In this episode of the Raiders Talk Podcast, co-hosts Scott Bair and Josh Schrock are joined by AL.com senior Alabama beat writer Michael Casagrande, who provides great insight on No. 12 overall NFL draft pick Henry Ruggs III, his growth while with the Crimson Tide, what makes him tick and why he’s more than just a speed demon. Then Josh and Scott discuss our takeaways from the interview and what kind of impact Ruggs could have as a rookie with the Raiders.
(1:58) Casagrande on Ruggs’ growth as a receiver at Alabama
(4:23) Casagrande on what formed Ruggs' competitive drive, why 'you can see he's not like all the others'
(5:29) Casagrande's reaction on Ruggs getting drafted before Jerry Jeudy
(6:50) Casagrande on whether Ruggs could increase catch volume, how he was used at Alabama
(10:55) Casagrande on Josh Jacobs' career at Alabama and his NFL impact
(17:27) Josh and Scott on whether Ruggs or Jeudy will have a bigger rookie impact
(19:20) Josh and Scott on how Ruggs could fit into Jon Gruden's scheme
Raiders: Safety Karl Joseph
Raiders: Michael Lombardi on Jon Gruden, Reggie McKenzie firing
Raiders: Defensive tackle Justin Ellis
Raiders: Kicker Daniel Carlson
Raiders: Defensive end Frostee Rucker
Raiders: NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah
Raiders: Safety Erik Harris
Raiders: Jon Gruden performance review with Scott Bair, Kelli Johnson and Lorenzo Neal
Raiders: Defensive tackle Maurice Hurst
Raiders: Cornerback Daryl Worley
Raiders: Defensive tackle Clinton McDonald
Raiders: Quarterback Derek Carr
Raiders: Punter Johnny Townsend
Raiders: Former NFL executive/analyst Michael Lombardi
Raiders: Khalil Mack on his way to the Bears
Raiders: Broadcaster Beth Mowins
Raiders receiver Jordy Nelson
Raiders edge rusher Bruce Irvin
Raiders defensive coordinator Paul Guenther
Former Raider Akbar Gbajabiamila talks Al Davis, American Ninja Warrior and a cause dear to his heart
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