2. C Alex Mack

A common theme in these pieces is the Raiders ignoring their offensive line. The 2009 offensive line for the Raiders was one of the worst in the league as Samson Satele was the team’s starter at center.

There were several quality offensive linemen in the 2009 draft, but none better than center Alex Mack. After dominating at Cal, Mack was the No. 21 pick for the Cleveland Browns. After 11 years in the NFL, Mack continues to be one of the best interior offensive linemen in the NFL as he has made the Pro Bowl in five of the last six seasons.

Mack would have been an instant upgrade for the Raiders in the middle of their offensive line and would have solidified the center position for more than a decade. While interior offensive linemen don’t carry as much value as other positions named in this piece, it’s hard to ignore the consistency and protection Mack provides for quarterbacks.

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