Raiders' 3 biggest needs one month away from the 2026 NFL draft

We're approximately one month away from the 2026 NFL draft. The Las Vegas Raiders were big spenders throughout the first wave of free agency, with center Tyler Linderbaum being their biggest acquisition . Attention now shifts to the NFL Draft, where GM John Spytek is equipped with 10 total selections.

The Raiders will address some major needs during the 2026 NFL draft. We've identified their three biggest remaining holes now that we're approximately one month away from the draft. Quarterback The Raiders are going to address quarterback by selecting Fernando Mendoza at No.

1 overall. The Raiders are extremely fortunate to own the top selection in what's largely considered a one-quarterback draft. Everyone involved is excited about making Mendoza the organization's next franchise QB.

Cornerback The Raiders have not done enough at cornerback in free agency. They re-signed Eric Stokes and acquired veteran nickel Taron Johnson in a trade with the Buffalo Bills. Drafting a cornerback to compete for playing time with inexperienced sophomore Darien Porter is a necessity.