While linebacker and safety aren’t premium positions in terms of demand in free agency or draft projection, the Raiders must restock both spots for the long-term future.

The team’s starting linebackers, Devin White and Elandon Roberts, have expiring contracts. White has played well enough to earn a new deal, but Roberts will be 32 in April. Jamal Adams, who transitioned from safety to linebacker, is also on a one-year contract. He’ll be 31 next year.

Jeremy Chinn can play multiple positions in the secondary, but he’s best suited to line up in the box. The versatile defensive back has allowed a passer rating of 105.3 (out of a possible 158.3) or worse in five out of six seasons.  

Las Vegas needs another young linebacker, whether it re-signs White or not, and a safety who can erase mistakes in coverage with takeaways.

Maurice Moton covers the NFL for Bleacher Report. You can follow him on Twitter @MoeMoton.