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Raiders Miss Out on Safety Clark, Grab Edge Rusher Crawford
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The Las Vegas Raiders kicked off the 2026 NFL Draft by drafting quarterback Fernando Mendoza, their new franchise player. General manager John Spytek traded back from the 36th pick to secure the 38th spot and a later pick, then selected defensive back Treydan Stukes to bolster the secondary. Stukes, who primarily played corner in college, is expected to transition to safety, a position the Raiders needed after Isaiah Pola-Maos disappointing 2025 season. Fans were excited about the possibility of drafting safety Bud Clark, a fan favorite with 15 picks and 21 passes defended in four college seasons at TCU. However, the Seattle Seahawks snatched Clark with the last second-round pick, just three spots ahead of the Raiders 67th overall pick. The Raiders then drafted Auburn edge rusher Keyron Crawford to enhance their pass rush. Despite the disappointment of missing out on Clark, Spytek may still pursue another true safety later in the draft.
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