Analyzing the Raiders' 2023 undrafted free agent signings
The 2023 draft is now over, but that doesn't mean Dave Ziegler and the Raiders are done. Ziegler has talked about the importance of hitting on undrafted free agents, so we know it is something he and his staff believe is important. So, without further ado, let's take a look at the Raiders' undrafted free-agent signings. […]
The 2023 draft is now over, but that doesn't mean Dave Ziegler and the Raiders are done. Ziegler has talked about the importance of hitting on undrafted free agents, so we know it is something he and his staff believe is important.
So, without further ado, let's take a look at the Raiders' undrafted free-agent signings.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ 2023 undrafted free agents
McClendon Curtis, OT, Chattanooga

The skinny: Curtis played at right guard for the majority of his college career but showed the ability to play some left guard and left tackle as well. He was a sixth-year redshirt this past season and has elite physical tools. Curtis has a very powerful frame and rare arm length and wingspan. He is a long-term project, but the Raiders are banking on his physical traits.
Fun fact: Played basketball for all four years of high school
Career stats: 30 games at right guard, seven at left tackle, and one at left guard.
Dalton Wagner, OT, Arkansas

The skinny: Wagner was a three-star recruit coming out of high school and redshirted for his freshmen year. In 2018 he earned the starting left cackles spot for the Razorbacks before moving to the right side at the start of the 2019 season. In his senior season, he started 12 games as a right tackle. He maximizes his length with well-timed hands in pass protection and has a forceful punch that can knock the rusher off his rhythm. His height is considered an issue at times, as it creates limitations in his movement
Fun fact: Dalton's father played on the offensive line at Western Illinois, and his brother was an offensive lineman for Southern Illinois.
Career stats: Allowed 12 sacks, 41 QB hurries, and 12 QB hits
Jaydon Grant, DB, Oregon State

The skinny: Grant has good top-end speed and enough length to make plays on the ball. He can track the ball downfield and gets his head around when playing in a trail position. Grant also shows excellent ball skills when breaking on a route and is a good tackler in run support. Grant plays conservatively at times and will give large cushions when playing off. He is also susceptible to double moves.
Fun fact: His father, Brian, played in the NBA from 1994-2006.
Career stats: 223 tackles, nine interceptions, 19 passes defended, four forced fumbles
Azizi Hearn, DB, UCLA

The skinny: It is hard to see Hearn translating as an NFL CB due to his lacking of the ball skills and anticipation needed at the position. However, due to his size and athleticism, he could project as an NFL safety. He is a nice wrap-up tackler and has plenty of experience tackling around the box. He is quick to the punch and possesses the physical talent and NFL measurables. Not great at reading and jumping routes.
Fun fact: Admires the NFL's Deion Sanders, Emmitt Smith, and Barry Sanders and the NBA's LeBron James and Kobe Bryant
Career stats: 146 tackles, zero interceptions, and seven passes defended
Jordan Perryman, DB, UC Davis

The skinny: Perryman is a fluid mover with average speed, and his length allows him to cover effectively downfield. He has great route recognition and does a good job getting his head around in time when playing with his back to the line of scrimmage. He is also a very aggressive tackler. He is better in press coverage than in off coverage and will sometimes give up throws underneath.
Fun fact: Played three sports in high school (football, track, and basketball)
Career stats: 121 tackles, 13 pass breakups, and three interceptions
- Azizi Heam, DB, UCLA
- McClendon Curtis, OT, Chattanooga
- Dalton Wagner, OT, Arkansas
- Jaydon Grant, DB, Oregon State
- Jordan Perryman, DB, UC Davis