Raiders Sign Former Saints Pro Bowl OL Andrus Peat

Corey Hansford
Corey Hansford
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Nov 5, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints guard Andrus Peat (75) blocks Chicago Bears defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the second half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

One of the goals of the offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders has clearly been to improve on the offensive line. The franchise has already added former Chicago Bears lineman Cody Whitehair while also drafting Jackson Powers-Johnson in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Head coach Antonio Pierce is all about physicality and being on the attack, and that can’t happen without being strong in the trenches. And to that point, the Raiders aren’t done yet as they have made another move to add some depth to their offensive line.

According to Ian Rapaport of NFL Network, the Raiders have added former New Orleans Saints lineman Andrus Peat:

The signing gives the Raiders some depth and versatility along the line. Peat was a three-time Pro Bowler with the Saints from 2018-2020. Overall he started 102 games in New Orleans, primarily at left guard. However, after losing his starting job last season, Peat stepped in at left tackle and started 11 games there for the Saints, more than holding his own and proving he has plenty to offer.

The left side of the Raiders line is pretty set in stone with Kolton Miller at left tackle and Dylan Parham at left guard, along with Andre James returning at center. Right guard and tackle, however, are up in the air, and Peat could play a role in that competition.

Whitehair and Powers-Johnson are expected to fight for that right guard spot, while third-round pick Delmar Glaze could battle with the returning Thayer Munford Jr. at right tackle. Peat could also figure into either competition while providing veteran leadership and mentorship for the younger players.

The Raiders came into this offseason with a purpose, and their moves so far show exactly how they intend to play this upcoming season.

Raiders sign former Chargers wide receiver Jalen Guyton

The Raiders aren’t solely making additions in the trenches, however, as they have also been adding to their receiving core. The team has already added former Dallas Cowboys wideout Michael Gallup, but they made another signing in former Los Angeles Chargers receiver Jalen Guyton.

Guyton is a bit more of a deep threat, capable of stretching defenses. He is a decent depth piece as the team already has Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers as well as second-year receiver Tre Tucker who is expected to have a larger role as well.

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Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.