“It’s about time!” is probably what Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden is saying today. It was the first day of OTAs for the Raiders, so Gruden was finally able to meet his players face to face. Gruden has been very vocal about his disdain for the CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) rules that restrict him from any contact with his players over the offseason.
Aside from offensive tackle Donald Penn, Gruden is a complete stranger to the team. A lot of the players have no idea what’s in store for them. They don’t know how they will mesh with Gruden’s personality and the impending heavy workload.