It’s no secret that the Raiders are going to be in the cornerback market this offseason. But how do they go about finding the right outside cornerback for Patrick Graham’s defense? That is the biggest question.
The expectation is that they will use free agency and the NFL Draft to fill that need. However, could they potentially explore the trade market for a cornerback? There are a few intriguing options available.
One potential option is James Braddbery of the New York Giants. During the NFL Combine, there were plenty of rumors swirling that the Giants have made Pro Bowl running back Saquon Barkley and Bradberry available via trade.
In a recent article by Bill Barnwell of ESPN, he noted that the Raiders appear to be a likely fit for Bradberry via a trade. Here is a snippet of his thoughts on that potential transaction:
“The Raiders found a useful slot corner in rookie fifth-round pick Nate Hobbs, but Hayward was a one-year fill-in and Trayvon Mullen missed most of 2021 with…