With little need for two blocking fullbacks, one of them became expendable, and the coaching staff decided it was the aging vet.

So, what does this mean for the Raiders?

First, the obvious: O'Neal is ready to go and is now the starting fullback.

Next, it means the competition for that backup role between Marcel Reece, Gary Russell, and Luke Lawton just got a bit more exciting. All three of the players competing for the spot can also be considered as receiving fullbacks whose skills complement O'Neals well.

The Raiders made this move in order to sign safety and former Raider Rashad Baker, likely either because of A...

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