3. LB Rod Martin (Pick No. 317)

Drafted in the 12th round of the 1977 NFL Draft, you can make a case that Rod Martin was one of the greatest steals in Raiders’ history. Martin quickly became one of the league’s best linebackers, starting 147 games between 1978-1988.

The best season of his career came in 1984, as he was named a first-team All-Pro linebacker. Martin would go on to make two Pro Bowls and helped the Raiders win Super Bowls during the 1980 and 1983 season.

During the 1980 playoffs, Martin had three interceptions, all three of which occurred in the Super Bowl over the Eagles. But despite his superhuman performance, Martin was not awarded the MVP of that game as voters chose quarterback Jim Plunkett over him despite only completing 13 passes.

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