on. To beat the Vegas heat the Raiders have installed a new cold unit near the practice fields.
The Raiders made changes to their active roster and practice squad including waiving safety D.J. Swearinger and moving cornerback Daryl Worley back to play safety.
Three weeks in a row the Raiders have taken a loss by a huge deficit. Sunday’s loss to the Tennessee Titans all but ends the Raiders chances of securing a wildcard spot in the AFC Playoffs in a season filled with many highs and lows.
The Tennessee Titans are ranked above the Raiders in the AFC Wildcard standings and with a win this Sunday the team will put themselves in a better position for post season play.
Raiders defensive back LaMarcus Joyner will be active on Sunday after missing a few games due to a groin injury however offensive tackle Trent Brown will be listed as questionable.
Raiders defensive coordinator Paul Guenther hopes to play cornerback Isaiah Johnson in Johnson’s first game back from IR. Quarterback Derek Carr said he is glad to have wide receiver Tyrell Williams to throw to.
The Raiders hosted their only media availability on Tuesday as the team prepares to take on Joey Bosa and the Los Angeles Chargers.
