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The Raiders' Greatest First-Round Picks in the NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders have selected multiple players in the first round of the NFL Draft who went on to have historically great careers. Below are some, but definitely not all, of those players.

John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

Raiders Mock Draft 12.0: These Spytek Bold Picks Would Change Everything

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders are only ten days away from the much-anticipated National Football League (NFL) 2026 Draft and the presumed selection of their next franchise quarterback.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 13

Why Fernando Mendoza may, may not be NFL's next Joe Burrow

Those associated with the Raiders would likely be thrilled if Mendoza follows in Burrow's footsteps.

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The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

The Raiders' OL Prospect Checklist Heading Into the Draft

Las Vegas has 10 draft picks to work with, giving General Manager John Spytek the flexibility to build the team in his vision. One position the team must address is the offensive line.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 13

Raiders draft countdown: Chris Bahr is best No. 10 in team history

10 days remain until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick as this daily countdown continues through the franchise’s best players by jersey number.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

The Raiders' All-Offense 3-Round Mock Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new regime that clearly wants their offense to take a massive step forward next season. They've addressed the majority of their needs from last season, with them saving their most pressing need for the biggest moment.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

Don't Sleep on This Speedy WR in the NFL Draft

We all know the history with the Raiders organization when it comes to drafting speedy players, especially at the wide receiver position. The Raiders' draft history, when you look back at it and see the receivers that they have taken, the one thing they have in common is speed.

Kirk Cousins News / Football Analysis / April 13

Falcons Post ‘Rejuvenated’ Cousins Tribute While Paying $8.7M For Him To Start Elsewhere

The Atlanta Falcons posted a tribute to Kirk Cousins days after releasing him. A nice gesture, except for one detail: the organization still owes Cousins $8.7 million in 2026 salary while he starts for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

The Best Second-Round Gems in the Raiders' Storied History

The Las Vegas Raiders' history dates much further back than their time in the desert, as the Oakland Raiders began a legendary tradition decades ago. That tradition is what the Raiders are currently built on, as their success in past decades was resounding enough to last well beyond that time.

Maxx Crosby News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

The Advantage the Raiders Gain from Maxx Crosby's Return

There are players that are good, solid for many teams, but then there is a special group of players that teams make sure they game plan for when they are going into a game against them.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 13

Revisiting Jon Gruden 2.0, a flyer on OBJ, and drafting two QBs —Raiders Blog

Let’s get you caught up on all of the recent Las Vegas Raiders musings, including a closer look at Jon Gruden’s second stint, an Odell Beckham Jr. flyer, and more NFL draft talk.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins has already done what he promised never to do again in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders have the most iconic logo in all of the NFL, and Kirk Cousins realizes real quickly you don’t step on the shield. The Las Vegas Raiders have a very strong history and culture.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Kirk Cousins reveals what the identity of the offense will be in 2026 after Klint Kubiak wasn’t ready to share it yet months ago

The Las Vegas Raiders have a clear identity under Klint Kubiak, and Kirk Cousins shared what that will look like at his initial press conference. The Las Vegas Raiders have not really had an identity on offense since Jon Gruden was fired.

Nakobe Dean News / A to Z Sports / April 12

Raiders LB Nakobe Dean used the hatred formed from a bad situation in a positive way that somewhat helped lead him to Vegas

The Raiders got their linebacker in free agency, in Nakobe Dean, but he’s had a thing for Las Vegas since he was drafted. Every player in the NFL, or in sports in general, has had something that has served a purpose as a roadblock at some point in their career.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 12

Maxx Crosby opens up on the Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to bring in quarterback Kirk Cousins

The Las Vegas Raiders brought in veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to mentor potential rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, and Maxx Crosby seems to love the signing.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 12

Las Vegas Raiders had a pre-draft visit with a lethal downfield threat who could be found as a hidden gem on Day 3

The Las Vegas Raiders need another wide receiver in their WR room, and Malik Benson would be a good swing to take in Rounds 4-6, if he’s available. The Las Vegas Raiders are in an unusual position regarding their wide receiver group.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / April 12

Raiders defense will be strengthened by Nakobe Dean: A closer look…

Nakobe Dean signs a 3-year deal worth $36 million with the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency, so he will no longer play for the Philadelphia Eagles. The Dallas Cowboys, a well-known rival of the Eagles, made a similar offer to Dean, but he rejected it.