Each week leading up to the NFL Draft, Raiders.com will compile the latest mock drafts from top analysts and take a look at who they're predicting the Silver and Black will select with the No. 1 overall pick.
Without further ado, let's dive into the media's early predictions for the first round.
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "I feel more confident Mendoza will go first overall than I do that he'll be a Raider. It's early in the evaluation process, but on the field, talent-wise, the distance between Mendoza and the next QB in this year's class in my model was the biggest I've seen in at least the past eight seasons (since I have modeled in the way I do now). Given the amount of cap space AND needs that the Raiders have, the franchise might be better off trying to trade the pick for a huge haul. Given the market-resetting trade the Colts offered the Jets to acquire CB Sauce Gardner, can you imagine what might be possible for a 1.01 QB now? If a bounty like that is out there, it's at least worth the Raiders' consideration."
Date: Feb. 6
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "This is a very easy decision for the Raiders -- draft the quarterback. The Geno Smith trade did not work out, and the 2026 class features only one passer with a first-round grade. My No. 4 overall player, Mendoza gives the Raiders a franchise-caliber quarterback with excellent poise, decision-making, accuracy and toughness both in and out of the pocket, which he showed in winning the Heisman Trophy and leading Indiana to the national championship."
Date: Feb. 2
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "Ultra-accurate quarterback who is able to pick apart defenses -- provided he gets proper protection."
Date: Feb. 2
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "We don't yet know who the Raiders' coach will be, yet this pick feels about as locked as it could be. Mendoza might never be a superstar, but his toughness, poise and accuracy could make this offense go, along with Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty."
Date: Jan. 30
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "The Raiders ranked last in total offense this season. They not only need a quality quarterback, but also a franchise game changer. Enter Mendoza, who blends the requisite rocket arm with every positive intangible teams desire. Don't mistake his unbridled optimism for weakness — he's as tough as any quarterback in the game."
Date: Jan. 29
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "The Raiders begin another new era with the Heisman Trophy winner/national champion installed at quarterback. As a classic dropback passer with a winning pedigree, Mendoza is the perfect fit for Tom Brady and the rest of the brass in Vegas."
Date: Jan. 28
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Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "This feels like a no-brainer for the Raiders, who add a potential franchise pillar in Mendoza. The Heisman winner is cool as a cucumber under pressure, throws with accuracy and touch, and, perhaps most importantly for Las Vegas, has shown he is capable of elevating a downtrodden program to never-before-seen heights."
Date: Jan. 28
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "Mendoza clearly distanced himself from the rest of the field at quarterback this past season, culminating in Indiana's first ever national title. With 39 touchdowns and no interceptions in the red zone since 2024, the Heisman Trophy winner offers the kind of rare production the Raiders can't pass up."
Date: Jan. 26
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "Las Vegas resets at the quarterback position by selecting Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza. Mendoza capped off his incredible Heisman-winning campaign with a national championship victory over the Miami Hurricanes. He finished the 2025 college season with a 90.7 passing grade that ties him for second among qualified FBS quarterbacks."
Date: Jan. 26
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "Mendoza transferred to the Hoosiers from Cal and immediately leveled up, throwing 41 touchdown passes and just six interceptions in 2025. I see great ball placement on the tape, and he's a no-brainer to begin Round 1. Las Vegas could start to build something offensively here with Mendoza, running back Ashton Jeanty and tight end Brock Bowers."
Date: Jan. 21
Pick: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: "Though he might not be the physical freak some desire in a No. 1 pick, Mendoza is impressive in two key areas of playing the position: pre-snap recognition and accuracy. I don't think there is much mystery with this pick."
Date: Jan. 15
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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) celebrates with running back Ashton Jeanty (2) after making a catch during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) and quarterback Geno Smith (7) line up before the snap during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (8) kicks a 41-yard field goal during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Dylan Laube (23) celebrates with tight end Justin Shorter (88) after making a tackle during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Elandon Roberts (52) celebrates after making a tackle during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Jeremy Chinn (11) intercepts a pass during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Jeremy Chinn (11) celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders offense lines up before the snap during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) and running back Ashton Jeanty (2) line up before the snap during the preseason home game against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tristin McCollum (27) is introduced onto the field before the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Thomas Booker IV (99) is introduced onto the field before the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) celebrates after making a first down the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. (10) celebrates after making a first down during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders offense breaks a huddle during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce (51) and safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders defense huddles during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Jonah Laulu (96) celebrates after sacking the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jack Bech (18), wide receiver Alex Bachman (81) and safety Chris Smith II (29) line up before a kickoff during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (8) celebrates with teammates after kicking a 40-yard field goal during the regular season home game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) is introduced onto the field before the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) during the national anthem before the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders walk out to the center of the field for the coin toss before the regular season home game against the the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Germaine Pratt (57) helps defensive tackle Thomas Booker IV (99) on the field during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) pumps up the crowd during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) celebrates with defensive tackle Adam Butler (69) after breaking up a pass during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly (36) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) celebrates with teammates after making an interception during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) goes to hand the ball off to running back Ashton Jeanty (2) during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) goes for an 8-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) celebrates with teammates after making an 8-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders special teams huddle during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Adam Butler (69) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) pressures the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) defends during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson (9) celebrates with linebacker Devin White (45) after sacking the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker (1) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jack Bech (18), linebacker Cody Lindenberg (55) and wide receiver Justin Shorter (88) go to make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson (9) and defensive tackle Jonah Laulu (96) line up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson (9) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Jonah Laulu (96) celebrates with defensive end Tyree Wilson (9) after sacking the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Jamal Adams (33) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Devin White (45), cornerback Darnay Holmes (30), safety Jeremy Chinn (11) and safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) celebrate on the field during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Alex Bachman (81) returns a punt during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Alex Bachman (81) celebrates with wide receiver Justin Shorter (88) after returning a punt during the regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks for a receiver during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) celebrates with teammates after making a tackle during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tristin McCollum (27) on the field during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) intercepts a pass during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Adam Butler (69) and defensive tackle Jonah Laulu (96) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) forces a fumble during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Tonka Hemingway (97) celebrates with defensive end Charles Snowden (49) after recovering a fumble during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Tonka Hemingway (97) celebrates with defensive tackle Thomas Booker IV (99) and defensive end Charles Snowden (49) after recovering a fumble during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (8) kicks a 35-yard field goal during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Thomas Booker IV (99) pressures the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jack Bech (18) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Ian Thomas (80) celebrates after making a first down during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Raheem Mostert (31) rushes during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) punts during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Elandon Roberts (52) celebrates after making a tackle during the regular season home game against the Dallas Cowboys at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders offense lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce (51) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) celebrates after making an interception during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) celebrates with defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) after making a tackle during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tristin McCollum (27), defensive end Tyree Wilson (9), safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. (32) and cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly (36) on the field during the regular season home game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium.
A view of Allegiant Stadium during the Las Vegas Raiders' regular season home game against the Denver Broncos.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) goes for a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks for a receiver during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) makes a 15-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) celebrates with running back Ashton Jeanty (2) after making a 15-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) celebrates after making a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Darien Porter (26) breaks up a pass during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) after making a catch during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Greedy Vance (41) breaks up a pass during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Alex Bachman (81) returns a punt during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (8) celebrates after kicking a 42-yard field goal during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (8) after kicking off during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Elandon Roberts (52) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. (32) breaks up a pass during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kenny Pickett (15) passes during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola-Mao (20) celebrates on the field during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Alex Bachman (81) returns a punt during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders offense huddles during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
