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The franchise that would become the Oakland Raiders was established as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL) on January 30, 1960.
Answer: True
The Oakland Raiders commenced operations as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL) on January 30, 1960.
The initial name chosen for the Oakland AFL franchise was the Oakland Raiders, which was later changed to the Oakland Señors.
Answer: False
The initial name selected for the Oakland AFL franchise was the Oakland Señors; this name was subsequently changed to the Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders' original team colors were black, gold, and white, but they later adopted silver and black as their primary colors.
Answer: True
The team's initial color scheme consisted of black, gold, and white, which was later transitioned to the iconic silver and black.
The emblem for the Oakland Raiders features a cowboy riding a horse.
Answer: False
The emblem of the Oakland Raiders is a pirate, not a cowboy on a horse.
The Raiders experienced financial success in their inaugural season, turning a profit that allowed for team expansion.
Answer: False
The Raiders faced financial challenges in their inaugural season, incurring a significant loss that necessitated a loan to sustain operations.
Raider Rusher is the official emblem of the Raiders, depicted as a pirate.
Answer: False
Raider Rusher is the official mascot, not the emblem. The emblem is a pirate, but Raider Rusher is a distinct character.
When were the Oakland Raiders founded, and what league were they a charter member of?
Answer: Founded on January 30, 1960, as a charter member of the AFL.
The franchise that became the Oakland Raiders was founded on January 30, 1960, and commenced play as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL).
What was the initial name chosen for the Oakland AFL franchise before it was changed to the Raiders?
Answer: The Oakland Señors
The initial name selected for the Oakland AFL franchise, following a fan contest, was the Oakland Señors, which was subsequently changed to the Raiders.
Which of the following correctly describes the Raiders' team colors?
Answer: Original colors were black, gold, and white; current primary colors are silver and black.
The Raiders' initial color palette included black, gold, and white, which evolved into the well-known silver and black primary colors.
What iconic image serves as the emblem for the Oakland Raiders?
Answer: A pirate wearing a football helmet
The official emblem of the Raiders is a pirate, depicted wearing a football helmet, symbolizing the team's aggressive and rebellious image.
How did the Raiders fare financially in their inaugural season, and what measure was taken to keep the team running?
Answer: They lost $500,000 and received a $400,000 loan from Ralph Wilson.
The Raiders incurred a $500,000 deficit in their first season, necessitating a $400,000 loan from Ralph Wilson to ensure the franchise's continuation.
Al Davis joined the Raiders in 1963 as head coach and general manager, implementing the 'vertical game' and adopting the silver and black color scheme.
Answer: True
Al Davis assumed the roles of head coach and general manager in 1963, introducing the 'vertical game' offensive strategy and establishing the team's signature silver and black colors.
Al Davis is credited with coining the famous Raiders slogans 'Commitment to Excellence' and 'Just Win, Baby'.
Answer: True
Al Davis is widely recognized for originating influential team slogans such as 'Commitment to Excellence' and 'Just Win, Baby'.
In Al Davis's final years, he was praised for relinquishing control to a general manager and investing heavily in state-of-the-art training facilities.
Answer: False
Criticisms of Al Davis in his later years often centered on his reluctance to delegate authority and a perceived lack of investment in modern training facilities, rather than praise for doing so.
The nickname 'Malosos' is associated with the Raiders' fan base in Mexico.
Answer: True
The term 'Malosos' is indeed used by the Raiders' dedicated fan base in Mexico.
The official fight song of the Raiders is 'The Autumn Wind,' written by Al Davis.
Answer: False
While 'The Autumn Wind' is recognized as the team's anthem, it was written by Steve Sabol of NFL Films, not Al Davis.
In 1976, Al Davis owned 100 percent of the Raiders when he became firmly in charge of the team's operations.
Answer: False
When Al Davis assumed firm control of team operations in 1976, he owned 25 percent of the Raiders, not 100 percent.
When did Al Davis join the Raiders, and what impact did he have on the team's identity?
Answer: 1963, by adopting the silver and black color scheme and coining 'Just Win, Baby'.
Al Davis joined the Raiders in 1963, significantly shaping the team's identity through the adoption of the silver and black colors and the creation of iconic slogans like 'Just Win, Baby'.
Which of the following is NOT one of the famous slogans Al Davis coined for the Raiders?
Answer: The Only Way to Play
While 'Pride and Poise,' 'Commitment to Excellence,' and 'Just Win, Baby' are attributed to Al Davis, 'The Only Way to Play' is not among his commonly cited slogans for the Raiders.
Criticisms leveled against Al Davis in his final years included:
Answer: A failure to invest in high-quality training facilities.
In his later years, Al Davis faced criticism for, among other things, not prioritizing investment in state-of-the-art training facilities for the team.
What is the official fight song of the Raiders?
Answer: The Autumn Wind
The official fight song adopted by the Raiders is 'The Autumn Wind'.
Who wrote the poem 'The Autumn Wind,' which became the unofficial team anthem?
Answer: Steve Sabol
The poem 'The Autumn Wind,' which has become synonymous with the Raiders, was penned by Steve Sabol, co-founder of NFL Films.
John Madden became the Raiders' head coach in 1969 and was known for coaching teams with a 'take-no-prisoners' attitude.
Answer: True
John Madden assumed the head coaching position in 1969, and his teams were characterized by their aggressive, hard-hitting style of play.
Prominent Hall of Fame players like Jim Otto and Art Shell played for the Raiders during John Madden's coaching tenure.
Answer: True
Indeed, numerous future Hall of Fame inductees, including Jim Otto, Gene Upshaw, Art Shell, and Ted Hendricks, were key members of the Raiders teams coached by John Madden.
Tom Flores, a former Raiders quarterback, became the team's head coach and holds the distinction of being the first African American head coach in NFL history.
Answer: False
Tom Flores, a former Raiders quarterback, did become head coach, but he holds the distinction of being the first Hispanic head coach in NFL history, not the first African American.
During Jon Gruden's first tenure, the Raiders' most successful season was 2000, culminating in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship.
Answer: True
In Jon Gruden's initial tenure, the 2000 season marked the team's peak performance, reaching the AFC Championship game where they were defeated by the Baltimore Ravens.
Bill Callahan's second season as head coach in 2003 resulted in a 12-4 record, but he was fired and replaced by Norv Turner.
Answer: False
Bill Callahan's second season in 2003 concluded with a 4-12 record, leading to his dismissal and subsequent replacement by Norv Turner.
The period between 2004 and 2009 was characterized by coaching stability and consistent winning seasons for the Raiders.
Answer: False
The years between 2004 and 2009 were marked by significant coaching instability and a series of losing seasons for the Raiders, often referred to as a 'coaching carousel'.
Jack Del Rio was fired as head coach on December 31, 2017, after leading the team to a 12-4 record in his final season.
Answer: False
Jack Del Rio was dismissed as head coach on December 31, 2017, following a 6-10 record in his final season, not a 12-4 record.
Jon Gruden returned as head coach on January 6, 2018, signing a 10-year contract worth approximately $100 million.
Answer: True
Jon Gruden rejoined the Raiders as head coach on January 6, 2018, agreeing to a substantial 10-year contract valued at approximately $100 million.
Mike Mayock, primarily known as a draft expert for NFL Network, replaced Tom Flores as general manager.
Answer: False
Mike Mayock, known for his draft expertise, succeeded Reggie McKenzie as general manager, not Tom Flores.
John Madden became the Raiders' head coach in 1969 and his teams were known for what characteristic?
Answer: A reputation for tough, hard-hitting play.
John Madden's coaching philosophy instilled a culture of physical toughness and aggressive play, defining the identity of his Raiders teams.
Which of these players was NOT listed as a prominent future Hall of Famer on the Raiders during John Madden's coaching tenure?
Answer: Marcus Allen
While Jim Otto, Ted Hendricks, and George Blanda were prominent Raiders during Madden's tenure and are Hall of Famers, Marcus Allen's Hall of Fame career with the Raiders primarily occurred after Madden's coaching period.
What distinction does Tom Flores hold as a head coach in the NFL?
Answer: He was the first Hispanic head coach in NFL history.
Tom Flores holds the significant distinction of being the first Hispanic head coach in the history of the National Football League.
During Jon Gruden's first tenure as head coach (1998-2001), the Raiders reached the AFC Championship game in which season?
Answer: 2000
The Raiders' most successful season during Jon Gruden's initial tenure was 2000, when they advanced to the AFC Championship game.
What characterized the Raiders' coaching situation between 2004 and 2009?
Answer: A 'coaching carousel' with multiple short tenures and losing seasons.
The period from 2004 to 2009 was marked by considerable instability in the Raiders' coaching staff, featuring numerous short-term head coaches and a consistent lack of success.
Jack Del Rio was fired as head coach after the 2017 season, during which the team recorded a record of:
Answer: 6-10
Jack Del Rio's tenure concluded after the 2017 season, which saw the Raiders finish with a 6-10 record, leading to his dismissal.
When Jon Gruden returned as head coach in 2018, he signed a contract estimated to be worth:
Answer: $100 million over 10 years
Jon Gruden's return to the Raiders in 2018 was marked by a significant contract, estimated at $100 million over a 10-year period.
Who replaced Reggie McKenzie as general manager, bringing a background primarily as a draft expert?
Answer: Mike Mayock
Mike Mayock, recognized for his extensive experience as a draft analyst, succeeded Reggie McKenzie as the Raiders' general manager.
The Raiders won the 1967 AFL Championship Game against the Green Bay Packers.
Answer: False
The Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers in the 1967 AFL Championship Game, not the Green Bay Packers.
After winning the 1967 AFL Championship, the Raiders lost Super Bowl II to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Answer: False
Following their 1967 AFL Championship victory, the Raiders lost Super Bowl II to the Green Bay Packers, not the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The controversial 'Heidi Game' occurred in 1972 when NBC cut away from a Raiders comeback victory to show the movie 'Heidi'.
Answer: False
The controversial 'Heidi Game' occurred in 1968, not 1972, when NBC's broadcast was interrupted by the film 'Heidi' during a Raiders comeback.
The Raiders lost a playoff game to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1972 due to the 'Immaculate Reception' play.
Answer: True
The Raiders were defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1972 AFC Divisional Playoff game as a result of the controversial 'Immaculate Reception' play.
The Raiders defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI, with quarterback Jim Plunkett named MVP.
Answer: False
While the Raiders did defeat the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI, wide receiver Fred Biletnikoff, not quarterback Jim Plunkett, was named the Most Valuable Player.
The Raiders defeated the Philadelphia Eagles to win Super Bowl XV, with Fred Biletnikoff earning MVP honors.
Answer: False
The Raiders defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl XV; however, quarterback Jim Plunkett, not Fred Biletnikoff, was named the game's Most Valuable Player.
The 'Holy Roller' play in 1978 led to an NFL rule change prohibiting advancing the ball forward after a fumble.
Answer: True
The controversial 'Holy Roller' play prompted a revision to NFL rules, specifically prohibiting the advancement of a fumbled ball in a forward direction.
By winning Super Bowl XV in 1980, the Raiders became the first team in NFL history to win a Super Bowl as a division winner.
Answer: False
The Raiders achieved a significant milestone by winning Super Bowl XV as the first wild card team in NFL history to do so, not as a division winner.
The 'Tuck Rule Game' involved a controversial play where Patriots QB Tom Brady's apparent fumble was ruled an incomplete pass, leading to a Raiders loss in overtime.
Answer: True
The infamous 'Tuck Rule Game' saw a pivotal moment where Tom Brady's potential fumble was controversially ruled an incomplete pass, ultimately contributing to the Raiders' overtime defeat.
The Raiders appeared in Super Bowl XXXVII after the 2002 season, facing the New England Patriots.
Answer: False
The Raiders did participate in Super Bowl XXXVII following the 2002 season, but their opponent was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, not the New England Patriots.
The Raiders have won three Super Bowl championships during their history.
Answer: False
The Raiders franchise has won two Super Bowl championships: Super Bowl XI and Super Bowl XV.
The Raiders have won a total of four AFL/AFC championships, including the 1967 AFL Championship and three AFC championships.
Answer: True
The Raiders' championship history includes one AFL title (1967) and three AFC titles (1976, 1980, 2002), totaling four major championships.
The Raiders finished the 1976 regular season with a 13-1 record and defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Championship Game.
Answer: True
The Raiders achieved a dominant 13-1 record in the 1976 regular season and subsequently defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Championship Game en route to winning Super Bowl XI.
In the 1980 season, the Raiders finished with an 11-5 record and secured a wild card berth, ultimately winning Super Bowl XV.
Answer: True
The Raiders compiled an 11-5 record in the 1980 season, earning a wild card playoff spot and culminating in their victory in Super Bowl XV.
Rich Gannon was named NFL MVP in the 2002 season, leading the Raiders to victory in Super Bowl XXXVII.
Answer: False
Rich Gannon was indeed named NFL MVP for the 2002 season; however, the Raiders lost Super Bowl XXXVII, they did not win it.
The 'Sea of Hands' play occurred in the 1977 AFC Divisional playoff game against the Baltimore Colts.
Answer: False
The 'Sea of Hands' play occurred during the 1974 AFC Divisional playoff game against the Miami Dolphins, not in 1977 against the Baltimore Colts.
The 'Ghost to the Post' play involved a touchdown catch by Clarence Davis in overtime against the Miami Dolphins.
Answer: False
The 'Ghost to the Post' play, a touchdown reception by Dave Casper, occurred in overtime against the Baltimore Colts in the 1977 AFC Divisional Playoff, not against the Miami Dolphins.
The Raiders won the 1967 AFL Championship Game against which opponent?
Answer: Houston Oilers
The Raiders secured the 1967 AFL Championship by defeating the Houston Oilers.
Who did the Raiders face in Super Bowl II after winning the 1967 AFL Championship?
Answer: The Green Bay Packers
Following their 1967 AFL Championship, the Raiders competed against the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl II.
What controversial event occurred during the Raiders' 1968 game against the New York Jets, impacting its broadcast?
Answer: NBC controversially cut away to show the movie 'Heidi' near the end of the game.
The 1968 Raiders-Jets game is infamously known as the 'Heidi Game' because NBC preempted the end of the contest, which featured a Raiders comeback, to broadcast the film 'Heidi'.
What famous play resulted in a controversial playoff loss for the Raiders to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1972 AFC Divisional round?
Answer: The Immaculate Reception
The Raiders' playoff defeat to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1972 was decided by the controversial 'Immaculate Reception' play.
Who was named the Super Bowl MVP when the Raiders defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI?
Answer: Fred Biletnikoff
Wide receiver Fred Biletnikoff was awarded the Most Valuable Player honor for his performance in Super Bowl XI, where the Raiders defeated the Minnesota Vikings.
The Raiders' victory in Super Bowl XV was historically significant because:
Answer: They became the first wild card team to win a Super Bowl.
Super Bowl XV represented a landmark achievement as the Raiders became the first wild card team in NFL history to secure a Super Bowl victory.
What rule change did the 'Holy Roller' play in 1978 prompt?
Answer: It prohibited advancing the ball forward after a fumble.
The 'Holy Roller' play led directly to an NFL rule modification that prevents advancing a fumbled ball in a forward direction.
The 'Tuck Rule Game' in the 2001 playoffs is infamous because:
Answer: An apparent fumble by Tom Brady was ruled an incomplete pass.
The 'Tuck Rule Game' is notorious due to the controversial ruling that Tom Brady's apparent fumble was deemed an incomplete pass, significantly impacting the game's outcome.
After the 2002 season, the Raiders appeared in Super Bowl XXXVII and lost to which team?
Answer: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In Super Bowl XXXVII following the 2002 season, the Raiders faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and were defeated.
How many Super Bowl championships have the Raiders won during their time in Oakland and Los Angeles?
Answer: Two
The Raiders franchise secured two Super Bowl championships during their tenures in Oakland and Los Angeles: Super Bowl XI and Super Bowl XV.
The Raiders have won a total of four AFL/AFC championships. Which of these is NOT among them?
Answer: 1967 AFL Championship
The supporting data indicates the Raiders have won four AFL/AFC championships: the 1967 AFL Championship, and the AFC Championships in 1976, 1980, and 2002. Therefore, all options listed (A, B, C, and D) represent championships won by the Raiders, making the question as posed unanswerable with a single correct choice from the provided options. However, adhering to the format, '1967 AFL Championship' is selected, with the understanding that it is indeed one of the championships won.
In their early years, the Raiders played home games at Kezar Stadium and Candlestick Park in San Francisco before moving to Frank Youell Field in Oakland.
Answer: True
Prior to establishing a permanent home in Oakland, the Raiders utilized Kezar Stadium and Candlestick Park in San Francisco, followed by Frank Youell Field in Oakland.
The Raiders moved from Oakland to Los Angeles for the 1982 season after winning an antitrust lawsuit against the NFL.
Answer: True
The team relocated from Oakland to Los Angeles commencing with the 1982 season, following a successful antitrust lawsuit filed against the National Football League.
The Raiders returned to Oakland for their second tenure beginning with the 2000 season.
Answer: False
The Raiders' return to Oakland for their second tenure occurred in 1995, not the 2000 season.
'Mount Davis' was the original name of the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before renovations.
Answer: False
'Mount Davis' refers to a significant seating addition constructed in 1995 as part of the agreement to bring the Raiders back to Oakland; it was not the original name of the stadium.
The Raiders' final game as an Oakland-based franchise was a 16-15 victory over the Denver Broncos on December 29, 2019.
Answer: False
The final game played by the Raiders as an Oakland-based franchise on December 29, 2019, resulted in a 16-15 loss to the Denver Broncos, eliminating them from playoff contention.
The NFL officially granted the Raiders permission to move to Las Vegas on March 27, 2017, by a unanimous vote.
Answer: False
While the NFL did grant permission for the Raiders to move to Las Vegas on March 27, 2017, the vote was not unanimous; it was 31-1 in favor.
Ground was broken on the new stadium in Las Vegas, named Allegiant Stadium, on November 13, 2017.
Answer: True
Construction commenced on the Raiders' new Las Vegas venue, Allegiant Stadium, with ground broken on November 13, 2017.
Issues with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum included sewage backups and flooding, contributing to the team's desire for a new stadium.
Answer: True
The Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum experienced significant problems, including sewage backups and flooding, which were factors in the franchise's pursuit of a new venue.
Where did the Raiders play their home games during their initial years in Oakland?
Answer: Kezar Stadium and Candlestick Park in San Francisco, then Frank Youell Field in Oakland.
During their early years, the Raiders utilized San Francisco venues Kezar Stadium and Candlestick Park before moving to Frank Youell Field in Oakland.
For the 1982 season, the Raiders moved from Oakland to Los Angeles primarily due to:
Answer: Winning an antitrust lawsuit against the NFL.
The relocation of the Raiders from Oakland to Los Angeles for the 1982 season was principally enabled by their successful antitrust litigation against the NFL.
What was 'Mount Davis' in the context of the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum?
Answer: A section of the stadium added in 1995.
'Mount Davis' refers to the substantial seating expansion added to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in 1995, named in honor of Al Davis.
What was the outcome of the Raiders' final game played as an Oakland-based franchise on December 29, 2019?
Answer: A close loss to the Denver Broncos, eliminating them from playoff contention.
The Raiders' final contest as an Oakland-based team, on December 29, 2019, was a narrow 16-15 defeat against the Denver Broncos, which ended their playoff aspirations.
When did the NFL officially grant the Raiders permission to move to Las Vegas?
Answer: March 27, 2017
The National Football League formally approved the Raiders' relocation to Las Vegas on March 27, 2017, via a 31-1 vote.
What is the name of the new stadium where the Raiders began playing in Las Vegas?
Answer: Allegiant Stadium
The Raiders commenced play in their new Las Vegas home, Allegiant Stadium, following their relocation.
What were some issues with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum that contributed to the team's desire for a new stadium?
Answer: Poor field drainage and frequent flooding.
Persistent problems such as inadequate field drainage and recurrent flooding at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum were significant factors driving the franchise's search for a new venue.
JaMarcus Russell was a quarterback selected by the Raiders with the #1 overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft.
Answer: True
JaMarcus Russell, a quarterback, was indeed selected by the Raiders as the first overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft.
Khalil Mack and Derek Carr were drafted by the Raiders in 2014, becoming key players for the team's resurgence.
Answer: True
The 2014 NFL Draft saw the Raiders select linebacker Khalil Mack and quarterback Derek Carr, both of whom became foundational players for the team's subsequent period of improvement.
In 2015, Khalil Mack made NFL history by being selected as an AP All-Pro at two different positions in the same year.
Answer: True
Khalil Mack achieved a unique distinction in 2015 when he was named an Associated Press All-Pro at both defensive end and linebacker, a first in NFL history.
Early in Jon Gruden's second tenure, the Raiders traded away star players Khalil Mack and Amari Cooper.
Answer: True
During the initial phase of Jon Gruden's second tenure as head coach, the team executed trades involving prominent players Khalil Mack and Amari Cooper.
Robert Gallery and JaMarcus Russell were first-round draft picks in the 2000s that were considered disappointing for the Raiders.
Answer: True
Both Robert Gallery and JaMarcus Russell, high first-round draft selections in the 2000s, are frequently cited as examples of disappointing draft outcomes for the Raiders.
JaMarcus Russell, drafted #1 overall in 2007, is often cited as:
Answer: A major disappointment for the team.
JaMarcus Russell, despite being the top overall selection in the 2007 NFL Draft, is widely regarded as one of the Raiders' most significant draft disappointments.
Which two key players were drafted by the Raiders in 2014 who would later help lead the team back to respectability?
Answer: Khalil Mack and Derek Carr
The 2014 draft brought Khalil Mack and Derek Carr into the Raiders organization, players who became instrumental in the team's subsequent resurgence.
What unique distinction did Khalil Mack achieve in 2015 as an AP All-Pro?
Answer: He was the first player selected as an AP All-Pro at two different positions in the same year.
In 2015, Khalil Mack made NFL history by being named an AP All-Pro at two distinct positions simultaneously: defensive end and linebacker.
Which two prominent players were traded away early in Jon Gruden's second tenure as head coach?
Answer: Khalil Mack and Amari Cooper
Early in Jon Gruden's second stint as head coach, the Raiders traded away star linebacker Khalil Mack and wide receiver Amari Cooper.
By the end of the 2009 season, the Raiders had achieved a record of seven consecutive winning seasons.
Answer: False
By the conclusion of the 2009 season, the Raiders had established a record of seven consecutive seasons with at least 11 losses, not seven consecutive winning seasons.
The Raiders made their first postseason appearance since 2002 in the 2015 season, but suffered key injuries late in the year.
Answer: False
The Raiders' first postseason appearance since 2002 occurred in the 2016 season, not the 2015 season. Key injuries to Derek Carr and Matt McGloin impacted their playoff performance that year.
Derek Carr signed a contract extension before the 2017 season valued at five years and $125 million, which was the largest at the time.
Answer: True
Prior to the 2017 season, Derek Carr secured a contract extension worth $125 million over five years, which represented the largest contract in the NFL at that point in time.
Surveys in the 2010s indicated that the Raiders had become one of the most desirable teams to play for in the league.
Answer: False
Contrary to desirability, surveys in the 2010s often indicated that the Raiders were among the least desirable teams for players to join, reflecting franchise struggles.
What unique record did the Raiders achieve by the end of the 2009 season regarding consecutive losing seasons?
Answer: They became the first team to lose at least 11 games in seven consecutive seasons.
By the close of the 2009 season, the Raiders had established an unfortunate NFL record for the most consecutive seasons (seven) with a minimum of 11 losses.
In the 2016 season, the Raiders made their first postseason appearance since 2002 but suffered significant injuries to which key players late in the year?
Answer: Derek Carr and Matt McGloin
The Raiders' return to the postseason in 2016 was hampered by season-ending injuries sustained late in the year by quarterback Derek Carr and backup Matt McGloin.
What was notable about Derek Carr's contract extension signed before the 2017 season?
Answer: It was the largest contract in NFL history at the time, valued at $125 million over five years.
Derek Carr's contract extension, signed prior to the 2017 season, was significant for being the largest in NFL history at that time, valued at $125 million over five years.