Maxx Crosby being traded from the Raiders to the 49ers isn't as impossible as doubters and critics may think.

Fernando Mendoza is seen as the easy first pick by the Raiders at the upcoming NFL Draft, but he might not be such a slam dunk selection.

LAS VEGAS — As the Raiders worked through a long, detailed, and meticulous coaching search that spanned 35 days and 15 candidates, a group of decision-makers that included minority owner Tom Brady and general manager John Spytek kept returning to a central theme.

Positives: McNeil-Warren has been a top name among group of five safeties his entire career since he made an impact in 2023 and in his career

It sounds like Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak could be zeroing in on an offensive coordinator, but the status on the defensive side of the ball isn’t as clear. While Jim Schwartz was initially mentioned as a preferred option for the DC job, it’s seeming increasingly likely that the veteran coach will sit out the 2026 campaign.

NFL Network anchor and reporter Bridget Condon and analyst Bucky Baldinger discuss how Indiana University Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendonza should fit into new Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak's offense.

The Raiders have their coach—but post-Super Bowl intel flips the script. Our fifth Mock Draft reveals insider intelligence you won’t find anywhere else.