3 Potential Surprising Cuts On Raiders Offense

With minicamps completed and training camp quickly approaching, the Las Vegas Raiders are once again focused on reaching the playoffs. The Derek Carr-led offense will be looked at to steer the ship while the new defensive coordinator, Gus Bradley, looks to get the most out of a relatively young defense. Before any of that can take place though, the team will eventually need to trim some of the fat.

Roster cuts are never easy, but there are a few names we could see on the chopping block at the end of Summer that may be a surprise. Today, we’ll take a look at the Raiders’ offense.

There might not be any room for Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones 

Jones was acquired via trade from the Buffalo Bills during the 2019 season. Originally, Jones had hoped to make an impact on a thin wide receiver corps. Unfortunately, the former second-round pick failed to do so.

Off the field, however, Jones bonded with quarterback Derek Carr. The two were constantly seen working on routes and timing at parks in the Las Vegas area. Unfortunately, that work has never transferred to the field. 

Despite another pedestrian performance last season, Jones was re-signed to a one-year, $2.5 million deal. Needless to say, the Silver and Black have an awfully crowded receiver room right now. It’s made up of players with more potential and more past success than what Jones brings to the table. His relationship with Carr and positive work ethic may not be enough to stick around.