
Talent drought defines the Raiders’ ongoing slump
Raiders’ struggles are attributed to a chronic lack of talent across the roster, a revolving door of coaches, and shaky personnel moves, with only Maxx Crosby and Brock Bowers standing out; even with the No. 1 pick in 2026 and a splashy free-agent haul, the franchise needs upgrades at the line, defense, and receivers to compete in a tough AFC West.













