One of the biggest things the Las Vegas Raiders’ brass did this offseason to help quarterback Derek Carr was to beef up its running game.
The Raiders added running back Kenyan Drake in free agency. Drake will be a factor as a receiver out of the backfield but he will also help keep starter Josh Jacobs stay fresh. It could pay major dividends in terms of what Drake brings to the Las Vegas offense but also as what a fresher Jacobs brings.
Jacobs had 273 carries and averaged 3.9 yards per carry in 2020 after averaging 4.