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Nov 23, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) reacts after a touchdown against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images Matt Bush-Imagn Images

Report: Top Raiders WR Targets Ranked

Originally posted on Las Vegas Raiders on SI
By Michael France | Last updated Apr 5, 2025 4:30 PM ET

The Las Vegas Raiders will look to add playmakers alongside All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers and a top wide receiver will be on their big board.

Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema ranked the top options in the 2025 NFL Draft, and several have been linked to the Raiders throughout the draft cycle.

1. Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona

Sikkema: "McMillan has All-Pro potential because of his length, athleticism and football intelligence. He's a smooth criminal of a receiver who was the focal point of Arizona‘s offense. He is a unique talent who deserves to be considered in the top 10 of the 2025 NFL Draft."

2. Luther Burden III, Missouri

Sikkema: "Burden is an ideal “five-tool,” multi-sport athlete for the receiver position in the NFL. The first-round talent is as well-rounded as they come, displaying the ability to succeed at any receiver spot in any offense."

3. Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State

Sikkema: "There seems to be some draft fatigue with Egbuka, who has been talked about as an NFL prospect for three years. Don't fall for it. He's a high-floor, versatile and savvy receiver as a borderline WR1/WR2."

4. Matthew Golden, Texas

Sikkema: "Golden is a talented player whose movement skills should translate well to the NFL. His advanced avenues of success — whether through beating press, impressive footwork, after-the-catch ability or kick-return prowess — make him a player who could be a high-end WR2 in the league."

5. Elic Ayomanor, Stanford

Sikkema: "Ayomanor's size, intelligence at receiver, play strength and experience against press coverage make him an ideal “X” prototype with the talent to become an NFL starter."

6. Jack Bech, TCU

Sikkema: "Bech, at his best, has the makings of an impact WR2 at the NFL level, but he needs to continue to grow to win consistently in his releases against press and in his routes. His sure hands and playmaker mentality won't be an issue."

7. Jayden Higgins, Iowa State

Sikkema: "Higgins is a reliable possession receiver who can run a diverse route tree from any alignment thanks to impressive foot quickness. He won't be an athletic standout in the NFL, but he'll often be in the right place at the right time."

8. Xavier Restrepo, Miami (FL)

Sikkema: "Restrepo brings a strong slot receiver skill set to the NFL, where his production, separation scores and great hands give him a high floor with WR2/WR3 potential despite some high-end athleticism and size limitations."

9. Tre Harris, Ole Miss

Sikkema: "Harris projects as an alluring WR3 type for an offense that likes to push the ball down the field. His route tree and separation rates leave something to be desired, but he can keep a defense honest with his field-stretching ability."

10. Jaylin Noel, Iowa State

Sikkema: "Noel is a compact and powerful slot receiver who wins with a good first step and can succeed in an NFL offense where the quarterback holds the ball a little longer in the pocket. He'll need to be more dynamic after the catch to earn a consistent starting role in the league."

This article first appeared on Las Vegas Raiders on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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