Every season, there are a handful of players that go on to surpass the expectations set for them in training camp. A perfect example from the 2019 season was Darren Waller emerging into one of the league’s best tight ends. Another is Maxx Crosby, who significantly out-performed No. 4 overall pick, Clelin Ferrell.

Today, we are looking at three Raiders who could make a leap this season. So without further ado, let’s get to the breakout candidates:

WR Hunter Renfrow

Despite being a fifth-round pick, Hunter Renfrow emerged as the Raiders’ best and most efficient receiver in 2019. In his final seven games of his rookie season, the former Clemson receiver caught 35 passes for 490 yards and four touchdowns.

While it’s going to be difficult for Renfrow to repeat that type of efficiency, it wouldn’t be a shock if his volume rose dramatically despite some of the additions the Raiders made to their offense this offseason. Bringing in a player like Henry Ruggs III should only help Renfrow underneath and with Derek Carr’s willingness to get rid of the ball quickly, he could become the team’s top passing option behind Waller.

It’s not hard to envision Renfrow catching 4-5 passes a game, especially if the Raiders get into negative game scripts. It’s not out of the realm of possibilities for Renfrow to catch 70 or more passes this season as the team’s top receiver.

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