In Henry Ruggs III, some see the next Cliff Branch for the Raiders. Opposite Ruggs III at some point, perhaps this season, figures to be Bryan Edwards, who also is being compared to an elite NFL receiver. In Edwards’ case, though, the player that quarterback Derek Carr likens him to remains at the top of
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I am a Bay transplant to Alabama, and admittedly I am biased. But I will tell you Ruggs is the real deal. I’ve watched this dude every game. Jeudy is a beast for Denver also, don’t get me wrong, but we have a monster if we use him the right way.
“if we use him the right way.” That will be the key, 510 Cali. Lots of ifs this time of year, but especially this year.
Ruggs won’t get as many yards as Jeudy or Lamb, but he will hopefully have some big plays. In addition, defensive coordinators HATE speed like Ruggs. You don’t need to account for that speed as a defensive coordinator, which will open up the running game, and other receivers.