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Raiders Hosting Former Pro Bowl DB With Ties to Pete Carroll for a Visit

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Austin C. Boyd | Last updated Jun 11, 2025 7:32 PM ET

The Las Vegas Raiders have done a lot to beef up positions of need this offseason, but one position they haven't been as aggressive in adding has been cornerback. Eric Stokes is the only new non-rookie the team has signed, and he hasn't had an interception since 2021.

This late in the game, the Raiders are unlikely to find a major impact cornerback, but they do need to add some more veteran depth. Head coach Pete Carroll appears interested in reuniting with a familiar face.

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler , the Raiders are hosting former Pro Bowl cornerback Shaquill Griffin for a visit.

Griffin originally came into the NFL as a third-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks when Carroll was still the head coach. He quickly became an impact player and was a Pro Bowler by his third season.

However, the Seahawks decided against re-signing Griffin once his rookie contract was up, and things haven't been the same. He's played for four different teams since Seattle moved on.

Last season was a bit of a bounce-back year for him with the Minnesota Vikings. He played in 17 games and caught two interceptions to go with 41 combined tackles.

The biggest issue Griffin has faced has been availability. Prior to last season, he had just one year where he didn't miss a game. The fact that he was able to play in 17 games in 2024 is a good sign.

The Raiders' options at cornerback are limited in free agency, and Griffin could be the best fit available.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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