We’re just four hours from the start of the NFL draft. And if you’re a Raiders fan and you’re not antsy, check your pulse. They have two picks tonight, and currently have another three on day two.
There are a couple needs that stand out above the rest. Then there are a few other positions which could use some attention as well.
Tonight they pick at No. 12 and No. 19. The consensus is they will take a wide receiver and a cornerback, most likely in that order. But as predictable as we like to think the draft can be, it only takes one team doing something unexpected to throw a wrench in everything that follows.
So, it’s best to cover all possible scenarios, including prospects the Raiders could get in a trade up or trade down scenario.
Let’s go through the Raiders’ needs in order of importance with the top five at that position to follow.
1. Wide receiver
Someone is needed to start opposite Tyrell Williams.
Top of First Round
- CeeDee Lamb, Oklahoma
- Jerry Jeudy, Alabama
- Justin Jefferson, LSU
- Henry Ruggs III, Alabama
Bottom of First Round and Beyond
- Brandon Aiyuk, Arizona St
- Denzel Mims, Baylor
- Jalen Reagor, TCU
- Tee Higgins, Clemson
- Laviska Shenault, Colorado
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