5 possible surprise picks for the Raiders in the 1st round

As we saw in 2019, the Raiders under Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden aren’t afraid to take some risks early in the draft. By many accounts, Clelin Ferrell was the shock of the draft as the Raiders selected him at No. 4 over the likes of fellow defenders …

5. Minnesota DB Antonie Winfield Jr. 

Do you want a really out-of-no-where selection? Look no further than Minnesota defensive back Antonie Winfield Jr. The Raiders want to add defensive backs that can create turnovers, and that’s precisely where Winfield thrives. In 2019, Winfield intercepted seven passes, forced two fumbles, and added three sacks.

The  NFL bloodlines are certainly intriguing, and the Raiders might not be able to resist his play-making ability despite his smaller stature. Keep an eye on Winfield Jr. as a potential riser over the next few months.

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