Paul Gutierrez (Raiders.com) drops by with a look at the Raiders as they continue getting prepared for the upcoming season, and tells us what he's seen throughout OTAs this week. RaiderNation - What superlatives would you hand out to the Raiders? Who will be the most impactful person? Most likely to improve? Q says Raiders are most likely to be talked about at the end of the season, as the team to watch in 2026.

Cynthia Frelund (NFL Network) brings her NFL insight on news and storylines around the league, including a much-improved Raiders team led by Coach Carroll and QB Geno Smith. More class superlatives for the Raiders!  RaiderNation chimes in with who they think will be the most impactful and the most improved when it comes to Raiders players, coaches, or staff.

RaiderNation - What superlative would you hand out to the Raiders? Mina Kimes - Who will be the most impactful person? Bill Barnwell- Most likely to improve? Q - Raiders are most likely to be talked about at the end of the season, as the team to watch in 2026. John Kosko (PFF Analyst) joins us to break down his NFL QB Rankings list, in which he has Geno Smith ranked 10th in the league, and talks about how having him at QB will impact the Raiders this season.

We dive further into PFF's NFL QB rankings, with some interesting comparisons between Geno Smith, who is ranked at 10, and Justin Herbert, who is at #8. We have the right QB for this team. We hear John Spytek's thoughts on the upcoming season and what Geno Smith brings to this team. RaiderNation - PFF has Geno Smith ranked 10th out of 32 starting QBs, which puts him in Tier 3A - "Solid starters who have flashed high-end play". Is that a fair tier for Geno to be in, and why? Does that give you more or less confidence in this team, moving forward? Also, Justin Herbert seems kind of overrated!

Steve Wyche (NFL Network) checks in with his insight around the league and from the NFL Owners Meetings, and tells us what he thinks of the Raiders current state, as they prepare for the upcoming season. As Coach Carroll and company continue putting the roster together, where do we need more help? Jalen Ramsey will likely be available for a trade in July. Is that the move for the Silver & Black?

RaiderNation - PFF has Geno Smith ranked 10th out of 32 starting QBs, which puts him in Tier 3A - "Solid starters who have flashed high-end play". Is that a fair tier for Geno to be in, and why? Does that give you more or less confidence in this team, moving forward? Vinny Bonsignore (LV Review Journal/RNR 920) gives his insight on Geno Smith and what the Raiders have done in the offseason so far, as well as his takeaways from the NFL Owners Meetings.

RaiderNation - Where is your concern level knowing Christian Wilkins is not at 100% and has been sidelined since playing just 5 games last season? It's always a good time to talk about Ashton Jeanty! RaiderNation has some things to say about coaches having Jeanty change his stance, and how he will perform in Chip Kelly's offense.

Ari Meirov (The33rdteam.com) stops by to discuss his interview with Raiders GM, John Spytek, and his impact on the Silver & Black, as well as his thoughts on NFL news, including the Tush Push. Marcus Doc Holliday (former NFL RB/NBC Sports) breaks down the running back position in today's game, and all things Ashton Jeanty, as we anticipate a big rookie year from the Raiders RB.

RaiderNation - Christian Wilkins is not at 100% or even really close to full strength at this stage of the game, so where is your concern level knowing he has been sidelined since playing 5 games last season? Ronnie Braxton (RealSuperiorAthletics.com) tells us what he's learned about Ashton Jeanty and what the Raiders are getting with him, both on and off the field, while being his trainer throughout his career.

RaiderNation - What would be the reason the Raiders offense is able to maximize Ashton Jeanty's talents? Or do you think that will not be the case? We hear from Ashton Jeanty's trainer,  Ronnie Braxton, who will be a guest on Unnecessary Roughness on Wednesday, and get to know a little about why Jeanty's conditioning is so special, as well as John Spytek John McClain (HoustonTexans.com) checks in with insight from around the league and his thoughts on potential NFL rule changes, including the banning of the tush push.