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John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20

Raiders Mock Draft 13: Spytek’s Bold Picks Revealed

HENDERSON, Nev.—It is finally here, the National Football League (NFL) annual selection process begins this Thursday, April 23, at 8 PM ET. It seems like the season ended just last week, when in reality this is our 13th NFL Mock Draft, and we skipped a week for the NFL Owners’ meetings.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20

The Raiders' Day Two Linebacker Options Keep Growing

The NFL Draft will kick off next week, and with it, a new wave of superstars will be waiting to etch their name into NFL history. For the Raiders, it's obvious how the first round will go.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20

Identifying Raiders Cornerstones Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

The NFL Draft is just days away as the Las Vegas Raiders make their preparations to presumptively select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick on Thursday night in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 20

Did Raiders come close to trading Fernando Mendoza draft pick?

It's assumed one reason the Raiders aren't moving off the first pick is that this year's draft class may be responsible for just one quarterback who is a true first-round talent.

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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.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 20

'Open to All Options:' Spytek, Raiders Ready for Draft Uncertainty

The Las Vegas Raiders have been wheeling and dealing all offseason. Since firing Pete Carroll, Las Vegas' front office has moved with pinpoint precision to add talent to its roster in free agency.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 20

John Spytek’s best plan to attack the draft for one of the Raiders’ biggest needs just became so much clearer less than a week out

The Las Vegas Raiders need a wide receiver desperately, but they may have reservations about taking one in the second or third round because of last offseason.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 19

Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 NFL Draft plan just got a whole lot easier with new Horizontal Big Board

The Raiders have many needs as they head into the 2026 NFL Draft. They only have so many picks to address it all. The Horizontal Big Board helps show where they should prioritize those needs.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 19

Raiders have a special connection on their roster that could push a need back even further in the draft and possibly to next offseason

The Las Vegas Raiders could push their need for another wide receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft back to this year’s draft, or they could just push it to next offseason.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 19

What Happens if Raiders Trade Down? Mapping Realistic Scenarios

The Las Vegas Raiders will enter the NFL Draft with 10 picks, and one of them has already been figured out. After drafting quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders have nine more opportunities to improve their roster.

John Spytek News / The Raider Ramble / April 19

John Spytek’s Raiders Board won’t budge to the mock draft hype

John Spytek isn’t following the mock draft hype; instead, he is establishing the Las Vegas Raiders’ draft board on his own terms while the rest of the league struggles to catch up.

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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

John Spytek News / The Raider Ramble / April 19

Against the grain: Why the Raiders and GM John Spytek should stand pat at No. 36

The argument for the Las Vegas Raiders to trade back in the second round is tidy and logical on its surface. More picks, more shots at instant starters, and more capital to address roster deficiencies.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 19

Raiders' Biggest Draft Steals and Busts of Spytek Era

The Las Vegas Raiders will soon get a better idea of how good or bad their most recent draft class really was. Many around the league are against a team with a bad roster selecting running backs high in the draft.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 19

Raiders Hold the No. 1 Pick But the Real Draft Will Be Won After It

LAS VEGAS — The spotlight is fixed on the top of the board, but inside Raiders headquarters, the mindset is much broader. Holding the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders are in position to reshape their franchise.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 19

Raiders Following Proven Path To Reshape Franchise

The Las Vegas Raiders are trying to climb out from the basement of the AFC, where they have resided for far too long. The Raiders, once one of the NFL's most storied and successful franchises, have made the playoffs only twice in the last 23 seasons and have failed to win either game.