Could John Spytek attract former players to Las Vegas?
Now that John Spytek is set as the new general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, he is next focused on NFL free agency.
Like many GM’s who go to a new team, Spytek may targets from players from his former team, which, of course, was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Spytek was with the Buccaneers since 2016 and was the assistant general manager the past two years.
Let’s look at some players who were with Spytek in Tampa Bay who could fit the Raiders in free agency:
Wide receiver Chris Godwin:
This is someone to watch. Even though he is coming off a season-ending ankle injury, Godwin is one of the top players available at his position. He could be a good fit with Jakobi Meyers as a starting wide receiver. Both players have excellent drop rates and could be a good pair. Also, Raiders’ part owner Tom Brady played with Godwin and thinks highly of him.
Cornerback Carlton Davis:
The Buccaneers traded Davis to the Detroit L:ions last year. The Raiders could use a veteran presence like Davis in their secondary.
Linebacker Lavonte David:
David is probably a Buccaneer life, but surely Spytek and Brady would love to see him in the Silver and Black. He is slowing down as he’s entering his 14th NFL season, but he would be of value to the Raiders.
Guard Ben Bredeson:
He started every game for the Buccaneers in his only season there. The Raiders could look for help at the position and Bredeson could be a nice, affordable addition.
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Linebacker Joe Tyron-Shoyinka:
He’s a solid pass-rusher who has 15 sacks in four seasons. he could be a decent rotational addition.
Quarterback Kyle Trask:
He was a second-round pick in 2021. He’s played very little, but Spytek could look to bring him in as a backup.
Linebacker K.J. Britt:
He started 11 games and had 72 tackles in 2024.
Linebacker Anthony Nelson:
He’s a solid rotational player who has a nose for the ball.