Oakland Raiders 2015 NFL Draft Grades
By Andrew
Sep 6, 2014; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers linebacker Max Valles (88) causes a fumble by Richmond Spiders quarterback Michael Strauss (3) in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. The Cavaliers won 45-13. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Neiron Ball
With pick 161 in the 5th round of the draft the Raiders select Neiron Ball adding depth at OLB. This was not an expected move perhaps the Raiders are looking at using Ball as a situational pass rusher, as he did have a few sacks last season. Not a good pick based on the fact that he is coming off of injury and could have been taken later in the draft. This pick should have been used to address our secondary.
Grade: D
Max Valles
At this point I am feeling a bit frustrated with the Raiders. Valles addresses our need for a pash rusher he is viewed as very raw but physically he has a high ceiling and could eventually develop into a solid player for the Raiders.
Grade: B