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Former New England Patriots guard Damien Woody gave the NFL fans a moment to remember while talking about Colin Kaepernick and his chances of playing in the league. The 2-time Super Bowl champion believes that Kaepernick deserves an opportunity to showcase his abilities. Woody describes how the interest from the Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis was essential to Kaepernick getting his tryout.

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During this particular First Take segment with Stephen A. Smith, while discussing Kaepernick, Woody states, “I’ve always said when it comes to Colin Kaepernick there’s not you know 64 QBs you know walking this planet that’s better than Colin Kaepernick.” He believes that the time is finally here for the former Niners QB to show good he truly is after a 6-year hiatus.

Woody believes that there is a realistic chance of opening for the former Super Bowl finalist with familiar faces at the franchise. Kaepernick has previously played under Raiders offensive coordinator Mick Lombardi from 2013 to 2016 while playing in San Francisco. The analyst believes that the long due opportunity that Kaepernick was earlier devoid of has finally arrived.

Does Colin Kaepernick present an opportunity for Raiders HC Josh McDaniels?

While Kaepernick’s workout showed off his arm strength and conditioning, there is time before any official offers arrive. But his promising workout has turned heads, especially of Josh McDaniels, who has things to prove as an NFL head coach. McDaniels wants to prove himself, following an 11-17 record with the Denver Broncos between 2009 and 2010,

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The new Raiders head coach was desperate for his first big job in 2009. However, he has since grown wiser and ready for his current role.

The maturity of both Kaepernick and McDaniels over the years could be significant for their respective goals.

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In the upcoming NFL campaign, the Raiders collectively have to prove their contender status in the grim AFC West division. Whether or not they will have Kaepernick on their roster in 2022, the fans will turn up in numbers. The million-dollar question on the minds of NFL fans will be about upgrading the backup QB position.

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