E.J. Manuel played the role of backup quarterback to perfection last season but he is far from the ideal backup for a Jon Gruden-coached team. That title goes to Josh McCown, who is slated to hit free agency in March after a season that merits consideration as his career year. He completed 67.3 percent of
Josh McCown fits bill as ideal backup for Derek Carr
Raiders coach Jon Gruden prefers experienced backup for Carr, mentor for Connor Cook
He would be an excellent choice.
McCown does have a habit of making iffy reads at times. Hopefully Gruden and staff can help him make better decisions.
Then again, he is 39 and you know who and what you are getting when you sign him.