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Raiders draft grades roundup: Wide praise for Las Vegas 2026 class
TL;DR
The Raiders received widespread praise for their 2026 draft class, highlighted by the selection of QB Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick. The team's strategic trades and ten total picks contributed to positive draft grades across the NFL.
Key points
- Raiders had a successful 2026 draft
- QB Fernando Mendoza was the first overall pick
- Team made ten total picks
- Strategic trades were executed
- Draft grades were largely positive
Las Vegas RaidersFernando MendozaTyree Wilson
The Raiders had a very exciting draft. From expected pick of number one overall QB Fernando Mendoza, to some unexpected day two picks, to some savvy day three maneuvering. Once all was said and done, the draft grades across the NFL seemed largely positive.
I gave my pick-by-pick and overall grade for this Raiders draft class. But the rest of the NFL just goes with the full draft class approach.
The most important pick was the most obvious one for the Raiders. That was the selection of QB Fernando Mendoza at the top of the draft.
In total, they made ten picks, traded down twice, up twice, and sent Tyree Wilson and a pick to New Orleans to move get a fifth round pick. Here are the ten picks that came from it:
| 1.1 | Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana |
| 2.38 | Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona |
| 3.67 | Keyron Crawford, DE, Auburn |
Q&A
What were the key picks in the Raiders 2026 draft class?
The key pick was QB Fernando Mendoza, selected first overall, along with nine other strategic picks made by the Raiders.
How did the Raiders improve their draft position in 2026?
The Raiders traded down twice and up twice, including sending Tyree Wilson and a pick to New Orleans to acquire a fifth-round pick.
What was the overall reaction to the Raiders' 2026 draft grades?
The overall reaction was largely positive, with many analysts praising the Raiders' draft strategy and selections.
