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Raiders fans should be excited about the possibility of DJ Chark

By Alexander Monfreda

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 18: D.J. Chark #17 of the Jacksonville Jaguars looks on before the start of the game against the Detroit Lions at TIAA Bank Field on October 18, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 18: D.J. Chark #17 of the Jacksonville Jaguars looks on before the start of the game against the Detroit Lions at TIAA Bank Field on October 18, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 24: DJ Chark Jr. #17 of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs with the ball while warming up before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 24, 2019, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Silas Walker/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 24: DJ Chark Jr. #17 of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs with the ball while warming up before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 24, 2019, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Silas Walker/Getty Images) /

Raiders fans should be excited about the possibility of DJ Chark

No. 1: Playmaking Ability

If there’s one label that can be put on DJ Chark to summarize his game: Athletic freak.

It’s no secret the Las Vegas Raiders need a playmaker at the wide receiver position; Most notably on the outside. This is Chark’s specialty.

The former LSU star not only comes with a notable 6’4 height, but he also runs an official 4.34 40. In addition to his great height and speed, Chark possesses a great feel for space, especially against zone defense where he settles in cushions nicely.

The footwork has always been there for him and he consistently shows improvement in his route running.

The most important thing about Chark’s game isn’t that he has all the tools, but that he uses them and uses them well. This is why throughout his career he’s averaging 14 yards per catch.

Chark doesn’t only have a great frame and roadrunner speed, but he effectively uses both of these on the deep ball, where he’s a threat to go up and get passes.

The thing that jumps out at you is his ability to adjust and make a play on any type of pass.

Going up and hauling in those deep balls? Check. Footwork to make plays along the sidelines? Check. Locating the ball over his shoulder while using his frame to fight off defenders? Check. Taking a check down and making plays in the open field? Check.

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