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5 bold predictions for Las Vegas Raiders in 2021

By Rucker Haringey

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 17: Tight end Darren Waller #83 of the Las Vegas Raiders warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on December 17, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chargers defeated the Raiders 30-27 in overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 17: Tight end Darren Waller #83 of the Las Vegas Raiders warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on December 17, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chargers defeated the Raiders 30-27 in overtime. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /
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Raiders bold predictions, Darren Waller
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 26: Darren Waller #83 of the Las Vegas Raiders participates in warmups prior to a game against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on December 26, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

1. Darren Waller will catch 125+ passes

All of the Raiders’ uncertainty at wide receiver is bad news for the offense as a unit, but it’s good for their star tight end’s individual production. Waller is in line to put up video game numbers as Carr’s top pass-catcher.

He led the team with 107 catches for 1,196 yards and nine touchdowns a season ago. That might make some fans believe he’s a prime candidate for regression in 2021.

This bold prediction doubles down on Waller’s ability to become a true superstar. He’s got the perfect combination of size, speed, and length to become arguably the top tight end in the entire NFL. Gruden’s offense has the ability to feature a player with that kind of talent.

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Waller is going to get a lot of attention from opposing secondaries, but the Raiders will still force-feed him the ball if necessary. His yardage and touchdown totals might drop as a result, but he’s going to get the ball in his hands even more. Put him down for at least 125 catches if he can stay healthy.

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