Raiders Countdown to Kickoff: 41: Who wore it best, who's wearing it now

As we make our way through August and into the meat of training camp, the regular season draws nearer and nearer. Now 41 days from the Raiders' season opener we look at a man who was known for his talk and his ability to back it up with his play.

Who wore it best: LB Phil Villapiano

A fiery vocal leader of the Raiders defense in the 70s. He was originally a second round pick by the Raiders in 1971 and spent the first nine years of his 13-year NFL career in Oakland. In that time he started in all but one game in which he appeared and outside of an injury shortened 1977 season, he never missed a game.

He was named to the Pro Bowl four straight seasons from 73-76. He was the hero of the Raiders' famous ‘Sea of Hands' game against the Dolphins in the 1974 playoffs as he had the game-clinching interception. He was also a major factor in the Raiders winning their first Super Bowl following the 1976 season.

Who's wearing it now: CB  James Dockery

The California native grew up a Raiders fan and jumped at the chance to sign with them this offseason as a free agent from the Carolina Panthers. He has appeared in 31 games in his four-year career with two starts. Without a great many options for corners on the market, Dockery was the only free agent cornerback addition. He is currently in a battle for a roster spot with several other young and inexperienced corners.

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