In Jon Gruden’s first draft back with the Oakland Raiders, he selected edge rusher Arden Key with the 87th overall pick. At the time, it appeared Key would rotate in and out, at the edge rusher and be mentored by Khalil Mack and Bruce Irvin.
Things changed accordingly, as Key started ten games in his rookie campaign after the departures of Mack and Irvin. Key became a starter as the season moved forward, as the Raiders depended heavily on his ability to get after the quarterback. He flashes raw ability and great potential, but struggled closing in on the quarterbacks.