The Las Vegas Raiders’ new leadership will oversee their first NFL draft at the end of April, led by new general manager Tom Telesco, who brings experience from his tenure with the Los Angeles Chargers from 2013 to 2023.
While first-round picks often receive the most attention, Telesco’s drafting prowess extends beyond early selections. Notably, his decision to draft Justin Herbert in 2020 proved to be one of his best moves with the Chargers. However, Telesco’s ability to uncover hidden gems in later rounds is equally important.
During his time with the Chargers, Telesco found success with mid-to-late-round picks. For instance, he selected Keenan Allen in the third round, who became a standout wide receiver. Additionally, Jamaree Salyer, a sixth-round pick in 2022, emerged as a valuable starter on the offensive line.
To replicate this success with the Raiders, Telesco must swiftly identify more hidden gems in the draft. The Raiders, coming off a strong finish last season, are eager to continue building momentum, making this draft crucial for their future success.
Here are three late-round prospects who could potentially develop into hidden gems for the Raiders as they look to strengthen their roster moving forward.
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