Raiders rookie Malik Benson prepares for potential specialized role in Week 1

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Malik Benson is positioned to compete for a depth role as the team heads into its Week 1 opener against the Miami Dolphins. Head coach Klint Kubiak is expected to center the offense around quarterback Kirk Cousins, alongside focal points Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty. Benson, a sixth-round draft pick out of Oregon, recorded three receptions for 44 yards during the preseason. While Tre Tucker and Jalen Nailor enter the season as the starting wide receivers, Benson remains in competition with Jack Bech for additional snaps. Kubiak previously utilized rotational wideouts during his time as the Seahawks' offensive coordinator, providing a potential template for Benson's usage in the Las Vegas passing attack.

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