Oakland Raiders: Week 1 53-man roster projection v.3

By Sanjit T. | Aug 18, 2019

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 15: Tight end Derek Carrier #85 of the Oakland Raiders celebrates with Derek Carr #4 after scoring on a two yard touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of the NFL preseason game at State Farm Stadium on August 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

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CINCINNATI, OH – DECEMBER 16: Darren Waller #83 of the Oakland Raiders slips out of a tackle by Jessie Bates #30 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter at Paul Brown Stadium on December 16, 2018 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by John Grieshop/Getty Images) /

Tight End (3): Darren Waller, Foster Moreau, Derek Carrier

Darren Waller is locked in as the starter for Oakland at the tight end position. He’s been a pain for defenders to cover. If you put a linebacker on him, they’re often too slow, and if you put a corner on him, they’re usually too small.

Foster Moreau and Derek Carrier have really been impressive as well. Carrier caught a really nice touchdown against the Cardinals, and the rookie Foster Moreau has been blocking really nicely.

Overall, I can see Gruden keeping three tight ends, possibly even four. If he chooses to keep a fourth, it will be Luke Willson, who has shown a ton of potential.

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