Justin Smith

Joined: Apr 5, 2016

I've been a Raiders fan for over 20 years, after seeing Bo Jackson for the first time. I live in a small town in Ontario, Canada, and have two young daughters. I love to play sports, the drums, and debate the virtues of Raiders past and present. I also love comedy television and think 30 Rock and Always Sunny In Philadelphia are two of the greatest strokes of genius in media history. I love music and still fondly remember my days as a club DJ a while back. The Raiders are on the upswing for the first time in a long time and I'm excited to be a part of the crew that brings news, opinions, analysis and ideas to the Raider Nation.

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - NOVEMBER 21: Jalen Richard

The Raiders have unearthed several gems in recent years

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 05: Shilique Calhoun

Shilique Calhoun must step up in 2017

Jun 13, 2017; Alameda, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) addresses the media at minicamp press conference at the Raiders practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Notable Quotables: Reaction to the Derek Carr contract

Dec 8, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Oakland Raiders wide receiver Rod Streater (80) runs away from New York Jets inside linebacker David Harris (52) during the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Raiders should sign David Harris

Nov 17, 2013; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Arizona Cardinals linebacker Daryl Washington (58) tries to push Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew (32) out of bounds in the fourth quarter of their game at EverBank Field. The Arizona Cardinals beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 27-14. Mandatory Credit: Phil Sears-USA TODAY Sports

The Raiders should not sign Daryl Washington

Oct 15, 2016; Madison, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Gareon Conley (8) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State won 30-23. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Raiders Draft Grades: What The Experts Are Saying

Sep 13, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) walks off the field after the first half against the St. Louis Rams at the Edward Jones Dome. The Rams defeated the Seahawks 34-31 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Raiders Free Agents Get Their Jersey Numbers

Oct 8, 2016; Tempe, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Eddie Vanderdoes (47) in the second quarter against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Notable Quotables: Raiders Draft Eddie Vanderdoes

Oct 15, 2016; Madison, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Gareon Conley (8) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State won 30-23. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Notable Quotables: Raiders Draft Gareon Conley

Oct 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) warms up before the start of a game against the Carolina Panthers at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports - Oakland Raiders

Beast Mode Returns: Marshawn Lynch To Join Raiders

Nov 21, 2016; Mexico City, MEX; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) and linebacker Khalil Mack (52) celebrate after a NFL International Series game against the Houston Texans at Estadio Azteca. The Raiders defeated the Texans 27-20. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Draft: Reggie McKenzie’s Top 5 Picks for the Raiders

Nov 21, 2016; Mexico City, MEX; Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis reacts before a NFL International Series game against the Houston Texans at Estadio Azteca. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Raiders to Vegas: Reactions from Mark Davis, Libby Schaaf and Others

Jun 15, 2016; Alameda, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr at minicamp press conference at the Raiders practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Relocation: Reaction from Coaches, Players, and Raider Nation

Jan 7, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook (8) in action against the Houston Texans during the AFC Wild Card playoff football game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Connor Cook and E.J. Manuel Will Compete to Improve Backup QB Situation

Oct 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) warms up before the start of a game against the Carolina Panthers at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports - Oakland Raiders

The Latest Updates on Marshawn Lynch

Oct 9, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive back Nickell Robey (21) celebrates the Bills 30-19 win over the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Free Agent Values Still Available For The Oakland Raiders