One of the challenges the Raiders face this offseason when looking for their next franchise quarterback is how much to value upside. Without a franchise quarterback on the roster, they need someone who can come in right now and play.
However, the Raiders also know that they have to deal with both Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert in the division for the next several seasons. That means they can’t afford to have a middling quarterback as they will never be able to compete in the division.
