Raiders have several players who changed their numbers after roster cuts

The Las Vegas Raiders made some moves on Tuesday, some that caught a lot of us by surprise. However, most teams did that.Another thing that may catch some people by surprise is what happens afterward.A few Raiders players; once the roster was cut down to 53 players, technically 54 with the roster exemption from Josh […]

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The Las Vegas Raiders made some moves on Tuesday, some that caught a lot of us by surprise. However, most teams did that.

Another thing that may catch some people by surprise is what happens afterward.

A few Raiders players; once the roster was cut down to 53 players, technically 54 with the roster exemption from Josh Jacobs, changed their jersey number.

According to Levi Damien of Raiders Wire, rookie cornerback Jakorian Bennett will wear No. 0 now, as he was No. 29. Rookie wide receiver Tre Tucker will now wear No. 14, whereas he was No. 89. Rookie safety Chris Smith will wear No. 29, where he was wearing No. 42.

Veteran tight end Austin Hooper is now wearing No. 81, where he was 82. Cam Sims had 81. Rookie defensive tackle Nesta Jade Silvera is now wearing No. 99 and was wearing 97, as Jordan Willis has 99.

Now you know who is who when you watch some of these guys on the field against the Denver Broncos in Week 1.

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