5 surprise players the Las Vegas Raiders could draft in the first round
By Nick Ellis
The Las Vegas Raiders hold two first round picks in 2020, and here are five guys they could shock the world and draft next Thursday.
The Las Vegas Raiders are in prime position once again in the NFL Draft, as they hold multiple first round picks for the second straight year. In 2020, the Silver and Black will hold both the No. 12 and No. 19 overall selections, so you know there are going to be fireworks next Thursday.
The franchise has not made the obvious pick over the last two drafts, as they have turned heads with their first selections in both 2019 and 2018. As they look towards 2020, they have their needs, but you never know what can happen on draft night.
Last year, the Raiders made a surprise pick with Clemson edge rusher Clelin Ferrell with the fourth pick of the NFL draft, passing the obvious pick in Kentucky’s Josh Allen. The year before, the Raiders traded back and selected offensive tackle Kolton Miller, who was not seen by many as a first round talent.
With that being said, what players could the Raiders select in this draft that will blow people’s minds? Will the Raiders select a quarterback, an unexpected wide receiver, or a position that does not even appear to be a need?
We dive into five possible surprising picks in the first round.