Raider Fans Hopeful for Offense

The Oakland Raiders have been one of the most dismal teams in the league for the last several years.  But now that the JaMarcus Russell era is over, Raider Nation is actually hopeful and excited to see the offense take a step.

Oakland Raiders Quarterback

The writing on the wall for Russell before Al Davis gave him his pink slip when they traded for quarterback Jason Campbell. Campbell became a quarterback in exile when Donovan McNabb arrive in D.C. via a trade from Philadelphia.

Campbell actually had a decent season last year number wise. He threw for a career high 20 touchdowns and had a completion percentage of 64.5%.

Raiders Running Backs and Receivers

Darrius Heyward-Bey was a bust as a first round pick. At least tight end Zach Miller, the teams leading receiver, picked up the slack. But Louis Murphy showed promise last year and it expected to take it up a notch.

It is also Darren McFadden's time to finally shine and prove he is that back everyone said he was coming out of college. McFadden is quick and elusive in the open field and adds a passing threat from the backfield. Michael Bush complements McFadden as being the bruising up the middle runner. His 4.8 yards per carry last season is impressive for a team playing from behind most of the season. It also topped McFadden's 3.4 ypc.