Oakland Raiders Roster Evaluations for 2015 NFL Season

Oakland Raiders: Biggest Roster Successes and Disappointments in 2015

Dec 24, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) celebrates as the Raiders defeat the San Diego Chargers during overtime at O.co Coliseum. The Oakland Raiders defeated the San Diego Chargers 23-20. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 24, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders nose tackle Denico Autry (96) sacks San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) for a safety in the fourth quarter during an NFL football game at O.co Coliseum. The Raiders defeated the Chargers 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

Denico Autry: Success

No one outside of the organization tweeted or raved about defensive lineman Denico Autry possibly earning extended snaps in 2015. He started the season as an unknown, but opposing players took note of him throughout the season.

Autry reached widespread acclaim when he sacked San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers in the end zone for a safety:

Denico Autry gets to Philip Rivers in the endzone.

Yup, that's a safety! #SDvsOAK https://t.co/ltBmu8IAAy
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) December 25, 2015

He displayed his skills as a solid defensive lineman before that televised matchup on Christmas Eve.

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In 14 games and eight starts, he compiled three sacks and became a key component to the Raiders’ stout run defense.

At 6’5”, 273 pounds, Autry can line up on the interior as a defensive tackle or exterior as a defensive end. The front office and coaching staff have favored versatile players capable of playing multiple positions, and Autry fits the mold.

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