Rashaan Melvin publicly voiced his displeasure with Womens Mike Nugent Jersey reduced playing time on defense. On Tuesday, Raiders coach Jon Gruden responded to Melvin by taking a shot at him.“Melvin is on his seventh team,” Gruden told reporters. “Maybe he is confused about what technique he is using. He is frustrated. I can’t blame him. . . . He is a good kid.It’s the latest example of Gruden being surprisingly candid with the media regarding concerns about his players. From Khalil Mack before the trade to Derek Carr from time to time to now Melvin, Gruden is willing to talk about his players in less-than-stellar ways when talking to the press. Perhaps he’s trying to use the media to send messages Youth Seth Roberts Jersey , misguided as they may seem to be.Then again, Jon is on his third team. Maybe he is confused about what motivational technique he is using. He is frustrated. I can’t blame him. He is a good guy.His team isn’t. And it’s hard not to wonder whether the team would be better than 1-5 if it had stuck with Jack Del Rio, especially since retaining Del Rio may have meant retaining Mack. Raiders NewsShould the Raiders trade for LB Deone Buccannon?Should the Raiders trade for LB Deone Buccannon?Jon Gruden says Raiders will 'try to get more' ex-Seahawks as Earl Thomas' free agency looms - CBSSports.comDid Gruden just hint that the Raiders will pursue Earl Thomas in free agency?Raiders Film Room: Breaking down the loss to Chargers - Silver And Black PrideThis past Sunday saw the Raiders suffer defeat at the hands of the San Diego Chargers.The Chargers completely dismantled the Raiders under Jon Gruden and gave them their most lopsided defeat so...PFF: Raiders DT Maurice Hurst highest-graded defender in 2018PFF: Raiders DT Maurice Hurst highest-graded defender in 2018Raiders LB Marquel Lee a rarity among recent draft picks – Las Vegas Review-JournalMarquel Lee sees significant playing time as a defender whose Raiders draft selection predates Jon Gruden. That is rare.Oakland Raiders’ offensive woes larger than Derek Carr, Jon Gruden | The Sacramento BeeThe Oakland Raiders’ 26-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday felt like a rock-bottom result. It’s hard to characterize a game where the defense was a sieve and the offense couldn’t move as anything else.AFC WestOne of John Elway's worst personnel decisions was free agent that got away: Wade PhillipsThe laughter of Wade Phillips haunts the Broncos.Broncos GM John Elway was disappointed by the teams effort against the New York Jets - Mile High ReportDenver Broncos GM John Elway spoke to Orange and Blue 760’s Dave Logan about the loss to the Jets.Unlikely Chiefs LB Justin Houston plays against PatriotsThe Chiefs are preparing to play without linebacker Justin Houston against the Patriots.Bill Belichick is the only one not hyped for Chiefs vs. Patriots - SBNation.comBill Belichick sure knows how to cut a promo.Chargers' Rivers off to 1 of the best starts of his career | FOX SportsChargers QB Philip Rivers off to one of the best starts of his careerChargers' Derwin James showing traits of an elite safety - AFC West- ESPNHe's not immune to rookie mistakes Womens Gareon Conley Jersey , but the Chargers are lining up Derwin James all over the field and he's making an impact.NFL NewsNFL: Why fewer players are being arrested since 2014The NFL’s drunk driving and domestic violence issues have improved after the watershed events of 2014, according to analysis of the USA TODAY Sports.Mike Tomlin fined $25,000 for comments about officiatingSteelers coach Mike Tomlin was critical of officials after Sunday’s game, and the NFL fined him for it.2018 NFL midseason trade ideas Youth Tahir Whitehead Jersey , and why they make sense for both teams - Bill BarnwellLe’Veon Bell, LeSean McCoy, DeVante Parker, Golden Tate and more. Let’s make some deals Youth Kelechi Osemele Jersey , making sure both teams are satisfied.Race for 2019 NFL Draft No. 1 pick: Why are the Falcons one of the NFL’s worst teams? - CBSSports.comHistory suggests things won’t get better anytime soon in Atlanta but help could be on the way ... this offseasonNFL Parity Is Creating Excitement — And, Um, Ties | FiveThirtyEightThe Super Bowl race looks wide open this season.