... and NFL on notice during draft weekend. The message was clear: "We're back."

While many skeptics will be quick to dismiss the idea of the Raiders reaching the playoffs in 2010, it really isn't that far fetched anymore. Their schedule isn't as brutal as last year's, and their division is still weak outside of the Chargers.

Let's take a look at why the Oakland Raiders can make a surprise playoff push in 2010.

 

Quarterback

Jason Campbell was acquired from the Redskins during draft weekend. This could signal the end of the JaMarcus Russell era in in Oakland. The Raiders will say there is a quarterback competition, but the chances of anyone but Campbell starting is 10 perc...

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