Las Vegas Raiders 2020 NFL Draft prospect profile: Tee Higgins

Fit in Las Vegas

As previously mentioned, taking Higgins at 19 may be a bit of a reach as a player like Justin Jefferson would present a better value. However, if the Raiders trade back and land somewhere at the end of the first or early in the second round, Higgins could be a value pick at one of those spots.

However, last year the Raiders reached for Higgins former teammate Clelin Ferrell, and we know Mike Mayock‘s affinity for players from big programs like Clemson. So taking Higgins at 19 can not be ruled out.

One thing missing from the Raiders offense since the departure of Michael Crabtree is a red-zone threat. At 6-foot-4, Tee Higgins is the perfect player to fill in that role. He doesn’t the speed or athleticism to stretch the field, but he is great in the red-zone, evidenced by his 20% touchdown rate in college. In addition, Higgins had the second-longest arms at the combine measuring in at 34 1/8 inches.

Despite not being a burner, Higgins is talented in the air and can come down with contested balls, something not many of the other players on the Raiders roster can claim to do.

With Tyrell Williams serving as the burner who can stretch the field and Hunter Renfrow as the slot receiver, Higgins can come in and provide value as the jump-ball, red-zone target. His solid route running will help the Raiders move the chains, and his height will be a huge boost in the red-zone.

Combine this trio with tight end Darren Waller and running back Josh Jacobs and things don’t look as dire as last season.

Although not quite the perfect fit or best prospect, Higgins would be able to contribute for the Silver and Black from day one. His height and arm length are huge advantages, and his resume coming out of a great program ensure that the Raiders would be getting a well-rounded, well-coached prospect. Keep an eye on Higgins as an option should the Raiders trade back and acquire more picks on Thursday night.