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Raiders 2020 NFL Draft mock roundup: Isaiah Simmons lands in Vegas

By Nick Ellis

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: A general view of a video board as the Oakland Raiders pick is announced during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: A general view of a video board as the Oakland Raiders pick is announced during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 07: K’Lavon Chaisson #18 of the LSU Tigers reacts in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs during the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 07, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 07: K’Lavon Chaisson #18 of the LSU Tigers reacts in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs during the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 07, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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Pick 14- K’Lavon Chaisson- EDGE- LSU

This is the first time I have seen K’Lavon Chaisson on one of these lists, but he certainly has some first round talent. The LSU sophomore has struggled to stay healthy, but he possesses traits that cannot be taught.

Chaisson is one of the most athletic edge rushers in college football, as he has incredible speed to get around the edge at 6’4 250lbs. Despite the fact the Raiders have gotten better getting after the quarterback this season, they still need help in that department.

Pick 18- Justin Herbert- QB- Oregon

If the Raiders decide to move on from Derek Carr and select a quarterback in the first round, Justin Herbert is the most likely for Mike Mayock to select. With Joe Burrow and Tua Tagovailoa likely off the board, the Raiders get a QB with athleticism, accuracy, and an arm to open up the offense.

It remains to be seen whether or not Carr will be the guy in Vegas, but Gruden has stuck by the narrative that he likes what he sees from him. If Carr is the guy, adding a quarterback in the first round makes absolutely no sense.

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