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Terrelle Pryor - QB - Raiders

According to the Contra Costa Times, Terrelle Pryor's passes are still "too wobbly and off the mark" to be considered a legitimate threat for the Raiders' starting quarterback job.

Last preseason, we were taken aback a bit by Pryor's woeful accuracy and poor velocity on precision throws, although he can heave it downfield with some power. He's simply not an effective passer. While rookie Tyler Wilson has shined at OTA practices, Pryor has stumbled. Look for Matt Flynn and Wilson to make 2013 starts while Pryor operates as the third-stringer in a baseball cap.
Source: Contra Costa Times
May 20 - 4:16 PM
Brandian Ross - DB - Raiders

The Raiders have converted CB Brandian Ross to free safety.

A 6-foot, 191-pound former undrafted free agent from Youngstown State, Ross will compete for a roster spot behind penciled-in starter Usama Young.
Source: Vic Tafur on Twitter
May 20 - 3:14 PM
Darren McFadden - RB - Raiders

Darren McFadden reportedly looks "energized" and "explosive" at Raiders early OTAs.

Averaging nearly five missed games per year through five NFL seasons, McFadden has all the incentive in the world to stay healthy entering his contract year. We don't doubt McFadden looks explosive in the non-padded practices. Whether Oakland's talent-deficient offensive line can open running lanes will be more critical to the 25-year-old's 2013 fantasy production.
Source: Steve Corkran on Twitter
May 20 - 2:47 PM
Miles Burris - LB - Raiders

Raiders LB Miles Burris is missing time at OTAs after an offseason knee surgery.

It's believed he underwent surgery in January, although the extent of the operation was never revealed. "Scopes" don't usually sideline players for four months. Burris has lost his starting job after Oakland's offseason linebacker signings. A 2012 fourth-round pick, he struggled mightily as a rookie.
Source: Steve Corkran on Twitter
May 20 - 2:25 PM
Taiwan Jones - DB - Raiders

The San Francisco Chronicle's Vic Tafur observed at OTAs that RB-turned-CB Taiwan Jones will face a "steep uphill climb" to make the Raiders' 2013 roster.

Jones has enough size and speed for the transition, but he's a huge project as a third-year player already changing positions. We don't see Jones as a member of Oakland's five-deep at cornerback. He may not even make it to camp.
Source: Vic Tafur on Twitter
May 20 - 1:52 PM
Tony Bergstrom - G - Raiders

Raiders 2012 third-round pick Tony Bergstrom opened OTAs as the team's starting left guard.

A college tackle, Bergstrom was Oakland's first selection in the 2012 draft, where they lacked both first- and second-round picks. He earned just over 100 snaps as a rookie. New OL coach Tony Sparano was reportedly "high" on Bergstrom coming out of Utah. He's giving him the first look to replace Cooper Carlisle.
Source: Vic Tafur on Twitter
May 20 - 1:28 PM
Sio Moore - LB - Raiders

Third-round LB Sio Moore has been lining up at both strong-side and weak-side linebacker in spring workouts.

"His ability to understand multiple positions has been good," coach Dennis Allen said. "He's athletic in space, which was something Philip (Wheeler) was really good at. I think he's got great awareness for the game and he's probably got a little bit more coming off the edge." Explosive off the edge, Moore should force his way onto the field as a rookie.
Source: CSN Bay Area
May 17 - 12:50 PM
Josh Cribbs - WR - Raiders

New Raiders KR Josh Cribbs (meniscus surgery) says he'll be ready "when it’s time to play football."

Cribbs called Jets GM John Idzik's observation that his knee "(wasn't) quite there yet" a "negotiation tactic" before admitting he might not be ready to practice for over a month. Regardless, Cribbs should be ready well in advance of Week 1, and is slotted in as the Raiders' primary return man.
Source: raiders.com
May 17 - 9:49 AM
Tyler Wilson - QB - Raiders

ESPN's Chris Mortensen reported on NFL 32 that fourth-round pick Tyler Wilson made a "very big impression" on Raiders brass during his first week of offseason practices.

Mort suggested Raiders officials believe Wilson "looks a little better than (they) thought" he would. It's a positive early step because Wilson is likely to shine in live, contact situations as well due to his toughness in the pocket. Right now, Wilson is just throwing the ball against air and DBs who can't hit. In terms of being a value pick, Wilson was our favorite quarterback in the 2013 draft.
May 16 - 6:00 PM
Chris Kluwe - P - Raiders

Raiders signed P Chris Kluwe to a one-year, $840,000 contract.

Kluwe's controversial/outspoken nature, mediocre play and $1.45M contract got him ousted from Minnesota. He'll fit right in the with the Raiders, who now have their Shane Lechler replacement at a veteran minimum salary. Kluwe's torn left meniscus is expected to be healed well before camp, where he'll face some competition from Marquette King.
Related: Marquette King
Source: FOX Sports
May 16 - 9:46 AM
Matt McGloin - QB - Raiders

Raiders signed Penn State QB Matt McGloin.

A former walk-on, McGloin turned into a three-year starter for the Nittany Lions, but struggled with accuracy and turnovers before his senior season. An unimposing 6-foot-1, 207 pounds, Joe Paterno's final quarterback shouldn't be more than a camp arm for Oakland.
Source: Vittorio Tafur on Twitter
May 15 - 6:27 PM
Josh Cribbs - WR - Raiders

Raiders agreed to terms with WR/KR Josh Cribbs, formerly of the Browns, on a one-year contract.

Jets GM John Idzik said just yesterday that Cribbs' knee wasn't yet up to snuff coming off meniscus surgery, but the Raiders decided they couldn't wait to sign the return specialist. Going on 30, Cribbs has taken a number of thundering hits over the years, but remained one of the league's best return men last season. Cribbs should see little, if any, time on offense. He's surpassed 200 yards receiving only twice in his eight-year career.
Related: Browns
Source: Profootballtalk on Twitter
May 15 - 3:48 PM
Josh Cribbs - WR - Raiders

Jets GM John Idzik says free agent Josh Cribbs' knee "isn't quite there yet."

The Jets are one of four teams to work Cribbs out and give him a physical in the past week. The fact that Cribbs' knee is still holding up a signing two months after it caused the Cardinals to pass on him isn't exactly a promising sign for his 2013. Cribbs could continue to linger on the open market indefinitely.
Related: Jets
Source: Conor Orr on Twitter
May 14 - 1:28 PM
Andre Holmes - WR - Raiders

Raiders claimed WR Andre Holmes off waivers from the Patriots.

Although Holmes has been cut twice since late November -- first by Dallas and most recently by New England -- he's 6-foot-4, 210 with 4.45 speed and the Raiders need all the talent they can get. He'll compete for a roster spot.
May 14 - 9:49 AM
Jeron Mastrud - TE - Raiders

Raiders signed TE Jeron Mastrud, formerly of the Dolphins.

Mastrud, 25, appeared in 14 games with Miami last season, playing 100 snaps. He wasn't targeted in the passing game and is purely a blocker. The Raiders also claimed WR Andre Holmes off waivers from the Patriots. To make room, Oakland released TE Mickey Shuler and DB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah.
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
May 13 - 6:10 PM

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