Although it is unlikely that Pryor will become the starting quarterback this season, it is important for him to show that he can become an NFL caliber quarterback. During OTAs rookie Tyler Wilson looked more polished than Pryor. We will soon find out if Pryor can become the second quarterback or if he should change positions.
Tracy Porter was once a Super Bowl hero for the New Orleans Saints, but his career took a downturn last year with the Denver Broncos. Porter started off well but could not finish the season because of complications from a seizure. He is familiar with Dennis Allen because of Allen's time as defensive backs coach for the Saints. Reggie McKenzie signed him to a one year contract so Porter must play well to raise his stock.
The converted wide receiver Ausberry is the favorite to become the starting tight end for the Raiders this season. While he would automatically become a receiving threat for new quarterback Matt Flynn, his lack of run blocking skills can keep him off the field. It is of utmost importance that Ausberry prove he can block during training camp or he could find himself on the bench or even out of a job come September.
Matt Flynn will have every opportunity to have a long career for the Raiders. The Raider nation is hoping that Flynn could have the same type of career as former MVP Rich Gannon. However, Flynn is not guaranteed to start this year as a player with his least favorite surname is vying to become the starter this year (Tyler Wilson).
When healthy Darren McFadden is one of the most explosive players in the NFL. The Raiders offense has been explosive with a healthy McFadden, and now that the Raiders are going back to a power run blocking scheme he can put up huge numbers. After the season McFadden will become a free agent so he must stay healthy and put up big numbers to get a contract offer from the Raiders.
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