In building an NFL contender, any advantage is welcome. Raiders general manager Mike Mayock believes his team’s move to Las Vegas sweetens the pot for potential free agents.
According to The Athletic’s Vic Tafur, Mayock says he hears that NFL players, not to mention their agents, are intrigued regarding Nevada’s tax laws, which don’t collect income tax.
Additionally, Mayock said that Allegiant Stadium, complete with it’s glossy, black exterior and a view of the Las Vegas strip, is an attraction in itself to potential Raiders.
“There is definitely a buzz about our move into Las Vegas,” Mayock said. “Could be one of the big stories of free agency.”
As another advantage, the Raiders have ample space under the salary cap. They’ll certainly look to bolster their young roster with proven NFL players.
While doing so, the Raiders would be wise to continue building a roster with high-character athletes. The new stadium and advantageous tax laws are alluring, but so are the bright lights of the Las Vegas strip. That is a factor that Mayock apparently didn’t mention, but it’s undoubtedly causing a stir of its own around the NFL as the move draws closer.
