Raiders sign seventh-round pick Schilens (UPDATED)
Chaz Schilens
The Oakland Raiders announced tonight that they have signed seventh-round draft pick Chaz Schilens, a wide receiver out of San Diego State.
Schilens is the third of the team’s five picks to sign, following first-round running back Darren McFadden of Arkansas and fourth-round defensive back Tyvon Branch of Connecticut.
Fourth-round wide receiver Arman Shields of Richmond and sixth-round defensive end Trevor Scott of Buffalo remain unsigned.
According to Raiders.com, Schilens said:
“I’m happy it’s over. I was waiting to get this done and I’m glad it’s over. Now we can get down to business. It was always a dream of mine to play in the NFL. We’ve got a good group of talented guys and there is a lot of competition. It’s been fun so far and I can only expect good things for the future.”
No word on who was released to make room on the 80-man roster for Schilens. Earlier, Ourlads Scouting Services reported fullback/tight end Tony Jackson was released to make room for Branch, who signed earlier this week.
No terms were disclosed for either Branch or Schilens.
Update: The Raiders waived offensive lineman Jonathan Palmer, signed off the Pittsburgh Steelers’ practice squad late last season, to make room for Schilens. Ourlads again with the report.
