HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders were often referred to as “Patriots West” when then-coach Josh McDaniels was signing players he worked with in New England.

Current Las Vegas coach Pete Carroll is remaking the Raiders as “Seattle South” by bringing in players he had with the Seahawks.

The latest was wide receiver Tyler Lockett, who signed with the club Monday and joined other notable former Seahawks such as quarterback Geno Smith, linebacker Jamal Adams and left tackle Stone Forsythe.

Carroll acknowledged there is a comfort level with bringing in players he has coached because he knows what to expect.

“Certainly, that’s part of what’s going on here,” Carroll said. "Geno as well. Geno has thrown to Lock for years, and so they have a ton of background. They’ve been through

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