Raiders Top 25 players ranked: 1-5

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5. LT Kolton Miller

Dec 30, 2018; Kansas City, MO, USA; Oakland Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (77) gets ready to block Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Dee Ford (55) at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Though he has never been to a Pro Bowl, he is routinely been one of the better blindside protectors in the league the past five years. Those don’t grow on trees.

4. P AJ Cole

Aug 26, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) watches the ball after kicking it away during a preseason game against the New England Patriots at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Best punter in the league. Periodt.

3. DT Christian Wilkins

HENDERSON, NEVADA – MAY 29: Defensive tackle Christian Wilkins #94 of the Las Vegas Raiders stretches during an OTA offseason workout at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center on May 29, 2024 in Henderson, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Big time addition to the this team. One of the best interior defenders in the league and one of the more likable teammates as well.

2. WR Davante Adams

Nov 12, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) signals a first down against the New York Jets during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

Even in a down year, even with shaky QB play, he’s still put up some of the  best numbers in the NFL. His 103 catches last season is tied for third most in a season in franchise history. And it was his fifth season with over 100 catches in his career. Last season he surpassed 10K career receiving yards. Future Hall of Famer.

1. EDGE Maxx Crosby

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 23: Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders celebrates after stopping a third down play in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Allegiant Stadium on October 23, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)

Best defender in the league. Got my vote for Defensive Player of the Year. And he’s the heart and soul of this team.

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