Raiders bolster the defense in latest 7-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft

Raiders bolster defense in latest 7-Round Mock Draft

LAS VEGAS, NV - APRIL 29: An Oakland Raiders flag is shown during the team's 2017 NFL Draft event at the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign on April 29, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. National Football League owners voted in March to approve the team's application to relocate to Las Vegas. The Raiders are expected to begin play no later than 2020 in a planned 65,000-seat domed stadium to be built in Las Vegas at a cost of about USD 1.9 billion. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images) /

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Mar 4, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Virginia Tech offensive lineman Luke Tenuta (OL51) goes through drills during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

Luke Tenuta. 164. player. 847. . Offensive Lineman. Hokies

The Raiders would help themselves tremendously by getting one, maybe two, offensive linemen from this year’s crop. It’s one of the deepest and most talented in recent memory. Luke Tenuta in the fifth round would provide upside considering the draft slot.

The six-foot-eight, 319-pound behemoth has playing experience at both tackle positions, so his versatility could come in handy. Tenuta cannot be expected to contribute significantly in his rookie year as he needs refinement in his hand usage and overall strength.

Those deficiencies aside, Tenuta is a decent athlete who has enough size to make him a serviceable tackle, especially once his technique comes around. He certainly has a motor and plays with tenacity; even if you’re faster than Tenuta, you won’t outwork him.

Christian Darrisaw’s teammate before last season, Tenuta has some solid PFF grades going for him as well, particularly his 80.1 pass-blocking grade. For a Day 3 selection, the Raiders could certainly do worse.

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