D-Up.

The defensive makeover is in full-swing. Today Oakland announce that they had signed not Terell Thomas, but Tarell Brown from the cross-town local rival 49ers. Brown is a solid corner who should be able to hold down the starting corner spot opposite D.J. Hayden. That's not to say that an additional top corner, ala Dominique Rogers-Cromartie wouldn't help. If Hayden can come out as a strong sophomore, this could be the Raiders best corner tandem in years -- which sadly, is not saying much. Oakland has also signed Antonio Smith. He should be a key contributor in both the 4-3 and 3-4 looks. Adding some stud youngsters to Oakland's newly-formed defensive front group might just be able to result in a sleeper defense, but hey, let's not hold our breath just yet. Fingers crossed.