Yes, the NFL draft is a day away and the Las Vegas Raiders are fully expected to take Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall draft pick.It would be stunning if the Raiders trade the pick, but, anything is possible and let’s some some fun. Using the Pro Football Network draft simulator, let’s review some potential trade offers for the pick:New York Jets offer first round picks (No. 2 and 16), second round (No. 33 and 44).Arizona Cardinals offer No. 3, 34), 65, 2027 first-round pick, 2027 second round pick.Cleveland Browns offer No. 6, 24, 39, 70, 2027 firs-round pick.Pittsburgh Steelers offer No. 21, 53, 76, 2027 first-round pick, 2027 second-round pick.Thoughts:Who knows if any of these teams (or others) would make these type of offers, but let’s face it; some of these deals are intriguing.
There is some draft firepower involved here. The Raiders are starting a big rebuild and they need more than just a quarterback. If they were to take a deal with a 2027 first-round pick (where the quarterback class is expected to be much better), it could be worthwhile.
But, then there’s there argument that Mendoza is there and he can solve the quarterback question. That, of course, is the very likely direction the Raiders are headed, but if a massive late offer like some of these deals were to develop, it might be worth considering.Would any of these hypothetical offers make you want to deal the first pick.Join the conversation!Sign up for a user account and get:Fewer adsCreate community postsComment on articles, community postsRec comments, community postsNew, improved notifications system!