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Raiders Ziegler Robs Bill Belichick of Another Player Adding FB Johnson

Las Vegas Raiders GM Dave Ziegler again goes after another Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots weapon in FB Jakob Johnson.
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Raiders Ziegler Robs Bill Belichick of Another Player Adding FB Johnson
Raiders Ziegler Robs Bill Belichick of Another Player Adding FB Johnson

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HENDERSON, Nev.--For the second time today, new Las Vegas Raiders General Manager Dave Ziegler invaded Foxborough, Mass., to bring another New England Patriot to the desert to reunite with offensive savant, Josh McDaniels.

The Raiders have come to terms with Jakob Johnson, the new Silver and Black fullback to fill the shoes of former team captain Alec Ingold.

My colleague Mike D’Abate, the editor of Patriot Country, offers Johnson's evaluation:

"During his three years in New England, Johnson has proven himself as a valuable member of the Patriots’ offense, a superb blocker, and a capable contributor on special teams. With the Patriots unlikely to significantly upgrade the position via free agency/draft, or provide tight end/h-back Dalton Keene with the opportunity to take on the role, expect Johnson to remain with the Patriots on a team-friendly deal."

Earlier today, we reported that the Raiders would be signing a third-string backup running back, and special teams standout, former New England Patriot Brandon Bolden.

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Hondo Carpenter
HONDO CARPENTER

Hondo S. Carpenter Sr. is an award-winning sports journalist with decades of experience. He serves as the Senior Writer for NFL and College sports, and is the beat writer covering the Las Vegas Raiders. Additionally, he is the editor and publisher for several sites On SI. Carpenter is a member of the Pro Football Writers Association (PFWA), the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), and the United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA).

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