It may be time to face some facts for the 2024 Raiders, as the team’s recent two losses have slightly derailed their chances after coach Josh McDaniels’ banishment to Las Vegas. We’ve already heard a lot about the possible interest from teams throughout the league in a Davante Adams trade (one East Coast team in particular that has Adams as their former quarterback), but we haven’t heard anything about Adams’ dissatisfaction with the Raiders.
Nevertheless, the Raiders are 5-7, and the New York Times playoff tracker indicates that they have fewer than 1% chance of making the playoffs. Spotrac speculates that this could indicate the Raiders are getting ready for a “purge year” that involves a deal for Davante Adams and a new front office. After all, starting a purge with the man who has a $140 million contract makes perfect sense.
According to Spotrac contract specialist Mike Ginnitti, “the core players are bound to get restless if the Raiders have to reset their coaching staff again after 2023.” Let’s at least financially simulate the scenario where Adams is linked to Aaron Rodgers and the Jets in 2024. A transaction before June 1st results in a $16.76 million cap deficit for Las Vegas. It would generally be advised that they hold off until June 1st, divide the $31.5 million dead cap over two years, and take advantage of the more than $23 million in savings the following season.
“However, if disengagement is the plan, it might be wiser to carry as much dead weight into the upcoming season, turning it into a purging year for the organization.”
Raiders Need a Strong Finish to Warrant Running it Back
Oh no. Even though the Raiders’ chances of making the playoffs are slim, a lot can still happen in the next five weeks, which might at least convince owner Mark Davis that giving interim Champ Kelly the general manager position and Antonio Pierce the head coaching job is worth a try.
Oh no. Even though the Raiders’ chances of making the playoffs are slim, a lot can still happen in the next five weeks, which might at least convince owner Mark Davis that giving interim Champ Kelly the general manager position and Antonio Pierce the head coaching job is worth a try.
There won’t be a “purge” the next year if everything remains the same at the end of current season. Additionally, Davante Adams won’t be traded by the Raiders.
Davante Adams Trade Rumored All Year
Despite his stated contentment in Las Vegas with the Raiders, it is now no secret that Adams, who turns 31 on Christmas Eve, would require a change of scenery after this season. This implies that the Raiders will discuss about a deal for Davante Adams throughout the summer.
With 69 catches, Adams has accumulated 814 receiving yards this season. Four touchdowns have been scored by him. Considering that he had a league-high 14 touchdowns and 1,516 receiving yards last season, those are significantly below his typical output. He’s moving at a rate of 1,152 yards.
The Jets coveted Adams, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN, and plan to keep trying. Therefore, the Raiders may have to choose whether to enter “purge” mode. From the report by Schefter:
Before last month’s trade deadline, Schefter reported, “The Jets inquired about reuniting Las Vegas Raiders Pro Bowl wide receiver Davante Adams with Aaron Rodgers, only to be quickly rebuffed.” “However, there’s a chance the Jets won’t give up easily, as NFL insiders anticipate that New York will make another run for Adams this offseason.”
“That is what one source informed ESPN would happen. “I believe so.”
