It was an up and down first year in Silver and Black for JC. The man tapped to wash the stench of JaMarcus off of the franchise found it tough to overcome Tom Cable’s affinity for Bruce Gradkowski. By season’s end Campbell proved to be not only the best option but the healthiest as well.

Campbell’s ability to sell play-action better used car salesmen flip  Honda Civics was among the most useful weapons in Hue Jackson’s offensive arsenal. While he still clutches onto the rock far too long, JC is the workaholic leader this franchise has so badly needed at QB. This could be the most pivotal year of Campbell’s career. If he can get his team into the postseason he’ll undoubtedly be given a new contract. Another up and down year could mean he might be seeking employment elsewhere once again.

Campbell’s Stock Rating: B
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2nd Round- Ras-I-Dowling, CB from Virginia
3rd Round- Orlando Franklin, OT from Miami
4th Round- Ryan Bartholomew, C from Syracuse
5th Round- Mario Fannin, RB from Auburn
6th Round- Virgil Green, TE from Nevada
7th Round- TJ Yates, QB from North Carolina

Overall, they have the Raiders addressing some of the areas in which immediate help is needed. While I can’t agree with all of the selections, there are a couple that I love.
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