The Oakland Raiders’ growth phase requires some reflection to make minor tweaks and adjustments—just like any other evolutionary process.
The Raiders coaching staff should address all three phases of the game with three types of changes in mind: schematic, philosophical and personnel.
Here’s a rundown of each concept with an attachment to the corresponding unit.
Philosophical: Don’t Protect Leads, Extend Them
Oakland’s pass defense ranks 31st in the league and allows an average 310 yards per game. In translation, it’s tough to rely on the defense for a stop unless safety Charles Woodson pounces on an interception near the far sideline.