Source: FOX News
Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to select Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the NFL Draft. However, teams below the Raiders have called the Raiders’ GM, John Spytek, about a possible trade-up scenario. Spytek stated that the team has received “a few calls” about the first overall selection and will consider trading it if the right offer comes along. The Raiders are also open to listening to trade offers if they are not excited about the player they are considering selecting.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
The Raiders will likely take Mendoza, but teams below them are sniffing around for a trade-up. Spytek got a few calls, said it’s a meritocracy, and the best guy will play. But we all know how that usually goes.
The result wasn’t surprising by the end. The Raiders bring in Kirk Cousins, and now they’re looking to improve the roster further with the draft. They have 10 picks, including the first overall, which is the first time they’ve had that slot since 2007.
A quarterback was needed after a deal with the Jets to reunite with Geno Smith. Mendoza is believed to be the best quarterback in this draft after an undefeated season at Indiana, and all signs point to him being the pick.
Original Observation: The Raiders will make a splash with their first overall pick, but it’s just as likely they’ll find a way to mess it up.
Author: Evan Null
