Raiders considering trade for Davante Adams, according to sources

Alex Parker

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The Las Vegas Raiders are considering trading wide receiver Davante Adams, raising questions about his future with the team and potential contract restructuring.

Why it matters: Adams is a key player for the Raiders, and a potential trade could significantly impact their offensive capabilities.

Adams' performance so far:

  • He has caught 18 passes for 209 yards and a touchdown in three games this season.
  • However, he missed a game due to a hamstring injury suffered during practice.

The contract situation:

  • Adams is earning a salary of $17.5 million this season, with $13.5 million still owed through the end of the season.
  • Any trade partner would likely require Adams to agree to a restructured contract due to his hefty salary.

Adams addresses rumors on his future:

  • Speaking on the "Up & Adams Show," Adams stated that all he can control is his current situation and what comes next.
  • His agents dismiss rumors linking him to Aaron Rodgers as baseless and unfounded.

Controversy surrounding the Netflix series "Receiver":

  • Adams appeared on the show, which raised some controversy due to comments made and scenes shown.
  • Antonio Pierce acknowledged that while certain things were said and shown on the show, they cannot be erased.

What's next: The negotiations and discussions surrounding Adams' future with the Raiders are ongoing.

  • The team will need to carefully consider the implications of a potential trade and weigh them against Adams' value as a top-tier wide receiver.

The bottom line: The possibility of trading Davante Adams adds uncertainty to the Raiders' offensive strategy and raises questions about how they will address his salary demands and future contributions to the team.

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