Las Vegas Raiders: 15 most beloved fan favorites in franchise history

Most beloved Raiders of all time: 1. Charles Woodson

Was this ever even a question? Without a doubt, Charles Woodson is the most beloved player to ever play a game for the Silver and Black. Fans have not shown support to any player in the same manner as they have for Woodson over the years. In two separate stints with the franchise, Woodson became the team’s most beloved player with his style of play and leadership.

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The only player to ever win the Heisman Trophy as a defensive player, expectations were high for Woodson coming out of Michigan.

His ball-hawking ability and athleticism made him an incredible cornerback. The Raiders benefited from his presence immediately.

Overall, Woodson spent 11 seasons with the team, with seven seasons with the Green Bay Packers in between his stints in Oakland.

Woodson’s 27 interceptions are only eighth overall in team history, but his statistics don’t tell the whole story of why he is so loved by Raider Nation.

It wasn’t his interceptions or pass breakups, it was his leadership, presence and love for the team. Nobody seemed to love Oakland as much as Woodson did, and that resonated with the fans.

It was easy to see that Woodson loved to be there and that he loved to lead and help the younger guys on the roster. His role in helping the team transition when Derek Carr was drafted was pivotal, he helped the team learn how to win.

If you need any more proof of why Woodson tops this list, watch this.

Woodson voluntarily came back to a bad Raiders team to help them, almost as a thank you for giving him his first chance. A nine-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro, Woodson will surely be a Pro Football Hall of Famer one day and will likely thank Raider Nation during his acceptance speech. Without question, “C-Wood” is the most beloved player in franchise history.