Raiders Waive Alex Leatherwood Las Vegas Cuts 2021 First Pick After Failing To Find Trade Partner

The Raiders are waiving former first-round offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, according to ESPN and confirmed by CBS Sports NFL Insider Jonathan Jones. Leatherwood, the 17th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, has been rumored to be void or traded for weeks. Leatherwood was moved from tackle to guard during his rookie season. New Raiders coach Josh McDaniels gave Leatherwood another shot at right tackle this offseason, but he fell behind Brandon Parker and rookie Thayer Munford during training camp. Injuries to both players, however, led to Leatherwood starting the Raiders’ second preseason game against the Dolphins. But he was benched after giving up a sack and playing behind Jermaine Eluemunor during the team’s joint practices with New England last week. Leatherwood’s technique, according to four-time Pro Bowl tackle Mitchell Schwartz, is one of the reasons why the former Alabama standout has struggled to find success at the NFL level. “(Leatherwood’s) biggest mechanical problem is that he hits too low,” Schwartz told The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen. “When the defender does anything with his right hand, he has no leverage and no upward pressure. That makes him very top-heavy and prone to falling flat on his face.” While he has struggled to find his footing, Leatherwood’s age (23) and untapped potential could lead to interest from NFL teams. He was a consensus All-American in his final season at Alabama while becoming the fifth Outland Trophy winner and fourth since 2008. His play helped Alabama to a national title while playing alongside future NFL players Mac Jones, Najee Harris , DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Contoperato.

title: “Raiders Waive Alex Leatherwood Las Vegas Cuts 2021 First Pick After Failing To Find Trade Partner Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-10-25” author: “Kenneth Colon”

The Raiders are waiving former first-round offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, according to ESPN and confirmed by CBS Sports NFL Insider Jonathan Jones. Leatherwood, the 17th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, has been rumored to be void or traded for weeks. Leatherwood was moved from tackle to guard during his rookie season. New Raiders coach Josh McDaniels gave Leatherwood another shot at right tackle this offseason, but he fell behind Brandon Parker and rookie Thayer Munford during training camp. Injuries to both players, however, led to Leatherwood starting the Raiders’ second preseason game against the Dolphins. But he was benched after giving up a sack and playing behind Jermaine Eluemunor during the team’s joint practices with New England last week. Leatherwood’s technique, according to four-time Pro Bowl tackle Mitchell Schwartz, is one of the reasons why the former Alabama standout has struggled to find success at the NFL level. “(Leatherwood’s) biggest mechanical problem is that he hits too low,” Schwartz told The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen. “When the defender does anything with his right hand, he has no leverage and no upward pressure. That makes him very top-heavy and prone to falling flat on his face.” While he has struggled to find his footing, Leatherwood’s age (23) and untapped potential could lead to interest from NFL teams. He was a consensus All-American in his final season at Alabama while becoming the fifth Outland Trophy winner and fourth since 2008. His play helped Alabama to a national title while playing alongside future NFL players Mac Jones, Najee Harris , DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Contoperato.

title: “Raiders Waive Alex Leatherwood Las Vegas Cuts 2021 First Pick After Failing To Find Trade Partner Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-07” author: “Lisa Polzin”

The Raiders are waiving former first-round offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, according to ESPN and confirmed by CBS Sports NFL Insider Jonathan Jones. Leatherwood, the 17th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, has been rumored to be void or traded for weeks. Leatherwood was moved from tackle to guard during his rookie season. New Raiders coach Josh McDaniels gave Leatherwood another shot at right tackle this offseason, but he fell behind Brandon Parker and rookie Thayer Munford during training camp. Injuries to both players, however, led to Leatherwood starting the Raiders’ second preseason game against the Dolphins. But he was benched after giving up a sack and playing behind Jermaine Eluemunor during the team’s joint practices with New England last week. Leatherwood’s technique, according to four-time Pro Bowl tackle Mitchell Schwartz, is one of the reasons why the former Alabama standout has struggled to find success at the NFL level. “(Leatherwood’s) biggest mechanical problem is that he hits too low,” Schwartz told The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen. “When the defender does anything with his right hand, he has no leverage and no upward pressure. That makes him very top-heavy and prone to falling flat on his face.” While he has struggled to find his footing, Leatherwood’s age (23) and untapped potential could lead to interest from NFL teams. He was a consensus All-American in his final season at Alabama while becoming the fifth Outland Trophy winner and fourth since 2008. His play helped Alabama to a national title while playing alongside future NFL players Mac Jones, Najee Harris , DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Contoperato.

title: “Raiders Waive Alex Leatherwood Las Vegas Cuts 2021 First Pick After Failing To Find Trade Partner Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-18” author: “David Solis”

The Raiders are waiving former first-round offensive tackle Alex Leatherwood, according to ESPN and confirmed by CBS Sports NFL Insider Jonathan Jones. Leatherwood, the 17th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, has been rumored to be void or traded for weeks. Leatherwood was moved from tackle to guard during his rookie season. New Raiders coach Josh McDaniels gave Leatherwood another shot at right tackle this offseason, but he fell behind Brandon Parker and rookie Thayer Munford during training camp. Injuries to both players, however, led to Leatherwood starting the Raiders’ second preseason game against the Dolphins. But he was benched after giving up a sack and playing behind Jermaine Eluemunor during the team’s joint practices with New England last week. Leatherwood’s technique, according to four-time Pro Bowl tackle Mitchell Schwartz, is one of the reasons why the former Alabama standout has struggled to find success at the NFL level. “(Leatherwood’s) biggest mechanical problem is that he hits too low,” Schwartz told The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen. “When the defender does anything with his right hand, he has no leverage and no upward pressure. That makes him very top-heavy and prone to falling flat on his face.” While he has struggled to find his footing, Leatherwood’s age (23) and untapped potential could lead to interest from NFL teams. He was a consensus All-American in his final season at Alabama while becoming the fifth Outland Trophy winner and fourth since 2008. His play helped Alabama to a national title while playing alongside future NFL players Mac Jones, Najee Harris , DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Contoperato.