Can the Las Vegas Raiders improve in 2024?
Following the official hiring of Antonio Pierce, a newfound hope has been found in the Sin City. In Jordan Reid of ESPN‘s latest mock draft, the Las Vegas Raiders will continue their retooling by building through the trenches by selecting Oregon State offensive tackle, Taliese Fuaga.
Las Vegas Raiders Seven-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft
Round 1, Pick 13: Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State
“Last season’s starter at right tackle — Jermaine Eluemunor — left in free agency, creating a void on the right side of the offensive line. But Fuaga would be a plug-and-play option opposite left tackle Kolton Miller. Fuaga’s strength and physical temperament would be an asset to the Raiders’ front, as he gave up only one sack over his last two college seasons.”
Round 2, Pick 44: Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington
“This makes too much sense. Neither Aidan O’Connell nor Gardner Minshew are the Raiders’ long-term answer at quarterback, and Penix could even find himself starting at some point during his rookie season. He isn’t the most mobile QB prospect, but his deep ball is fantastic. Las Vegas passers had 18 interceptions (tied for fifth worst), completed 62.5% of passes (eighth worst) and averaged 6.6 yards per attempt (tied for seventh worst) last season.”
Round 3, Pick 77: Renardo Green, CB, Florida State
“Green — who broke up 14 passes and had 40 tackles last season — would bring good size and quickness to the outside, and I see starter-level upside.”
In rounds four through seven, ESPN have the Las Vegas Raiders selecting Boston College guard, Christian Mahogany (112), Clemson defensive tackle, Tyler Davis (148), Marshall tailback, Rasheen Ali (208), Southeast Missouri State wideout, Ryan Flournoy (223), and Grambling EDGE rusher, Sundiata Anderson (229).
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