The Raiders will work out quarterback Nathan Peterman, according to Ryan Talbot of New York Upstate (Twitter link). Head coach Jon Gruden was high on Peterman in the lead up to the 2017 draft, so Gruden might not need much convincing to sign him. 
“Peterman is ready to walk in and be a contributor,” Gruden wrote for ESPN in April of 2017. “He just looks like a pro quarterback — coming out of the huddle, running an offense with different formations, shifting, motioning, different patterns that other colleges don’t run. Peterman will recognize route combinations and associate formations.”
Gruden went on to predict that Peterman could “get in a huddle from day one and look at ten grown men and tell them where to go and what to do and handle a versatile snap count.” So far, that hasn’t been the case. The 24-year-old was released by the Bills earlier this year after posting arguably the worst results of any quarterback in NFL history.
Pro Football Reference’ “indexed” statistics, which adjust for era, allow us to contrast Peterman’s performance in today’s pass-happy league versus the bygone eras of run-based offenses and defense-dominated games. The results aren’t pretty. The adjusted numbers show that Peterman is dead last among all quarterbacks since 1970 in passer rating, yards per attempt, interception percentage, and numerous other passing statistics.
Still, the Lions, Broncos, Bucs, and Raiders are all at least a little curious about the Pittsburgh product. Given Gruden’s friction with starter Derek Carr, this is an audition to keep an eye on.
And yet, Kaepernick is unsigned.
Get over it man.
If you wanted to argue someone who is good has a chance, fine. But convincing yourself he doesn’t deserve a chance because you don’t like his politics is ignorant.
I can care less about his politics. It’s just getting old that when ever some qb signs with a team someone has to point out that Kaepernick is still not signed. The dude will never play in the nfl again.
It may be old, but he is clearly talented enough to be a backup. To believe he is not in the league due to his talent alone is naive.
I’ve never once have said that he isn’t in the league because he isn’t talented. So, if we are just going to assume, I going to assume that your the type of person that thinks he is not in the league solely based on his politics. I sure a team would sign him to their practice squad, but since he thinks he worth starting salary that’s not going to happen.
Another guy who thinks They know salary he is asking for. There is no quote from him or his agent stating what he’s willing to sign, but guys like keep making up their own quotes.
Nothing says NFL than $ backed patriotism.
Keep assuming NFL owners can’t afford contracts for the best players.
Google is simple. You just have to read both sides of the story not just the one you want to believe.
Please Point me in the direction where I can google an article that specifically says he wants starters money? I read plenty and I’ve yet to read a credible article where it says his asking price.
Because he is bad
2016: 17 touchdowns and 4 interception. 60% completion %. Pederman threw more interceptions in ONE game than Kaep in 12 gms. Just shutup with your nonsense.
LOL Peterman doesn’t have a job. Peterman threw those picks in the first game the year he was drafted. You expect them to release him that quick? He got released at the exact time he should have.
WHAT did you say about Peterman not having a job?
Oh wow the scout team until McCarron comes back from his newborn baby. Then maybe a chance at the pratice squad. Thats very relevant to Kap isnt it?
Dude, you said Kaep was a BAD QB, but when I posted numbers from the last season he played, you QUICKLY pivoted to something else. Don’t be a typical goal post mover. You were wrong
Peterman also signed a contract to the Raider’s practice squad. Something Kaepernick won’t do.
Peterman is on the practice squad. If they offered Kaepernick a practice squad see.ed pot you all would cry about that too.
peterman will contribute to another top 5 pick
tsolid your entirr talking point was comparing Kap to Peterman so dont give me this “moving goal post” nonsense. Kaps teams have won nothing since 2013. The dude is washed and cant contribute to a winning team
YOU said “he was bad” and I responded. Who cares who I compared him to?
Josh Johnson hadn’t played in an NFL game since 2011 before 2 weeks ago, but Kaep had 17/4 in 2016 and he’s washed up? I’m losing IQ points debating with an idiot.
Josh Johsnon is bad. Nate Peterman is bad. Mark Sanchez is bad. THEY ARE ALL BAD. Your a typical Kap fanboy. Yes he is washed up. Imagine thinking Kap makes anyone a playoff contender
Fanboy? That’s the best you got? You’re a WEAK debater, dude? When faced with facts you deflect just like the rest of the fools with weak arguments. Lamar Jackson must be washed up also, b/c the ONLY thing he does better than Kaep is run faster. Guess what? He’s surrounded by an excellent defense and look what’s happening. Keep trying before you bring your next weak argument
You: compares Kap to other players in an article about Nate Peterman. Me: talks about those other players. You: stop moving the goalpost. Its comical you think you can use them as a talking point but get mad when i call out your comp. Lamar Jackson is 10 years younger than Kap so another garbage comparison on your part. Also i dont think Jackson will be successful in the long run because he can’t pass.
Get mad? Dude, this is the Internet. Actually, I think it’s comical. I don’t get over internet discussions. FYI… even if did compare Kaep to other players, he still would be better than the bottom 5-8 starters in the league
Tsolid
Is Kaepernick better than a bunch of these bums? Of course he is. But Peterman is on the practice squad, Kaepernick is not going to any practice squad.
Politics aside the issue will be bringing in a back up that gets all the attention.
Now this offseason there will be QB openings in Jax, Washington, maybe Denver Tampa and Miami
He should get calls or I will agree with you on collusion