JUST IN:  Raiders “Purge” might begin with a $140 million star….

After coach Josh McDaniels’ exile to Las Vegas, the Raiders had a change of fortune. However, after two straight

losses, things may need to change for the 2024 Raiders. 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. It only produces

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 must have a strong conclusion in order to justify running it back. 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.

Additionally, if the Raiders end up, say, 8-9, rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell, who has been playing better lately

even in losses, might continue to develop and offer the organization some hope that he can be the guy moving

forward.

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.

All Year, Davante Adams Trade Rumors

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. Davante Adams trade discussion is implied by

that.

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.”

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