How good can this 2019 Oakland Raiders offense really be?

The Oakland Raiders made a ton of moves to bolster the offensive side of the ball this offseason, but how good could they really be in 2019?

The Oakland Raiders had serious issues on the offensive side of the ball last season, as Derek Carr played behind an inexperienced, and battered offensive line. Two rookies started at the tackle positions, and both of his guards were hurt at one point in the season.

Looking ahead to 2019, this is an offense that could have the biggest turnaround of any collective group in the NFL. The offensive line was kind of rebuilt this offseason, as Kelechi Osemele was traded away, and the team spent big money on New England Patriots left tackle Trent Brown.

With the addition of Richie Incognito, who has done all the right things so far, the starting offensive line in 2019 is vastly improved than the one Carr had to run for his life behind last season. As it stands, second-year tackle Kolton Miller will join Brown at the bookends, with Incognito and Gabe Jackson at the guards.

Rodney Hudson returns as the team’s leader on the offensive line, and is arguably the best center in the NFL.

When you take a look at Carr’s weapons, gone are the days where he had to throw to an inconsistent Amari Cooper, an aging Jordy Nelson, and really have to rely on tight end Jared Cook. There are elite options in the passing game this season, including Antonio Brown and Tyrell Williams, two wideout who should go for over 1,000 yards a piece this season.

Cook will be missed at tight end, that is for sure, but Darren Waller has all the physical attributes to be a legitimate threat. Rookie Hunter Renfrow is perfectly suited to play the slot in Jon Gruden’s offense, and the running back group, led by another rookie in Josh Jacobs, should be another area of increased talent in 2019.

Overall, Carr has a lot of tools to utilize this season, and he is coming off one of his more productive seasons as a pro in terms of yards, and completion percentage. In addition, he is playing in the same offense for the second year in a row, something he has done only one other time in his career, and that led to his magical 2016 season.

If this offensive line can stay healthy, this complete offense has a chance to be really special this upcoming season. Remember, Carr threw for 4,000 yards and completed nearly 70 percent of his passes with really nothing last season, and one can only imagine what he will be able to do with this group of weapons.

Gruden is an offensive genius, and with these kind of players at his disposal, do not be surprised if this Raiders offense takes a giant leap forward this season. Some have even said this is a team that could win ten games if things go right, and for the offensive side of the ball, you can expect it to yield more than just one Pro Bowler, as was the case last season.