The Las Vegas Raiders are heading into the 2021 NFL Draft with a total of nine picks. They have one pick in each of the seven rounds and two compensatory picks at the end of the third and fifth rounds.
Their first selection will be in the first round, pick seventeen overall. They also have the fifty-eighth overall selection in the second round, eighty-seventh overall in the third round, and a pair of fourth-rounders, 121st and 163rd overall.
In the fifth round the Raiders own picks 142nd, 167th and the extra compensatory pick at 174th overall. Then the Raiders have selections 230th and 237th in the seventh round.
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to use their selections to fill voids on both sides of the ball. They need to add offensive firepower, especially at the wide receiver position, and bolster their defense by adding a cornerback, an outside linebacker and an interior defensive lineman.
At this point, the team is open to any position to help become a better team in 2021.
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Do the Raiders have a third round pick?
Yes, the Oakland Raiders currently do have a third round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The Raiders currently own the 79th overall pick in the third round, which is the third to last pick in the round. The Raiders got this pick due to trading back from their original spot at pick 68 with the Carolina Panthers.
The Raiders traded back from pick 68 in exchange for the 79th overall pick and the Panthers’ sixth-round selection (198th overall). The Raiders hope that they can find value late in the third round, as they currently have plenty of roster spots to fill with quality players.
Do the Raiders get another chance at playoffs?
Yes, the Raiders have another chance at playoffs. The National Football League (NFL) is divided into two conferences – the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC).
Each conference features 16 teams split into four divisions. Every year, the winners of each division and two additional Wild Card teams from each conference advance to the playoffs. The Raiders compete in the AFC and have already secured a spot in the playoffs this season, pending the outcome of their last two regular season games.
They currently hold a record of 7-7 and are in contention for the AFC West title. Consequently, if they finish the season with a win and either the Denver Broncos or Kansas City Chiefs lose their respective games, the Raiders will earn the AFC West title and a spot in the upcoming NFL playoffs.
What does the Raiders need to do to make the playoffs?
In order to make the playoffs, the Raiders need to take their performance to the next level and focus on improving their overall game. This means they need to play with more intensity and make better decisions on both sides of the ball.
Offensively, they need to take more shots downfield and make sure their offensive line is providing good protection for their quarterback. On the defensive side of the ball, the Raiders need to do a better job of shutting down opposing offenses, especially in the passing game.
In addition, the Raiders need to commit fewer penalties and be more consistent with their tackling. Finally, the team needs to stay healthy and have some of their key players step up and make big plays when needed.
If the Raiders can do all of these things, then making the playoffs is a strong possibility.
What happens if Raiders win against Chargers?
If the Raiders win their upcoming game against the Chargers, they will improve their record to 4-2 and gain a temporary spot at the top of the AFC West standings. This could prove to be a major statement of intent as they attempt to build upon their impressive start to the season.
It would also give the Raiders some much needed momentum, building confidence and belief among the team and potentially galvanizing the loyal Raiders fanbase. For the Chargers, the potential result would mean an increase in the pressure to make a swift turnaround and a must-win game for them next weekend.
It could also prove to be a major confidence boost for the Raiders, who are already looking to cement their place as a playoff contender.
