We’ve reached 64 days until the Raiders season opener at Foxboro against the Patriots, With our countdown at 64 days we take a look at who currently dons the number in Silver & Black and who has brought it the most distinction.
No. 64Who’s wearing it now: C Jarrod Hufford
Hufford in an undrafted rookie out of Iowa State. He has been running third team at center this offseason behind Jackson Powers-Johnson and Jordan Meredith.
Dec 23, 1972; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Oakland Raiders guard George Buehler (64) and running back Charlie Smith (23) in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 1972 AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Three Rivers Stadium. The Steelers defeated the Raiders 13-7. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Who wore it best: G George Buehler
In the second round of the 1969 NFL Draft, the Raiders said Buehler? Buehler? Buehler? And selected the Stanford alum at 50 overall. In his third season, he took over as the full time starting right guard and remained there for seven full seasons. The Raiders made the playoffs six straight seasons during that time including winning Super Bowl XI following the 1976 season.
This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: Raiders countdown to kickoff No. 64: Who wore it best, wearing it now