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"They're a big presence. We really appreciate their support. They do a tremendous job. Our fans travel. Where ever we've been thus far, they've been there in large numbers and I think it'll be the same. Come on out, Raider Nation. We're excited about it."

Del Rio shared how defensive end Mario Edwards, Jr., is recovering and how the process is going.

"Yeah, he's just on the side. Until we get the clearance for him to join us in practice, he'll continue with the trainers. Like I said, he's with the trainers. They haven't given him the green light, so he'll continue to work with them until then."

With defensive tackle Stacy McGee out this week, the Raiders skipper touted a next man up mentality.