We all expected Tyler Lockett to be a Las Vegas Raider.
But it’s the timing that’s odd.
Monday, as they returned from their bye week with a 2-5 record, the Raiders signed the veteran wide receiver.
Lockett played for Las Vegas head coach Pete Carroll for nine seasons with the Seattle Seahawks. They were very close.
When Lockett became available early this offseason, the general assumption around the NFL was that Pete Carroll and quarterback Geno Smith would reunite with Lockett. But, after an extended period in free agency, Lockett signed with the Tennessee Titans.
Last week, Lockett asked and was granted his release. It was expected he would try to sign with a contender.
But now he is a Raider. Some may question the timing of the signing.
Lockett is 33 and the Raiders aren’t currently a contender. Some think Lockett could take playing time away from younger wide receivers such as rookies Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton. Lockett had just 1o catches for 70 yards with the Titans.
But perhaps Lockett could help spark the offense and get the struggling Smith going.
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