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5 bold predictions for the Oakland Raiders in 2019

By Jordan Alexis

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 18: A detailed view of Oakland Raiders helmets sitting on the bench during the National Anthem prior to their game against the Atlanta Falcons at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 18, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 18: A detailed view of Oakland Raiders helmets sitting on the bench during the National Anthem prior to their game against the Atlanta Falcons at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 18, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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JACKSONVILLE, FL – OCTOBER 23: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders attempts a pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the game at EverBank Field on October 23, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images)
JACKSONVILLE, FL – OCTOBER 23: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders attempts a pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the game at EverBank Field on October 23, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images) /

Derek Carr throws 35 touchdowns.

The entire offseason was centered around what the Raiders can do to improve the situation around Derek Carr. He had little to work with in 2018, and it resulted in a very lackluster offense with Carr often running for his life.

Now with revamped offensive weapons and improvements on the offensive line, Carr is in position to surpass even his 2016 campaign where he received MVP votes.

We praise the 2016 season, but in reality, Carr never really had the numbers to seriously compete with some of the elite quarterbacks when it comes to MVP or All-Pro voting. However, this season is Carr best chance yet to really put up some eye-popping numbers.

The second year in Gruden’s offense should allow Carr to be more comfortable and efficient, particularly when it comes to the red zone (ranked 22nd). If the Raiders can turn their field goals into touchdowns and be more explosive with the additions of Antonio Brown and Tyrell Williams, then Carr has the opportunity to have a career high in touchdowns.

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