None of this should come as a surprise.
I’m not talking about the Raiders’ 0-3 start. That’s only somewhat surprising. (I’ll say this: they’ve certainly the best winless team in the NFL.)
No, I’m referencing the NFL Network report that surfaced Sunday morning that said Raiders coach Jon Gruden has his own scouting staff and that there’s strife amongst the Raiders’ front office as Gruden has effectively quarantined general manager Reggie McKenzie and his scouts.
Per NFL Network: “Gruden essentially has his own staff that helps him judge talent and make decisions — most notably confidant and Director of Football Research Dave Razzano — along with a slew of interns and assistants.