Raiders: 3 areas that could end up being their downfall in 2022

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – SEPTEMBER 13: Offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood #70 of the Las Vegas Raiders stretches during warmups before a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Allegiant Stadium on September 13, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Ravens 33-27 in overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

The Raiders have improved their roster in a big way this offseason, but here are three areas that could end up being their downfall in 2022.

Last season, the Las Vegas Raiders punched their ticket to the playoffs for only the second time since the 2002 NFL season. They did so by navigating a tough schedule on the field, and some incredible hurdles off of it, but used a four-game winning streak to close the regular season to win a Wild Card spot.

In 2022, issues still remain when it comes to the roster, and if they fail to make the playoffs, these areas will be their downfall.

Raiders: 3 areas that could end up being their downfall in 2022

Offensive Line

While Las Vegas made wholesale changes on numerous areas of the roster, the offensive line looks a lot like the one that struggled during the 2021 NFL season. With so many new weapons on offense, getting elite offensive line play will be paramount, but can the group currently assemble accomplish that.

The Raiders have an elite left tackle in Kolton Miller, and Andre James improved down the stretch in his first season at center. The offensive guard spots are up for grabs, as is the right tackle spot, making the offensive line one of the bigger question marks going into the summer months.

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