OAKLAND – The Raiders had problems covering tight ends last season. The best on the schedule wreaked havoc. The unheralded caused problems, too.
Martellus Bennett was virtually unstoppable against the Raiders. They practically kick started Gary Barnidge’s career. Tyler Eifert torched the Raiders secondary in the 2015 opener.
The Raiders thought they had the issue rectified in 2015, and it was a non-story this preseason. Tight ends were again a major factor in Sunday’s 35-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Tight ends Jacob Tamme, Austin Hooper and Levine Toilolo got in on the action, combining for 10 catches for 180 yards and a touchdown.