Jackson Powers-Johnson Predicts Raiders Breakout Candidates

Powers-Johnson recently filled in for Maxx Crosby on the latest episode of his podcast, The Rush, and revealed players he thinks could be in for a big year in 2025. 

“Defensive side, I’m definitely going to have to go [Elandon Roberts],” he said. “I think E-Rob is going to have an elite year. He loves to hit, and I think he has some statements he wants to make with his game, and I think he’s going to make them. I think Maxx helps out a lot with it. When you have a defensive front that can handle it, you can have a linebacker run around and fly. So, I’m going to say E-Rob.”

Who was Powers-Johnson’s pick on the offensive side?

“I think a lot of people aren’t talking about Tre Tucker,” he said. “I think that’s one people aren’t talking about. Everyone wants to talk about [Brock] Bowers, rightfully so. Everyone wants to talk about [Ashton] Jeanty; I think Tre Tucker is going to have one hell of a year. I think he really is, and Jakobi [Meyers]. I think everybody is looking at what we brought, but we have some elite that we had last year, and I think they’re going to have a great year.”

The Raiders added several players to both sides of the ball, aiming to improve upon their four-win performance from 2024. Raider Nation became tired of watching losing football, as did management. 

Everyone is excited about the team’s new additions, but Powers-Johnson wants people to remember the in-house talent. 

Players like Tucker and Meyers will carry the bulk of the passing game, while Roberts takes over at middle linebacker for Robert Spillane. 

What will the new additions – and familiar faces – bring to the Silver and Black in 2025?

You can watch the full podcast episode with Powers-Johnson here.

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