What are the expectations for individual performances among the Oakland Raiders’ best players? Will defensive end Khalil Mack reach 20 sacks in 2016?

We’re coming up on a new season with renewed expectations. For the Oakland Raiders, it’s playoff time or bust.

Nonetheless, we’ll dig a little deeper and discuss over-under predictions.

Players seldom elaborate on their individual goals and aspirations. However, there are contract incentives and mental plateaus to break through during the season.

How bright can the Raiders’ best players shine in the upcoming season?

Will defensive end Khalil Mack record more than 18 sacks? Can running back Latavius Murray eclipse 1,000 rushing yards in consecutive seasons? Have the offensive skill players matured enough to help quarterback Derek Carr surpass the 4,000-yard threshold?

All three expectations mentioned above are realistically in reach. Will each player burst through the statistical ceiling?

Football will forever carry the label as the ultimate team sport, but there’s also self-pride and accolades.

What’s the over-under on individual statistical expectations as well as team goals? We’ll go through five for the upcoming season.