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Raiders: What to take from Dave Ziegler and Josh McDaniels’ talk with the media

By Alexander Monfreda

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 09: Quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders runs off the field after warmups before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Chargers 35-32 in overtime. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 09: Quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders runs off the field after warmups before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Chargers 35-32 in overtime. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images) /
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 31: Stephon Gilmore #9 of the Carolina Panthers looks on during the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 31, 2021, in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) /

Raiders: What to take from David Ziegler and Josh Mcdaniels’ talk with the media

Stephon Gilmore

There have been wildly inconsistent reports regarding Stephon Gilmore and the Las Vegas Raiders. Some have claimed the two sides are nearing a deal, while other sources have expressed doubt, explaining there hasn’t been much communication between the two.

We finally get an answer straight from the horse’s mouth, as McDaniels weighs in on the situation – Nothing substantial has happened with Gilmore.

This may not be what Raider Nation wanted to hear, but there is a positive. After saying this, McDaniels immediately fell back on a follow-up statement; “We look at anything at any position if we thought it would help us. It’s gotta fit on both ends”.

Gilmore certainly helps the Raiders, and seeing the familiarity between him and all his former Patriot buddies now in Las Vegas, the basic criteria of “fitting on both ends” has been met. With that being said, Ziegler has been adamant about patience and not going too far over his prices, which is where the two sides may be far off.

If Gilmore is truly not in the cards, Las Vegas does have backup plans. McDaniels was open about Nate Hobbs’ versatility, and how he will get the chance to compete on the outside, as well. This would only make sense, considering the team signed Cre’von LeBlanc to a future reserves contract before free agency started, who has a lot of starting experience in the slot.

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