It has been a difficult campaign for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Sitting at 2-9 and with a seven-game losing streak hanging over their heads, the Raiders and their fanbase are simply hoping this season comes to a merciful end. Questions are circling almost everywhere from the roster to the coaching staff, and the offseason will likely see sweeping changes.
That being said, the season has not been a total loss. The Raiders have at least identified parts of a long-term core, and the right moves during the offseason can lead to a much brighter long-term outlook.
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, here are three things that the Raiders should be thankful for:
Brock Bowers
While general manager Tom Telesco has had an up-and-down first year on the job, his biggest hit has undoubtedly been the selection of Brock Bowers in the first round of this year’s draft.