Sign Derrick Morgan
The Raiders have done a solid job rebuilding the linebacker core with Vontaze Burfict and Brandon Marshall. One weak link however is that of Tahir Whitehead.
Whitehead starting all 16 games for the Raiders in 2018. While he racked up an impressive 126 tackles, he came away with no sacks. Oakland could use to add a pass-rushing option at outside linebacker to rotate with Whitehead.
One option could be that of Derrick Morgan. The former Tennesee Titan struggled in 2018, making just a half sack over 13 games. However, from 2016-2017 he made 16.5 sacks, proving he still has the ability to get to the quarterback.
At just 30, the Raiders could take a chance on a short-term deal to see if Morgan still has the gas he did just two seasons ago. If so, he would provide a nice compliment to Whitehead on the outside.
Morgan would have to transition into a 4-3 scheme, but as a long veteran he likely would have few problems. The former Titan has also battled the injury bug, but has appeared in at least 10 games every season of his career.
Defensively, Morgan gives the Raiders another pass-rush option as they look to improve their sack totals. He would also function as a mentor for young players such as Ferrell and Key.
Morgan may not be the same player he was in 2016, but on a short-term deal, he could be a low-risk high-reward type guy for the Raiders in 2019.
