Patrick Graham praises Kyu Blu Kelly… but knows the test gets tougher

“It’s great. Again, youth, experience, it’s how they perform on Sundays and Thursdays and this week, Monday. It’s how they perform. So again, whether they’re a rookie or 10-year vet, it’s how you perform. And these guys, for their whole lives, they’ve seized the opportunity in different stages of their career,” Graham said.

Graham was particularly impressed with Kelly’s ball skills and ability to seize the moment.

“I was happy to see him go get the ball and seize the moment, and then to get two, that was pretty impressive.”

But Graham was quick to pivot to the challenge ahead: a loaded Dallas offense with one of the league’s best quarterbacks and a deep skill group.

“We have a tough task ahead of us with Dallas, really good quarterback, one of the best in the league. Skill group’s outstanding. So, every week is a reset. Luckily, we get a few extra days this week.”

In an defense looking for consistency, Kelly has been a much needed bright spot for the Las Vegas Raiders this season. With the team playing for a sense of pride, its continued development is key for the Raiders’ future in the secondary.