Raiders Activate WR Dont’e Thornton Among Three Moves

The Raiders also waived DT Jonah Laulu and released WR Jamari Thrash from the practice squad.

Thornton, 23, was a two-year starter at Tennessee and transferred to the Volunteers after spending two years at Oregon. He led the entire FBS with 25.42 yards per catch in 2024.  

The Raiders used the No. 108 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Thornton. He’s in the second year of a four-year, $5,248,944 rookie contract that includes a $1,048,944 signing bonus.

In 2026, Thornton appeared in 15 games for the Raiders and recorded 10 receptions on 30 targets for 135 yards (13.5 YPC).