Energy was high for the Raiders' first camp practice. The squad hit the field in the early morning to beat the heat at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Post-practice, Geno Smith and Maxx Crosby talked about their excitement to be back on the field and the new additions to the roster.

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While it's hard for players to make a major impression without pads, rookie WR Dont'e Thornton has been a constant in the starting lineup.