Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to pick quarterback Fernando Mendoza in the 2026 NFL Draft. ESPN's Mina Kimes suggests the Raiders should also try to get wide receiver Denzel Boston to improve their lineup. The team currently lacks strong wide receiver options.
Key Facts
- The Raiders plan to select quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- The team traded Geno Smith and signed Kirk Cousins, who is 37 years old, as their current QB.
- The Raiders need better wide receivers to support Mendoza.
- ESPN's Mina Kimes believes Denzel Boston would be a good match for Mendoza.
- Denzel Boston is known for being a strong and aggressive wide receiver.
- The current Raider wide receivers include Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor, and Jack Bech.
- Tucker is fast and elusive, while Nailor is also a speedy and skilled route runner.
- Bech is known for making catches using his body and ball skills.
