Oakland Raiders rookies contributing in a big way in 2019

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – SEPTEMBER 29: Foster Moreau #87 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after making a first down catch during the fourth quarter of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Bobby Ellis/Getty Images) /

Foster Moreau

Foster Moreau has been a pleasant surprise for the Raiders, as he has come up big when needed this season. Not only has Moreau done a great job of blocking, but has been making big-time catches in big moments of the game.

Just like the other rookies, Moreau has made his mark in the last two games against the Colts and Bears. Moreau caught his first touchdown against the Colts in the opening drive of the game on a jump ball in the end zone.

In Week 5, Moreau was a big part in blocking Khalil Mack, especially when they would put two tight ends on him. When the Bears thought the Raiders were going to run, Moreau would find himself open on play-action passes, most noticeably on a third and one on the game-winning drive where Moreau would make a big play to get the Raiders in great field position.

Moreau would also make another big play on third down where he would make a diving catch to get the Raiders within ten yards of the end zone. Although Moreau is not going to have big stat lines, he is going to continue to make big plays when needed, especially when teams focus on Darren Waller. With the lack of receivers, running a two-tight end set with Moreau and Waller has been great for the offense.

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