What the experts are saying about the Raiders' sixth overall pick
Updated: April 3, 2025 11:45am ET
← Back to all 2025 NFL Draft newsMock Draft: Raiders roll with running back at #6
In BGN's community mock draft, the Raiders selected Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty with the sixth overall pick. The selection addresses Vegas's rushing woes after finishing dead last in rushing yards last season. New head coach Pete Carroll has historically valued premium draft picks at running back.
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Which side of the ball will they target?
Las Vegas Raiders offense or defense first?
Seven-round mock projects surprising first-round pick for Raiders
CBS Sports' seven-round mock draft has the Raiders selecting Ashton Jeanty at #6 overall, followed by Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts in the second round. The mock also projects Vegas to target QB Kyle McCord in the fourth round as a developmental prospect behind Geno Smith.
Raiders GM's comments hint at offensive line focus
Raiders GM John Spytek's recent conversation with Jaguars coach Liam Coen highlighted the importance of investing in the offensive line, potentially indicating Vegas could target an offensive lineman early in the draft despite recent mock drafts focusing on skill positions.
