Raiders Add New Receiver
Las Vegas Raiders Sign Veteran Wide Receiver Jason Brown Ahead of Houston Preseason Matchup
The Las Vegas Raiders have signed wide receiver Jason Brown ahead of a trip to Houston, where they will face the Texans in a preseason game and a joint practice, according to Sports Illustrated. To make room on the roster, the team cut defensive tackle Benito Jones.
The move signals the Raiders' push to improve their receiver corps before the regular season. Brown brings 155 career receptions and six touchdowns across 91 NFL games, giving Las Vegas a veteran option with proven production, Sacbee reported.
Who Is Jason Brown and What Can He Do
Brown was originally drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the seventh round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He has spent time with multiple teams over his career. In 91 games, he hauled in 155 receptions and scored six touchdowns, making him a reliable option in the passing game, Star-Telegram noted.
For a team looking to add depth at receiver, Brown fits the bill. He is not a star, but he knows the position and can contribute right away. That experience could matter when the Raiders face the Texans in Houston, Belleville News-Democrat reported.
Benito Jones Cut to Clear Roster Spot
To sign Brown, the Raiders released Benito Jones. Jones had not impressed since joining the team. His performance fell short of what Las Vegas needed along the defensive line, according to The Olympian.
Roster moves like this are common during the preseason. Teams use these weeks to find the right mix of players. Letting go of a player who is underperforming makes room for someone who might help more, Modesto Bee reported.
Special Teams Play Could Be Brown's Ticket to the 53-Man Roster
Making a final 53-man roster as a receiver is hard. The Raiders have other options at the position. For Brown, his best path to staying on the team runs through special teams, Sports Illustrated noted.
Players who can contribute on kickoffs and punts while also helping in the passing game are very valuable. Brown will need to show both skills during the Houston trip to convince the coaching staff he is worth keeping, Star-Telegram reported.
Houston Trip Sets Up a Key Preseason Test for Las Vegas
The Raiders travel to Houston for both a joint practice and a preseason game against the Texans. Joint practices let players go up against real competition before a game counts. They are one of the best ways for coaches to see who is ready, according to Sports Illustrated.
For new additions like Brown, this trip is a major opportunity. He has a short window to stand out. How he performs in practice and in the game could decide whether he is still a Raider when the regular season begins, Sacbee reported.
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