Oakland Raiders: Former Players Struggle to Adjust to Life Without Raiders

Last summer, the Oakland Raiders seemed to be doing all the wrong things in free agency.  Raider Nation was shocked when it had found out All-Pro cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha's contract was void.  Former second overall pick Robert Gallery was demanding a contract that was well above his worth while fan favorite tight end Zach Miller bolted after a short visit with Seattle.

Many Raider fans were thinking, "What in the world is going on?"  These guys represented the Raider Nation and Al isn't even trying to re-sign these guys.  Seems like the late Al Davis knew exactly what he was doing, well aware that these players would not do well outside of Oakland.  

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