Their draft selections of recent years have been boom or bust prospects – all of which busting in pretty spectacular fashion – but this year was different. Also, by admitting defeat with JaMarcus Russell and severing ties with the LSU man (who turned-out to be an extortionately priced burger-disposal unit) and bringing Jason Campbell in from the Redskins to manage an offence that has a few weapons in the short and long games, the board are showing a maturity that is being welcomed by the fans, who were growing tired of the attempted quick-fix solutions.
The new-look Raiders are taking their time to rebuild on solid foundations. They might not set the league alight this year, but they will be capable of challenging for their division over the next three seasons as their continued strengthening on either side of the ball attracts some top-notch experience that will be necessary for the Silver and Black to depose incumbent division toppers, the San Diego Chargers.
This year should see them win around 6-8 games (tops), but that will be a complement to an increased level of competitiveness that will fuel confidence for next season.
Madden may be gone, but the Raiders may be on the road to success…
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