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Oakland Raiders: The Most Talented Team in the NFL?

July 21, 2010   ·     ·   Jump to comments

We could go on and on about the talent level of the Oakland Raiders from year to year, but somehow that "talent" never materializes into victories.
Personally, I think that Chris Johnson and Nnamdi Asomugha is the best CB combo in the NFL. Michael Bush and Darren McFadden COULD be the best running back tandem. (I emphasize could because the Raiders haven't had a coach in seven years.)
Thomas Howard is by far and away the fastest Linebacker in the NFL (possibly ever). He ain't no slouch when it comes to the hitting either (see Darren Sproles). Richard Seymour is so good he can all but guarantee sacks in his first game as a Raider, with no practice time.
Louis Murphy is a cagey, fiery young receiver with a killer instinct and big play ability who made some of the most memorable plays for Oakland in 2009. DHB is possibly the fastest WR in the league, and is constantly getting held by would-be defenders, despite his tendency for dropping passes.
Tyvonn Branch can cause ...

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