Raiders’ Veteran O-Lineman on the Hot Seat

Las Vegas Raiders veteran guard Spencer Burford could face a benching following widespread struggles along the offensive line, according to Josh Liles of Raiders Beat. Liles highlights that Burford has surrendered 18 quarterback pressures—the most by any guard in the league—and received a zero pass-blocking grade from Pro Football Focus in week five. Radio host Q Myers also questioned Burford's continued spot in the starting lineup.

Myers noted that the Raiders have historically struggled to implement a zone-blocking scheme, with Klint Kubiak's system proving challenging for the current personnel. Beyond Burford, Liles reports that several offensive line members have underperformed, including center Tyler Linderbaum and guard Jackson Powers-Johnson, with tackle D.J. Glaze identified as the unit's only consistent performer through the first five weeks.