Las Vegas Raiders 5-Round Post-Free Agency Frenzy 2025 NFL Mock Draft, According to PFN Simulator
With the Las Vegas Raiders’ acquisition of quarterback Geno Smith, the team’s 2025 NFL Draft plans have shifted significantly. The need for a first-round quarterback is no longer pressing, allowing the team to adopt a win-now mentality as they aim to capitalize on Smith’s final years. We turned to the Pro Football Network’s NFL mock draft simulator to see how the Raiders might approach the draft, and here’s their five-round post-free agency frenzy mock draft.
Round 1, Pick 6 — RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
With Smith now leading the offense, the Raiders are focused on a win-now strategy, and superstar running back Ashton Jeanty fits that approach perfectly. Last season, the Raiders learned the difficulties of playing without a top-tier running back after letting Josh Jacobs go, struggling to establish the ground game. New head coach Pete Carroll knows a strong running attack is essential. Adding Jeanty alongside rising second-year tight end Brock Bowers and Smith gives the Raiders a solid offensive foundation. With a reliable offensive line, there’s no reason this unit can’t thrive in 2025 with Jeanty leading the way.
Round 2, Pick 37 — CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss
Despite selecting cornerbacks Jakorian Bennett and Decamerion Richardson in the fourth round of the 2023 and 2024 drafts, respectively, the Raiders’ cornerbacks ranked poorly in PFF’s grading system last season. With Jack Jones also struggling, the Raiders are in need of an upgrade at cornerback. Trey Amos, selected in the second round, is a strong fit for the team. The 6-foot-1, 195-pound cornerback, known for his physical play, will fit well into Pete Carroll’s defensive scheme, offering the Raiders immediate help in the secondary and alleviating pressure on their existing corners.
Round 3, Pick 68 — WR Xavier Restrepo, Miami (FL)
While the selection of Xavier Restrepo might seem unconventional for the Raiders, his attributes make him an ideal choice. Restrepo is a skilled slot receiver who may not possess top-end speed but excels in quickness and route running. Known as Miami’s all-time leading receiver, Restrepo’s abilities are reminiscent of Hunter Renfrow during his peak years with the Raiders. While he doesn’t fit the mold of the speedster the team usually seeks, Restrepo’s reliability and production make him a great value pick in the third round.
Round 4, Pick 108 — OT Ozzy Trapilo, Boston College
The Raiders have a solid offensive line, although injuries disrupted its consistency last season. When healthy, the line was formidable, but the struggles of rookie center Jackson Powers-Johnson highlighted the need for depth. Selecting Ozzy Trapilo, a 6-foot-8, 316-pound offensive tackle from Boston College, helps address this need. Trapilo’s impressive size and potential make him a strong candidate to develop into a future starter. While not immediately ready to dominate in the pros, Trapilo has the tools to contribute as a swing tackle in his rookie year and grow into a key part of the offensive line.
Round 5, Pick 143 — RB Ollie Gordon II, Oklahoma State
The Raiders’ decision to draft another running back in the fifth round, following their first-round selection of Ashton Jeanty, may seem unusual at first. However, adding Ollie Gordon II, a 6-foot-1, 227-pound bruiser, makes sense for the team. In short-yardage and goal-line situations, where Jeanty may struggle, Gordon’s size and power can provide a strong option. Known for his ability to pound out tough yards and take on heavy workloads, Gordon would offer the Raiders a complementary running back capable of handling physical carries when the game calls for it.