We are taking a look at the top 65 players on the Oakland Raiders and ranking them from 1-65. The ranking considerations are based on projections and what to expect in 2015:
No. 51, Stacy McGee, defensive lineman: He showed he was a valuable backup last season. He is young and has a chance to develop, but he will have competition to make the team.
No. 52, Larry Asante, safety: Asante signed last year and played extensively. He is feisty and I'd expect him to make the team again. He’s a good player to have on the roster.
No. 53, Josh Harper, receiver: This is an intriguing player. Harper was a college teammate of quarterback Derek Carr at Fresno State. Harper was a smooth, polished player in college, and it was a surprise he went undrafted. The Raiders are crowded at receiver, and Harper is certainly not a lock to make the 53-man roster. But he has a real shot and is a player to watch during the preseason.
No. 54, Brandian Ross, safety: Ross is similar to Asante. He's a valuable backup safety who played a lot last season. He made good strides in 2014 and has a strong chance to make the roster again.
No. 55, Shelby Harris, defensive lineman: Harris was a rookie last season who spent time on both the 53-man roster and the practice squad. He must show the new coaching staff he is one of the better developmental defensive linemen.
