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On YouTubeJohn Spytek News / The Raider Ramble / April 29
All in on Fernando Mendoza: The draft that defines the Las Vegas Raiders’ future
The Las Vegas Raiders entered the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 1 overall pick and a mandate to turn the page. General manager John Spytek delivered a masterclass, landing a franchise quarterback while trading back smartly to accumulate value and address glaring needs on both sides of the ball.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 29
We graded every Raiders 2026 draft pick—and one grade will surprise you
Just like that, the 2026 NFL draft has come and gone. With 10 picks in hand, the Las Vegas Raiders had quite the haul. Some selections were as predictable as they come, while others caught the draft community off guard—for better and for worse.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29
Ranking the Raiders' 3 Best Draft Selections
It's been a couple of days since the Las Vegas Raiders completed their 2026 draft class, and it's still hard to come down from the excitement over all of the prospects they selected.
The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz
How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29
Raiders' Biggest Remaining Needs After Draft—What’s Still Missing
The Las Vegas Raiders have had an ideal offseason, making swift, efficient moves to improve their roster. The Raiders seemingly took their recent failures as motivation to make quality changes that have made them a much better team on paper than before.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Maxx Crosby News / HITC / April 29
Maxx Crosby reveals if he has talked to Fernando Mendoza after Raiders drafted him
Fernando Mendoza may be the new face of the Las Vegas Raiders, but he is not walking into the locker room alone. The No. 1 overall pick instantly brings expectations, pressure, and attention, especially at quarterback.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 29
Maxx Crosby shares powerful advice for new Raiders teammate Fernando Mendoza
During the latest edition of his podcast, Crosby offered some advice for his new teammate.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 29
One Raiders Player Who Dodged Major Draft-Day Bullet
The Las Vegas Raiders have had an extremely productive offseason. After using free agency to plug several holes on their roster with proven talent, the Raiders used the NFL Draft to address other, but equally important, needs elsewhere.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29
Raiders bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season
The Las Vegas Raiders have had an eventful draft season. Of course, with the first overall pick, the Raiders’ draft season was always going to be heavily watched by fans and analysts.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 28
Raiders are going to run into a huge roster issue everyone wishes to have now that the 2026 NFL Draft is over
The Las Vegas Raiders are facing a roster issue every team wants, but that doesn’t make it any easier when it’s time to cut down to 53 players. The belief that you can never have too many good cornerbacks is being challenged by the Las Vegas Raiders.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 28
Former Cardinals, Raiders, Giants DL Josh Mauro dies at 35
The English-born and Texas-raised Mauro enjoyed a solid college career at Stanford, where he totaled 21.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks over 47 games.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Las Vegas Raiders News / EasySportz / April 28
NFL Expert Grades Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Draft Class
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders delivered one of the most impressive performances in the 2026 NFL draft, earning an “A+” grade from EasySportz’s in-house NFL analyst in its team-by-team evaluation.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 28
Raiders didn’t hesitate to take CB Jermod McCoy in the fourth round, but there’s still a delicate plan they’re working on
The Las Vegas Raiders are aware that their new cornerback Jermod McCoy could need another procedure. The Las Vegas Raiders took a risk in the 2026 NFL Draft that 32 teams were scared to take for three full rounds.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28
Hall of Fame QB Speaks on Coaching Raiders' Fernando Mendoza
There is a new quarterback in town for the Las Vegas Raiders. That quarterback is the first overall pick, Fernando Mendoza. This is a start to what many expect will be a stellar career for the former Heisman Trophy winner and National Championship winner.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28
How Trey Zuhn III Fits Into Raiders' OL Plans
The Las Vegas Raiders selected Texas A&M offensive lineman Trey Zuhn III in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Zuhn was announced as a center, but the Raiders signed three-time Pro Bowler Tyler Linderbaum to take over as the starter.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28
Complete Raiders Offseason Guide: Draft Picks, Free Agents, and More
The Las Vegas Raiders used the NFL Draft to take the next step in their roster rebuilding process. The Raiders entered the offseason in dire need of talent of all kinds.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 28
Identifying Which Raiders' Rookies Will Make Impact in 2026
After a solid draft haul, the Las Vegas Raiders' plan for a successful offseason seems to be in full swing. Las Vegas entered the offseason determined to turn things around after multiple seasons with double-digit losses.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27
Former Raider Tyree Wilson shares thoughts on trade to Saints
New Orleans Saints edge-rusher Tyree Wilson is ready for his second act. During Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders dealt the former 2023 first-round pick (No.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 27
Golf’s Grass League Takes a New Step With Las Vegas Team
Las Vegas is the newest market to invest in the potential of par-3 primetime golf. The Grass League, a high-stakes competition featuring professional and amateur golfers in a team format.
Brock Bowers News / HITC / April 27
One No. 1 Pick, one north star: How Brock Bowers became the Raiders’ draft focus
The Las Vegas Raiders picked up Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick, held off on drafting a wide receiver until the sixth round, and passed on tight ends altogether.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 27
Biggest winners and losers on the Raiders after Las Vegas comes away from the 2026 NFL Draft as a much better team
The Las Vegas Raiders had one heck of an NFL Draft, but there are some losers, and there are certainly some winners. The Las Vegas Raiders nailed their draft class.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 27
Report updates if Raiders are serious about controversial Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision
Previously, Raiders GM John Spytek and HC Klint Kubiak strongly suggested that they would like Mendoza to spend a significant amount of time learning about life in the NFL while serving as a backup for Cousins.
Tyree Wilson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 25
Trade: Raiders Trading EDGE Tyree Wilson To Saints
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Raiders are trading former first-round EDGE Tyree Wilson to the Saints. The Raiders have acquired a 2026 fifth-round pick (150th overall) from the Saints in return for a 2026 seventh-round pick (219th overall) and Wilson.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 24
Mendoza keeps it simple after No. 1 pick: earn it
Fernando Mendoza’s first Raiders news conference Friday afternoon sounded like a quarterback who already knows the quickest way to lose a locker room in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 24
NFL Draft: 5 steals the Raiders can’t afford to miss on Day 2
Night one is over. Night two is where drafts are won. After a first round full of surprises from other NFL teams—some welcome, some head-scratching—the Silver and Black now hold the 36th pick with a loaded board still in front of them.
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