When Jason Campbell went down with an injury midseason, they cashed in all their chips to get Carson Palmer.
At the time of the trade, the thinking was that the Raiders were legit contenders who could not afford to let the loss of one player hinder their chances. The logic was sound, but they will have to deal with the consequences associated with their unconventional ways.
With only a fifth and sixth round pick in the 2012 draft and significant salary cap issues, Oakland needs to be flawless in their decision making from here on out if they want to play up to their standards.
This slideshow will predict the outcome of the Raiders' draft, highlight players that are worth trading up for and discuss free agents that must be targeted.
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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Oakland Raiders
