Kevin Boss signs with the Raiders

The Oakland Raiders have signed former New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss to a four year, $16 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. That's a good deal for a proven tight end who will start right away in Oakland.

The Raiders lost tight end Zach Miller to the Seahawks, who signed him to a five year, $34 million deal with $17 million guaranteed. The Raiders are already in some serious money problems, so re-signing Miller was out of the picture.

Brandon Myers has been taking the starting reps at tight end for the Raiders, and Richard Gordon has also taken snaps. Converted rookie wide receiver David Ausberry could also be a factor on passing downs. Boss' fantasy value takes a big increase because the Raiders seem to target tight ends.