Raiders 7-Round NFL Mock Draft: February 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They’ll enter next season with a brand-new head coach, Klint Kubiak, and a brand-new quarterback. Will they have defensive superstar Maxx Crosby? Maybe not.

Las Vegas has 10 selections in the 2026 NFL Draft, but most of them are on day three. How can the Raiders use those picks to start the process of rebuilding around presumptive No.1 pick Fernando Mendoza? We’ve conducted a Raiders seven-round mock draft using our Mock Draft Machine.

Raiders 7-Round NFL Mock Draft

Round 1 (No. 1 overall): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

I won’t get cute. We all know who this pick will be, and there's no use getting creative. Coming off a Heisman campaign and a dominant CFP run, Fernando Mendoza has checked every box required of a potential No. 1 overall pick. He operates with a level of calmness under pressure that the Raiders have desperately lacked. If Mark Davis and Tom Brady want to finally stabilize the most important position on the field, Mendoza is the only move that makes sense.

Round 2 (No. 36 overall): Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina

Brandon Cisse absolutely dominated this season, showing off elite speed, a great knack for pass breakups, and a true willingness to stick with bigger wide receivers. He's firmly in the first-round mix and has the talent and profile that could see him finish as the best corner in the entire class. Las Vegas needs corners and can take advantage of the strong group currently projected to go between Nos. 20-50.

Round 3 (No. 67 overall): Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas

Opinions are all over the map on Anthony Hill Jr. Some love him enough to put him near the end of their first-round mock drafts; others think he’s only a borderline top-100 player. Hill Jr. is decisive attacking downhill and can blow up screen plays in a hurry. He’s a strong tackler who’s hard to break free from unless he comes in too high. I don’t love his play in the passing game at this time, but the hope is that he can grow in that area at the NFL level. He can help the Raiders right away, and if he refines his game, he could be a long-term starter.

Round 4 (No. 102 overall): Logan Jones, OC, Iowa

Will the Raiders go out and spend big money on a free-agent center like Tyler Linderbaum? If not, there’s a clear need at center for Las Vegas that can be filled here at the start of day three. Funny enough, some have called Jones a poor man’s version of Linderbaum. Jones’ high-end athleticism is a great fit for Kubiak’s zone blocking scheme. The concerns with Jones are whether or not his size can hold up long-term in the NFL. He’ll also turn 25 in October.

Round 4 (No. 117 overall): Zakee Wheatley, SAF, Penn State

The Raiders only have two safeties under contract for the 2026 season: Jeremy Chinn and Isaiah Pola-Moa. They’re also both in the final year of their deals. Zakee Wheatley is a heavy hitter who can play multiple safety roles. He had six career interceptions in college.

Round 4 (No. 134 overall): Keyron Crawford, EDGE, Auburn

Even if Crosby stays in Las Vegas, you can never have too many pass rushers. Keyron Crawford is a fluid athlete with a quick first step. He also has the build you want for a 3-4 outside linebacker. He just hasn't put all of the pieces together yet. Maybe new defensive coordinator Rob Leonard can get the most out of him.

Round 5 (No. 174 overall): Gracen Halton, IDL, Oklahoma

Gracen Halton flashes pass-rush upside on the interior of the defensive line, but lacks the length desired for the position. He’s relentless and a high-IQ player, so the hope is that his “want-to” can overcome some of the physical limitations to become a significant role player for the Raiders’ defense.

Round 6 (No. 181 overall): Isaiah World, OT, Oregon

Isaiah World suffered a torn ACL against Indiana in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, putting his rookie season in doubt before even being drafted. World was considered a top-100 player prior to the injury news. He’s someone the Raiders should gamble on, even if he doesn’t play a single snap in 2026. World is a bit of a project, but he has the size, traits, and upside to be a high-end NFL starter. 

Round 6 (No. 184 overall): Kaden Wetjen, WR, Iowa

These last two picks will help Las Vegas’ offensive depth while providing a major special teams boost. Let’s start with Kaden Wetjen, one of my favorite sleepers in the 2026 draft class. Wetjen did not get to display his full repertoire at Iowa, but had a strong showing at the Shrine Bowl. He projects as a slot receiver and an instant-impact player in the return game.

Round 7 (No. 220 overall): Adam Randall, RB, Clemson

Adam Randall is a former wide receiver who converted to running back in 2025. He’s got good contact balance and a solid frame at 6-foot-2.5 and 233 pounds. I can see him as a kickoff return option in the NFL with the new rules. Randall is limited as a rusher, but he can provide value as an inside zone runner and as a pass-catcher out of the backfield.