Raiders 7-round mock draft: Predicting 10 picks to Las Vegas

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) is pressured by Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 43-20.

The Raiders are switching officially to a 3-4 defense this year. That defense requires a nose tackle. Something they don't currently have. Kayden McDonald is considered the best nose tackle prospect in this draft, but I don't see him making it out of the first round. The thing is, though, that Banks could have been the top guy in this draft had he not been lost to injury early last season. He was looking like he was headed for that kind of Senior season before his injury. And he returned for the final two games of last season so there should be no fear that his injury could linger.

Other possibles: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington -- the ideal X receiver in this draft for the Raiders...if he is still on the board at this point.

Round 3, pick 67 -- Ted Hurst, WR, Georgia St

Nov 1, 2024; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Ted Hurst (16) makes the catch against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Hurst is one of the more intriguing X-receiver prospects in this draft. The one big thing that has him still on the board at this point in the draft is level of competition. What makes him intriguing is his physical tools. He his 6-4 and runs a 4.42 40. While he does all the things you expect from an X -- fades, high-points, etc -- he also doesn't have the kind of limited route tree often associated with receivers of his type. There's a lot to work with here.

Other possible: Should the Raiders perhaps land a receiver with their round two pick, this could be a spot to get a DT. Someone like Christen Miller or Domonique Orange.

Round 4, pick 102 -- Kamari Ramsey, S, USC

29. Buffalo Bills - Kamari Ramsey, S, USC

Raiders GM John Spytek sees a deep class of safeties this year and they have been open about needing to add talent at the position. Ramsey put up exceptional numbers in his second year as a starter in 2024. Those numbers took a hit last season when he was asked to play out of position at nickel corner. All the while, he was calling plays on the defense, thus showing his intelligence and versatility.

Other possible: Penn State's Zakee Wheatley is another intriguing safety prospect. He is longer and not as versatile as Ramsey, but has the tools to be a standout free safety at the next level.

Round 4, pick 117 -- Charles Demmings, CB, Steven F Austin

Cornerback Charles Demmings (16) of Stephen F. Austin guards wide receiver Josh Cameron (34) of Baylor.

Demmings was a supreme athlete in high school who didn't really get into football until his senior season. Known for having an eye-on-the-prize work ethic, once to realized his future could be in football, he committed himself to being great. He also committed to staying at SFA and earning his degree. This despite several power four schools knocking on his door with the promise of NIL money. Raiders GM John Spytek has said he greatly respects college players who have that approach. See: Ashton Jeanty. There is a lot to love about Demmings from a characters standpoint.

Other possible: Daylen Everette, CB, Georgia -- A highly intelligent player with a lot of experience (three-year starter) against top flight competition.

Round 4, pick 134 -- Travis Burke, T, Memphis

Oct 25, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Tigers offensive lineman Travis Burke (78) gestures toward the South Florida Bulls defense on the line of scrimmage during the second half at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

Burke was the starting right tackle for the Tigers last season. He worked his way up in the college ranks, developing physically. Now the nearly 6-9, 330-pounder has put himself squarely on the NFL Draft radar. Though he played last season at right tackle, he had been a full-time starting left tackle at Florida International the previous two years, which helps his value because he would presumably be able to come in and battle for either the starting right tackle job or the backup swing tackle spot.

Other possible: This could be a spot to think about adding linebacker depth. Someone like TCU's Kaleb Elarms-Orr

Round 5, pick 175 -- Febechi Nwaiwu, G, Oklahoma

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Febechi Nwaiwu (54) against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Spytek is on record as saying you can't have too many offensive linemen. They went guard and tackle with back-to-back picks in last year's draft, I think they could do it again in this one. Nwaiwu is a high-character performer who worked his way up from walk-on at North Texas to an All-SEC performer at Oklahoma. You like the upside of players like that.

Other possible: Doubling up on wide receiver here might be worthwhile. Someone like Oregon's Malik Benson would be a nice addition as a supreme athlete whose big play numbers were among the best on college football last season.

Round 6, pick 185 -- Le'Veon Moss, RB, Texas A&M

Oct 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies running back Le'Veon Moss (8) runs the ball in for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Florida Gators at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

The Raiders need a grinder who can complement Ashton Jeanty in the backfield. Moss is the ideal player in this draft for that job. He averaged nearly six yards per carry over the past two seasons while scoring 16 touchdowns. Injuries were his main issue, but being that he would see limited snaps behind Jeanty, that would be less of a concern. He could come in as the smash behind Jeanty's dash. Just what this offense needs to keep Jeanty fresh.

Other possible: This could be a good spot to take a flyer on an under-the-radar edge rusher like Western Michigan's Nadame Tucker.

Round 6, pick 208 -- Hezekiah Masses, CB, Cal

Sep 6, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears defensive back Hezekiah Masses (5) during the third quarter against the Texas Southern Tigers at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Depth and competition at corner is needed. So, getting another one late is smart. Masses. Masses thrust himself onto NFL radars last season after transferring to Cal from Florida International. He led the FBS in pass breakups last season while picking off five passes. His one issue is getting too aggressive and handsy which leads to penalties (eight last season). But there's plenty there to try and develop.

Other possible: Carver Willis, G, Washington -- should they look at another position in round five, this 6-5 tackle would be worth a shot to move to guard.

Round 7, pick 219 -- Trey Smack, K, Florida

Nov 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Florida Gators kicker Trey Smack (29) kicks off during the first quarter against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

There is no consensus best kicker in this draft. But Smack appears to have the best combination of accuracy (81%) and distance (long of 56) in this year's class. The Raiders will need to bring in a kicker to compete with newly signed Matt Gay and getting one late in this draft would ensure they get their preference as opposed to hoping for an undrafted free agent to choose them.

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