Oakland Raiders: 15 defensive players to target in the first round in 2019
By Brad Weiss
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One of the more underrated linebackers in this draft class is Anfernee Jennings from Alabama, who has a tremendous nose for the ball. He is not only great at getting the edge and getting after the quarterback, but he is a guy who can either play inside, or outside linebacker, making him a versatile talent.
Some have Jennings going in the second round, but the Raiders may want to get him later in round one, if their picks are as staggered as they are expected to be. Jennings has that first quick step that you look for in a linebacker, and the Raiders need players who can handle the outside in Guenther’s 4-3 scheme.