NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal JSN Scores Big and 20 Players Suddenly Important at Work
Mar 23, 2026
They unpack a big-money contract for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and what it means for receiver pay and Seahawks roster moves. Flag football takeaways and Olympic implications get a quick recap. Cowboys linebacker chatter and the Raiders' succession plan come up. Then they run through 20 players suddenly more important to their teams after recent signings and departures.
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Raiders Have A Quiet Succession Plan
- Mark Davis reportedly set a succession plan for the Raiders that includes selling a minority stake and lining up a future owner while he remains in control.
- Rosenthal frames it as a gradual transition requiring NFL approval, signaling long-term ownership planning.
Backups Become Key When Stars Depart
- When a star leaves, backups like Basial Tootin can instantly become critical, but sustaining performance across full games requires team support and opportunity.
- Patrick Claybon points to Tootin's 35.8% missed-tackle rate and burst as reasons he's suddenly important.
Jaylen Nailer Is A Ripen Low-Cost Opportunity
- Jaylen Nailer moves into a primary role in Las Vegas with low price and high upside, making him a meaningful test of the Raiders' new regime.
- Nick Shook notes his prior 29-catch career high and the sample that John Spitek must trust tape over production.