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• Coaching Changes: Following a disappointing 2021 season, the Raiders made several coaching changes. Offensive coordinator Greg Olson and defensive coordinator Gus Bradley were both retained, but several other assistant coaches were let go, including special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia.
• Free Agency: The Raiders have been active in free agency, signing several key players to help bolster their roster. Notable signings include defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, linebacker K.J. Wright, and wide receiver John Brown.
• Draft Prospects: The Raiders hold the 17th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and there is much speculation about which players they may target. Some experts predict that the Raiders could look to add a cornerback or a defensive lineman in the first round.
• Contract Extensions: The Raiders recently signed offensive lineman Denzelle Good to a three-year contract extension, ensuring that he will remain with the team through the 2024 season. There has also been speculation about potential contract extensions for quarterback Derek Carr and tight end Darren Waller.
• Offseason Workouts: The Raiders have been conducting offseason workouts, with players reporting to the team facility for organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp. The team has been focused on building team chemistry and working on improving on-field performance.
• Legal Issues: The Raiders have had some off-field issues to deal with, including legal troubles for wide receiver Henry Ruggs III, who was involved in a fatal car accident in 2021. Ruggs was released by the team and faces multiple charges related to the incident.
• Stadium Upgrades: The Raiders have been making upgrades to their home stadium, Allegiant Stadium, including the installation of new lighting and sound systems. The team has also announced plans to build a new team headquarters and practice facility in Henderson, Nevada.
• Preseason Schedule: The Raiders' preseason schedule for 2022 has been released, with the team set to play the Seattle Seahawks, the Los Angeles Rams, the San Francisco 49ers, and the Arizona Cardinals in exhibition games leading up to the regular season.
• Training Camp: The Raiders are set to begin training camp in late July, with players reporting to the team facility in Henderson for preseason workouts and practices. The team will hold joint practices with the Rams and the 49ers during training camp.
• Expectations for 2022: Despite the challenges of the 2021 season, the Raiders are optimistic about their prospects for the upcoming year. Head coach Jon Gruden has expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete for a playoff spot, and the team is expected to be a contender in the AFC West.