Checking in on Oakland Raiders’ Biggest Project Players

Oakland Raiders head coach Jack Del Rio has been purposely tight-lipped about disclosing his standouts during OTAs, but there are some insightful tidbits about developing project players in Alameda.

Wide receiver Amari Cooper and tight end Clive Walford have defined roles and early expectations at their prospective positions. What about draftees and fringe players who are transitioning or considered low-risk, high-reward pickups? Have their roles been defined? Do they have a legitimate shot to make the final 53-man roster?

We’ll answer some of those poignant questions about five players who are in undefined roles or seeking to solidify a roster spot as developmental talent.

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