Jon Sanchez asks:

"What can you learn from the Eagles that can get the Raiders to the Super Bowl?"

The Philadelphia Eagles notably sacked Patrick Mahomes six times in their 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs while also forcing the quarterback to commit three turnovers. Like the Super Bowl LIX Champions, the Raiders know being successful against the Chiefs means getting after Mahomes.

The Silver and Black are still the last team to defeat the Chiefs in Arrowhead Stadium back on Christmas Day 2023, where the defense sacked him four times and Jack Jones notched a pick-six. The Raiders also had the Chiefs on the ropes again back in Week 13 this past season, but were ultimately narrowly defeated 19-17 despite sacking Mahomes five times. So with that being said, the old adage about how defense wins championships is still alive and well.

Despite the team's 4-13 record in 2024, the defensive unit ranked 15th in the league in yards allowed. With a healthy Maxx Crosby and Christian Wilkins plus the return of defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, the defense could take a leap in the new season.

It will also be on General Manager John Spytek to bring in more pieces and also retain some productive players like Robert Spillane, Tre’von Moehrig and Malcolm Koonce. Fortunately for the Raiders, Spytek has some experience in putting together a championship-winning defense from his previous stint with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Brendon Rhen from Pennsylvania asks:

"Is there a possibility of drafting Ashton Jeanty?"

There's a need for improving the ground game for the Raiders and Jeanty could certainly play a part in that.

The Boise State running back led the nation in rushing yards (2,601) and carries (374) in 2024. He played a huge role in the Broncos' 12-2 season and has a Mountain West Championship to boast. He's arguably the most explosive running back in this year's draft class, with the ability to reach a second level of speed in the open field. Running the ball will also be a priority for offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, whose Ohio State Buckeyes averaged 166.4 rushing yards a game in 2024 with 34 rushing touchdowns as a team.

Coming off a season in which Las Vegas averaged under 80 rushing yards a game, Jeanty has been linked to the Raiders in several mock drafts at the No. 6 spot. The franchise has had a good track record with drafting running backs in the first round, including Darren McFadden, three-time Pro Bowler Josh Jacobs and Pro Football Hall of Famer Marcus Allen.

Cleveland Gallien Jr. asks:

"With Chip Kelly being the new offensive coordinator, would any of the Ohio State offensive key players be considered in this year's NFL Draft for the Raiders?"

Chip Kelly made the decision to leave the Ohio State Buckeyes after helping lead them to a national championship as their offensive play-caller. This will be Kelly's first time back in the NFL since 2016, previously serving as the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers.

"Obviously, this is the highest league of football, and the competition is at an all-time high," Kelly said during his introductory press conference. "I enjoyed my experiences in the league the last time I was here. You have to be prepared every single week in the National Football League, every team. ... It's that competition that drives you. And then when Pete [Carroll] reached out and I had a chance to visit with him, I've got great respect for him."

Off the top of my head, I can think of four players Kelly coached at Ohio State that could find immediate roles in Las Vegas if drafted. The Buckeyes had a two-headed monster in the backfield with TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, who've I've previously mentioned would be great fits. Judkins provides an explosive, downhill play style while Henderson has great getaway speed and pass blocking ability. Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, who totaled 1,011 receiving yards and 10 receiving touchdowns his senior season, would be a viable option to pair with Jakobi Meyers and Brock Bowers.

Last but not least, quarterback Will Howard could be someone to keep an eye on later in the draft. After spending four seasons at Kansas State, Howard had his best collegiate season under Kelly at Ohio State, completing 73 percent of his passes for 4,010 yards and 35 passing touchdowns. The 6-foot-4 prospect accounted for 288 yards, passing and rushing, in the CFB National Championship game against Notre Dame and took home offensive MVP.