The Oakland Raiders have completely retooled their roster over the past, few months, and even though it's already mid-June, that process has not stopped.
Tuesday afternoon, just before the Silver and Black hit the field to kick off their three-day Mandatory Minicamp, the team announced the signings of a pair of defensive tackles, Ahtyba Rubin and Frostee Rucker.
With a combined 22 years of professional experience to their names, both Rubin and Rucker will provide a veteran presence along the Raiders defensive line, but in addition to that, they'll provide depth, and as we know, there's few things in the NFL more paramount than depth.
"Well, Rucker is a guy that's been a very good, physical football player at multiple positions for a long time," said Head Coach Jon Gruden Tuesday. "Has history with [Defensive Coordinator] [Paul] Guenther, that's obvious, but he started a lot of games for Arizona last season. His versatility and leadership is outstanding, and when you have Arden Key, and you have [Maurice] Hurst, and you have P.J. Hall, it helps when you have a veteran presence in every room, and Rucker will help us do that. I really like this guy."
Gruden brings up a great point; with a multitude of rookies on the Raiders defensive line, having experienced players to play alongside them will hopefully pay big dividends down the road, particularly at a position that is a bit beat up at the moment.
"Ahtyba Rubin is another mammoth nose tackle," Gruden explained. "We needed depth there. [Defensive tackle] [Eddie] Vanderdoes is not practicing, don't know when he will practice. Mario Edwards has had some injuries, hasn't practiced a lot, so Rubin gives us another big guy that can work inside, keep our linebackers clean, and be a contender to help our team."
Both men's career-high in sacks is five; Rubin's came in 2011 as a member of the Cleveland Browns, and Rucker's was in 2014 when he played for the Arizona Cardinals.
An exclusive look as players and coaches hit the practice field for their first mandatory minicamp of 2018.
Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders center Rodney Hudson (61) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook (18) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders alumnus Rich Gannon and quarterback Derek Carr (4) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant (12) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Griff Whalen (13) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Isaac Whitney (19) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Paul Butler (84) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) and running back Marshawn Lynch (24) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Maurice Hurst (73) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook (18) and running back Chris Warren (34) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant (12) and head coach Jon Gruden at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders running back Chris Warren (34) and running back DeAndre Washington (33) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Frostee Rucker (98) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive lineman Tank Carradine (96) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook (87) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders strong safety Karl Joseph (42) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Pharaoh Brown (81) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver and return specialist Dwayne Harris (17) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Saeed Blacknall (80) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Lee Smith (86) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Marcus Baugh (83) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders punter Johnny Townsend (5) and kicker Eddy Pi–eiro (9) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders punter Johnny Townsend (5) and kicker Eddy Pi–eiro (9) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders punter Johnny Townsend (5) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders offensive guard Kelechi Osemele (70) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders players and coaches at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Ahtyba Rubin (93) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Maurice Hurst (73) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Griff Whalen (13) and strong safety Karl Joseph (42) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle PJ Hall (92) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive end Fadol Brown (95) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders tight end Derek Carrier (85) and cornerback Leon Hall (29) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive back Shaquille Richardson (39) and wide receiver Ryan Switzer (15) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (24) and defensive back Tevin Mitchel (37) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Marcell Ateman (88) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (24) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders safety Obi Melifonwu (20) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) and head coach Jon Gruden at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) and defensive coordinator Paul Guenther at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders defensive backs coach Derrick Ansley and cornerback Rahsaan Melvin (22) at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders head coach Jono Gruden at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
Oakland Raiders players and coaches at a Mandatory Mini Camp at the Oakland Raiders Practice Facility, Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Alameda, California.
