3 Moves Las Vegas Raiders Could Make Post-Draft

Following the NFL Draft, the Raiders still have $25.8 million in salary cap space. There is room to make a move at an ever-important position with Mendoza on the roster and likely to see the field as soon as Week 1. Free agents like Tyreek Hill, Stefon Diggs, Deebo Samuel, and Jauan Jennings all provide varying degrees of immediate impact.

One area they could also explore is the trade market. Could they lure in Brandon Aiyuk from San Francisco as their top playmaker, or even make a stunning trade for Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro A.J. Brown? I wouldn't rule out the Raiders as potential destinations for either high-end playmaker.

Adding a Veteran Presence at Cornerback

The Raiders' cornerback room is young, especially after drafting Jermod McCoy in the fourth round. I'm a big proponent of having veteran talent in the locker room at positions where there may be inexperience or youth, and Las Vegas' perimeter defense seems a bit young in my eyes, even if Eric Stokes has been around for a minute.

Marshon Lattimore or L'Jarius Snead aren't the world-beaters like they used to, but both would provide ample value and experience for Las Vegas within the locker room in a competitive division.

Make a Post-June 1 Trade for a Defensive Tackle

The defensive trenches for Las Vegas are still underwhelming, though Adam Butler remains a rock-solid middleman.

Yet, with the current salary cap space available, the Raiders could look to add a veteran defensive tackle who could provide their team with financial relief. One player that comes to mind is Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead, who would save them roughly $14.5 million in cap space by trading him, which should garner a late-round pick in 2027.