Raiders Claim Brodric Martin-Rhodes to Strengthen Defense

The Las Vegas Raiders have claimed defensive tackle Brodric Martin-Rhodes off waivers from the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move aimed at strengthening their defensive line. According to the Harrisburg Patriot-News, Martin-Rhodes was released by the Steelers to make room for outside linebacker Jeremiah Moon, having been a third-round pick by the Detroit Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that Martin-Rhodes, who stands at 6-foot-4 and weighs 337 pounds, will meet the team in Houston ahead of their game but might not be ready to play immediately. Coach Pete Carroll expressed optimism about Martin-Rhodes's potential, citing his size and unique playstyle compared to current players.

Defensively, the Raiders have been thin at the tackle position, making this acquisition particularly significant as they prepare for upcoming games. Martin-Rhodes has seen limited action in the NFL, with just four tackles across six games in his career thus far, including a brief stint with the Chiefs before joining Pittsburgh.

The Raiders utilized their favorable waiver priority to secure him, and this could be a crucial move for their defensive strategy moving forward.