Oakland Raiders: Protecting the Blind Side Will Be Key For Playoff Run

There is no doubt in my mind that the Raiders are a stronger team this offseason than they were this time last year. They have added key pieces to key positions and have removed pieces that were not producing the wins they needed.

The biggest difference in all the offseason acquistions this year compared to others is that they were done in a much smarter fashion.

Oakland looks to have a very stout defense that could be championship caliber. Stars like Nnamdi Asomugha and Richard Seymour combining with emerging stars Tyvon Branch and Trevor Scott give the Raiders an edge. There is plenty of talent on that side of the ball.

On offense, the Raiders ...

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