The Oakland Raiders are trying to change their culture in the second season with Jon Gruden as head coach by adding players they want. Among the new additions, Richie Incognito has the most to gain.

In an article by Scott Blair of NBC Sports, Richie Incognito spoke about how he is looking for “redemption” in Oakland. The veteran guard didn't know if he'd play in the NFL again after causing drama at his previous stops.

“It’s about redemption,” Incognito said after Saturday’s training camp practice. “It’s about Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden and the entire Raiders organization giving me an opportunity, and I want to make it right. I want to make it positive for everybody. I want to contribute and be a team leader and I want to re-write the ending.”

Last season, Incognito spent the entire season training, readying himself for just one chance. No teams in the NFL showed any interest in the longtime guard.

After all, his resume was tarnished after a bullying scandal with the Miami Dolphins and some shocking off the field incidents this offseason and in prior seasons. Incognito realizes that his past helped make it harder on himself to secure another job.

When signing Incognito, the Raiders and Gruden knew there was a risk in signing Incognito. Oakland knew he'd be suspended for the first two games this season for violating the league's personal conduct policy.

Despite all of the luggage that Incognito carries, at 36-years old, he is trying to begin a new chapter in his life. One that is positive and can help Incognito overcome his previous shortcomings.

The Raiders have taken a chance on him when no one else would. Incognito is now the starting left guard for the Raiders. Along with starting, becoming a leader on the team is a focus of the Raiders troubled guard.

Incognito's mental health is a work in progress but the offensive lineman sees a chance at redemption here in Oakland. What he does with this opportunity remains to be seen.