A look at free agent running backs who could interest Raiders

It’s not one of the Raiders’ primary remaining needs, but Jon Gruden and Mike Mayock would like to add another running back this offseason.

Ideally, Gruden would like a bigger back to use as a backup to star Josh Jacobs, who was the best offensive rookie in the NFL despite not winning the award. Again, Kyler Murray, Really? But I digress.

Jacobs took a beating on the way to having 242 carries, and ended up missing three games as a rookie. The Raiders’ need a better insurance policy.

The Raiders’ primary backups were Jalen Richard and Deandre Washington. They’re both effective players, but both are change-of-pace and not a type to ideally take a lead role as an injury replacement. Washington is a free agent and may not come back.

So, Las Vegas would like to add a bigger back. It could probably find one in what is a typically buyer’s market at running back.

Here are a few names the Raiders could consider:

Isaiah Crowell: The Raiders signed Crowell last year, but he tore his achilles. They could reconsider him, though, it was reported Seattle is interested.

Frank Gore: Gore isn’t big, but he plays like he is. The future Hall of Famer will be 37 in May, but he’s a different animal. He could still be a lead back as an injury replacement for a few games. “Frankie Football” is a total Jon Gruden-type. The two belong together. Gore and Jason Witten in the same offseason? Chucky would be bursting “Gruden Grinder’ pride.

Carlos Hyde: He had 1,070 rushing yards last season, so he will probably try to get a starting gig. But if the price is right, why not?