Wednesday, April 30, 2008

2008 Season - Day 5 - List of Rookie FA's

Though nothing is official until the league office processes the paperwork, the Raiders have come to terms with 12 undrafted free agents.

One of these guys could be the next Tommy Kelly or Chris Carr, both undrafted but signed by the Raiders. More than likely, they'll be like all of last year's undrafted rookies -- none whom made the team.

Here's the list, as provided by a league source who knows about such unannounced things, with brief bios. Click on their names to get an in-depth scouting report.

Brian White, QB, Portland St.: This future camp arm threw for 2,171 yards as a senior.

Darrell Strong, TE, Pitt: At 6-foot-4 and 268 pounds, he's a converted wide receiver who will be here for short-yardage blocking packages.

Brandon Rodd, C, Arizona State: He's 6-2, 300 pounds and versatile enough to play tackle. He'll need dual capabilities to get through camp.

Matthew Hahn, FB, Penn State: He's a 6-foot, 236-pound blocking back who scored 76 touchdowns as a prep tailback.

Greyson Gunheim, DE, Washington: He's got size at 6-5, 252. His long arms make for pass-swatting potential.

Derrick Gray, DE, Texas Southern: Another long-armed long shot who has the size to play right end.

Louis Rankin, RB, Washington: He's 6-feet, 205 pounds and 40-speed fast. He ran for 1,294 yards last season. Consider him camp insurance in case someone goes down.

Malik Jackson, OLB, Louisville: Not a size and speed pick, he was disruptive just the same. The Raiders need depth at outside linebacker and he'll help on special teams.

Adam Spieker, C, Missouri: A four-year starter, he'll try to win a backup job to veteran John Wade.

Derrick Brown, CB, Southern Utah: Well, he was All-Great West Conference and is 6-1, 185 pounds. That's about as deep as the Google search got.

Chris Wagner, TE, South Dakota St.: At 6-6, 255 pounds, he'll try to find a niche as a blocker-type.

Shane Simmons, ILB, Western Washington: Not that Kirk Morrison takes a down off, the Raiders lack a capable backup. Not sure Simmons is the answer, but he'll get a try. At 6-1, 225 pounds, he could play outside just the same.

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