NAPA – P.J. Hall created pressure in the Raiders’ offensive backfield during Tuesday morning’s practice, with Maurice Hurst collapsing in from his left flank.
Jon Gruden was pleased. He singled out both rookie defensive tackles after the play, praising their hustle in making life difficult up front.
Hurst and Hall found a spring in their step, but tried to avoid overt signs of excitement. They simply slapped five and went back to work.
The pair played well in the preseason opener against Detroit. Hall had a sack, a batted pass. Hurst had two quarterback hits.
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