Who are the top-5 late-round steals by the Raiders in team history?

Who are the top-5 late-round steals by the Raiders in team history?

2. CB Lester Hayes (Pick No. 126)

Arguably one of the best defensive backs in team history, cornerback Lester Hayes was a staple of the Raiders’ defense from 1977-1986. During his career with the Raiders, he recorded 39 interceptions as he developed the reputation of a shut-down cornerback.

The best season of his career came in 1980 when he had a league-leading 13 interceptions and 273 return yards. He was named an All-Pro cornerback during that season and would eventually be named the 1980 Associated Press Defensive Player of the Year.

Hayes would go on to make five straight Pro Bowls from 1980-1984 and helped the Raiders win two Super Bowls during his NFL career.

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