Nelson returns on a one-year deal after having started every game for the Raiders the past two seasons. After the season he had in 2017, it can be difficult to remember he made the Pro Bowl in 2016 with 5 interceptions. He had just one interception and 5 passed defended last season. You can put it on coaching if you like. But he is also 35 years old and has lost a step.
Joseph has earned some praise this offseason for being around the ball a lot. That’s a refreshing change after a disappointing second season.