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The Raiders have acquired QB Carson Palmer for a 2012 first-round draft pick and a conditional 2013 first-round pick that would become a second-round pick if the Raiders fail to win a playoff game this year.
Take: Despite Bengals owner Mike Brown repeated claims that Palmer was now retired - stemming from an argument between Palmer and the Bengals front office that led to Palmer requesting to be traded or he would retire - the Raiders managed to acquire the former number one overall pick in a deal that will leave many scratching their heads. Giving up one first-round pick, and potentially a second first-rounder seems crazy after the recent CBA, but the Raiders have never been known for making rational, practical decisions. The Raiders will be the first team since 1989 to not have a first-round pick in next year's draft. As for immediate fantasy impact, it's tough to say. Palmer rejoins Oakland HC Hue Jackson, who was an assistant for the Bengals from 2004 to 2006. With that being said, Palmer has had little organized practice since demanding a trade several months ago and may take time learning the Raiders' offense. Once he does learn it, Raiders skill position players should enjoy a slight increase in productivity. Perhaps the biggest winner will be Darren McFadden, who should expect to enjoy fewer eight-man fronts and greater use in the passing game.
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