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Raiders key 2022 free agents still looking for a home

By Brad Weiss

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: (EDITORS NOTE - This image has been converted to black and white) Oakland Raiders helmet is seen on the field after the game between Chicago Bears and Oakland Raiders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 06, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: (EDITORS NOTE - This image has been converted to black and white) Oakland Raiders helmet is seen on the field after the game between Chicago Bears and Oakland Raiders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 06, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) /
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Sep 13, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) runs the ball ahead of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib (94) during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 13, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) runs the ball ahead of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib (94) during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Raiders key 2022 free agents still looking for a home

Defense: Carl Nassib, KJ Wright, Gerald McCoy

Three names that stand out when it comes to the defensive side of the ball are Carl Nassib, KJ Wright, and Gerald McCoy. These are three veteran guys who could help any team going into the 2022 season, and for them to still be free agents is a bit of a shock.

Nassib was given a large contract by the Raiders, and while he never lived up to the price tag, he did have some solid moments. He is a strong edge rusher who could be used in a depth role in 2022 and also give a team a few spot starts throughout the season.

Las Vegas added Wright before the 2022 season, and he appeared in all 17 games, making eight starts. He is also a veteran guy who is a solid locker room presence, so his contributions go far beyond just between the white lines.

Finally, Gerald McCoy is a guy many Raiders fans wanted the team to bring back, especially after a strong summer coming back from injury. Unfortunately, McCoy was injured and put on injured reserve in September of last season, appearing in only one game, so his chances of returning are slim.

However, some team should take a flier on him, as he showed his old explosiveness when healthy last year.

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