With just a month until free agency opens, we check in on the Raiders wide receiver position to give it a condition of either Strong, Stable, Unstable, Serious, or Critical.
Starters: Darren Waller, Foster Moreau
Backups: Derek Carrier
Free agents: Eric Tomlinson
Waller was the story of the Raiders last season. From his inspiring story of overcoming substance abuse that was detailed on HBO’s Hard Knocks to his outstanding season in which he put up the second-most receiving yards (1145) by any tight end in Raiders history.
Moreau was an under the radar pick in the fourth round rookie who showed himself to be more than just a blocking tight end. He had 25 catches for 147 yards and 5 touchdowns before being placed on injured reserve after week 14.
Carrier had 13 catches for 108 yards and a touchdown. That’s not much, but he’s the third option, so not much is expected. He is also proficient as a blocker.
Condition: Strong
Waller is a bonafide star at the tight end position. He would have gone to the Pro Bowl in as an alternate had he not had offseason thumb surgery. The team locked up the 27-year-old midway through the season on a long term deal.
Moreau is an ideal second tight end who has a solid all-around game. He and Waller have the makings of a great one-two punch for the next few years. The Raiders could probably upgrade from Carrier, but it isn’t vital. They could go into next season with this trio and be just fine. Another battle for that third tight end spot in camp should be plenty.
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