May 26, 2015; Alameda, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders receivefr Michael Crabtree (15) at organized team activities at the Raiders practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Amari Cooper isn't the only wideout the Raiders are trying to push passes to. Kirby Lee USA TODAY Sports
Michael Crabtree has proven that last season's low output was a coincidence, not a fluke.
Now, he'll get to prove what he's capable of with a few more passes coming his way.
"He's been terrific," offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave told the team's website. "We just want to keep building his role in the offense."
The first-year Raider has 27 catches for 318 yards and a touchdown through five weeks. That obviously outpaces his 68-catch, 698-yard season in San Francisco last year.
The production is there; so is the know-how. Crabtree was a dominant No. 1 receiver just a few short seasons ago; he's already been a guy who keeps defenses humble.
"'Crab' is going to be 'Crab.'" quarterback Derek Carr said. "Just like he did, big third-down conversions, running seam routes, big catches in crucial times. He's going to be that guy for us."
MORE NEWS: Want stories delivered to you? Sign up for our NFL newsletters.
Receive your weekly recap of all the happenings around the world of sports.