Tag: Jon Gruden

Raiders Rumors: Jon Gruden And Khalil Mack ‘Haven’t Spoken’ Since January

With veteran players reporting to Napa Valley Marriott on Thursday, training camp is officially on the periphery for the Oakland Raiders. The team holds its first full-team practice on Friday, albeit without pads. One notable omission that won't be participating…

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Derrick Johnson Making Strong Impression On Raiders Teammates, Head Coach Jon Gruden

The Oakland Raiders entered the offseason with lingering questions at the middle linebacker position. After initial contract discussions with midseason acquisition NaVorro Bowman stalled, the organization turned its attention elsewhere on the free agent market. The Raiders, seeking a veteran…

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Raiders News: Martavis Bryant Ready To Do ‘Whatever’ Jon Gruden ‘Needs Me To Do’

During the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the Oakland Raiders made the unexpected move to acquire Martavis Bryant from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Since then, he has quickly immersed himself into the fold with his new team during the…

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Raiders News: Jared Cook Says Jon Gruden ‘Definitely Has Guys Buying In’

The Oakland Raiders have undergone many changes this offseason to their coaching staff with new head coach Jon Gruden. In his return, he has made a notable impact on the franchise with how things have been run in the offseason.…

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Raiders News: Jon Gruden Views Derrick Johnson As ‘Big-Time’ Addition

In the weeks leading into organized team activities, the Oakland Raiders made several key additions by bringing aboard a handful of proven veterans. This has further beefed up the defensive side of the ball. Among them was Derrick Johnson on a…

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NFL News: Jon Gruden Says Raiders ‘Very Pleased’ With Doug Martin

One of the many proven veteran players that the Oakland Raiders brought aboard this offseason was Doug Martin on a one-year deal. His arrival has brought many questions in terms of what his role will be within the offense behind…

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Raiders News: Jon Gruden Wants To Make Amari Cooper ‘Main Vain’ In Passing Game

Since his arrival to the Oakland Raiders, head coach Jon Gruden has continued to emphasize the importance of implementing Amari Cooper in the offensive game plan. Cooper is coming off a disappointing 2017 NFL season that was marred by injury and…

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NFL News: Amari Cooper Says Jon Gruden Brings ‘Excitement’ To Raiders

The arrival of Jon Gruden as the next head coach for the Oakland Raiders has brought an entirely new buzz and energy to the team. It has presented a strong level of optimism that the franchise can push forward toward…

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Raiders Rumors: Derek Carr ‘To Be Coached Hard’ By Jon Gruden During 2018 NFL Season

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has established himself as one of the top young quarterbacks through his first four seasons in the league. However, he experienced a notable drop-off in production in the 2017 NFL season that contributed to the team's…

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Raiders News: Jon Gruden Needs Amari Cooper To Be ‘The Player He Was The First Two Years’

The 2017 NFL season was a letdown for the Oakland Raiders as they missed the postseason despite an encouraging 2016. After the poor finish, the Raiders managed to lure Jon Gruden out of the broadcasting booth and onto their sideline.…

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