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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

Raiders NFL Draft Rumors: What’s Real, and What To Watch

The Las Vegas Raiders have an eventful few days ahead with the NFL Draft finally arriving. The Raiders will draft quarterback Fernando Mendoza. That is very real and all but a done deal.

Tre Tucker News / Dice City Sports / April 22

Raiders draft countdown: Tre Tucker is best No. 1 in team history

Tomorrow is the first round of 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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

One Bold Trade Could Completely Reshape the Raiders' QB Room

The Las Vegas Raiders have made big moves to shore up their quarterback room. Geno Smith and Kenny Pickett were both quarterbacks they traded for last offseason, and ultimately ended up with nothing.

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Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

Raiders 4-Round Mock Draft With Day To Go

Roughly 24 hours remain until draft day as the Las Vegas Raiders are expected to make the most consequential draft selection in recent franchise memory at No.

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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

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

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 22

Prospects Raiders Should Consider Trading Back Into First Round For

By now, if you are someone who follows the NFL, you know that the Las Vegas Raiders are going to take former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

1 Key Issue NFL Draft Can Fix for Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders have several reasons to look forward to the 2026 season, none more notable than the NFL Draft. Las Vegas looks to pair a solid draft with a strong start in free agency.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

1 Position Raiders Must Remember in NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders have already addressed most of the overarching issues plaguing the roster at the start of the offseason. By starting free agency with the signings of Tyler Linderbaum, Quay Walker, and Nakobe Dean, the Raiders have solidified key positions on offense and defense.

John Spytek News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

Spytek's NFL Draft Will Prove Vital for Raiders' Offseason

The Las Vegas Raiders are just a few days away from adding quarterback Fernando Mendoza and at least nine other draft picks. The Raiders have worked hard this offseason to make legitimate improvements to their roster.

Klint Kubiak News / A to Z Sports / April 21

Klint Kubiak just showed at OTAs that he already understands what kind of job he really took as the Raiders HC

The Las Vegas Raiders’ new head coach started OTAs in a way every Silver and Black fan should appreciate. Las Vegas Raiders’ new head coach Klint Kubiak is already understanding just how powerful a job he has.

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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

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

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Ashton Jeanty News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

Reflecting on Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty's Rookie Season

The 2026 NFL Draft is this week. We're almost there, everyone. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

John Spytek Cements Maxx Crosby's Future With Raiders

It has been a hectic offseason for the Las Vegas Raiders, who are entering a new era with head coach Klint Kubiak and incoming rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

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Ashton Jeanty News / Dice City Sports / April 21

Raiders draft countdown: Ashton Jeanty is best No. 2 in team history

2 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 21

The Raiders' Dream Second Round Scenario

The Las Vegas Raiders have the first overall pick, and there's very little left to the imagination on who they'll select. The Raiders front office has even gone as far as to say outright that they won't be trading the first overall pick, which means that it's inevitable how the NFL draft will kick off.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

1 Overlooked Aspect for Raiders That Deserves More Acknowledgement

The Las Vegas Raiders will enter the NFL Draft looking to take the next step in their roster rebuild. Fernando Mendoza is expected to be Las Vegas' first pick with the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

Three Dream Players for Raiders in Second Round of Draft

In a little over 48 hours, the Las Vegas Raiders will select Fernando Mendoza as the No. 1 overall selection in the NFL Draft, making him the highest Indiana Hoosier ever drafted.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 21

Complete 7-Round Mock Draft: Blueprint for Fixing Raiders

The NFL Draft is almost here, and few teams should be as excited about it as the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders' strong start to free agency made life much easier for Las Vegas' front office, which entered the offseason needing help at nearly every position group.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 21

Fernando Mendoza opens up about having Tom Brady as a boss with Raiders

Barring a shocking development, Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback Fernando Mendoza will soon have Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady as a boss.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20

Raiders Super Bowl champion Rod Martin passes away at 72 years old

While the Las Vegas Raiders’ future looks to be with Fernando Mendoza as the team has the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft, it’s important to remember the memories that came in the past, as a key member of that legacy has passed away.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / April 20

Hidden gems in every round of the 2026 NFL Draft that the Las Vegas Raiders could target due to fit and need

The Las Vegas could have a busy 2026 NFL Draft ahead of them. They have ten draft picks at their disposal. The Las Vegas Raiders are about to make some very tough decisions in the next few days.

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

Raiders' Spytek Drops Bold Take Days Before Draft

In the coming days, the Las Vegas Raiders will have another quarterback in their room who is going to make even more noise than he already has all offseason long.