Newly-signed Oakland Raiders running back C.J. Anderson is excited to get the opportunity to showcase his skills in front of his hometown fans.
Anderson was released by the Carolina Panthers back on Nov. 12, but after entertaining potential contracts from the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs, he chose to return to his roots.
The former Super Bowl champion played at California during his college days, and he's since gone on to grab a Super Bowl ring while playing for the Denver Broncos.
And now, he's ready to flip the page to a new chapter in his career, which includes playing for a team that he grew up loving.
From Scott Bair of NBC Sports:
“I grew up in the Coliseum,” Anderson said. “I came to a lot of games, screaming chants and all that. I know all about the history.”
He also quickly listed the players he followed closest as a kid.
“Charlie Garner was my favorite, when he moved from the 49ers over here,” Anderson said. “I like Napoleon Kauffman. I loved (Greg) Biekert. I love (Charles Woodson). I can go down the list.”
The Raiders are in complete rebuilding mode under first-year head coach Jon Gruden, so Anderson's long-term future with the team is unknown at this point.
However, it's certainly cool to see him get the opportunity to return home and play for a team that he knows plenty about.
Anderson will get his first action as a Raider when Oakland hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
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