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Raiders Top Fantasy Players
These are the top fantasy football players of the Las Vegas Raiders as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of August 20, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashton Jeanty | RB | LV | 2.03 | 13 |
| 2 | Brock Bowers | TE | LV | 3.12 | 13 |
| 3 | Tre Tucker | WR | LV | 12.02 | 13 |
| 4 | Mike Washington Jr. | RB | LV | 13.08 | 13 |
| 5 | Jalen Nailor | WR | LV | 13.09 | 13 |
| 6 | Fernando Mendoza | QB | LV | 14.01 | 13 |
Ashton Jeanty
Ashton Jeanty's current ADP is 2.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 2nd round, and 15th selection overall.
Brock Bowers
Brock Bowers's current ADP is 3.12, which is the 12th pick of the 3rd round, and 35th selection overall.
Tre Tucker
Tre Tucker's current ADP is 12.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 12th round, and 133rd selection overall.
Mike Washington Jr.
Mike Washington Jr.'s current ADP is 13.08, which is the 8th pick of the 13th round, and 152nd selection overall.
Jalen Nailor
Jalen Nailor's current ADP is 13.09, which is the 9th pick of the 13th round, and 152nd selection overall.
Fernando Mendoza
Fernando Mendoza's current ADP is 14.01, which is the 1st pick of the 14th round, and 156th selection overall.
Las Vegas Raiders 2025 Schedule
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Away | New England Patriots |
| 2 | Home | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 3 | Away | Washington Commanders |
| 4 | Home | Chicago Bears |
| 5 | Away | Indianapolis Colts |
| 6 | Home | Tennessee Titans |
| 7 | Away | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 9 | Home | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 10 | Away | Denver Broncos |
| 11 | Home | Dallas Cowboys |
| 12 | Home | Cleveland Browns |
| 13 | Away | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 14 | Home | Denver Broncos |
| 15 | Away | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 16 | Away | Houston Texans |
| 17 | Home | New York Giants |
| 18 | Home | Kansas City Chiefs |
Las Vegas Raiders News
Fernando Mendoza, Raiders Want Fernando Mendoza to Improve His Timing and Anticipation
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza put up solid numbers in his preseason debut against the Cardinals, and on Tuesday he was given first-team reps against the Houston Texans defense during joint practice. Still, he acknowledges that he has plenty of room for growth. In a SportsCenter segment following practice, ESPN's Ryan McFadden points to Mendoza's timing and anticipation as areas that the coaching staff is looking for improvement, noting head coach Klint Kubiak's attention to detail on a play-to-play basis. The coaching staff has reportedly been impressed by the work ethic of the first overall pick, and there is confidence that Mendoza will make the necessary strides as he gets more time on task, with extended reps expected for him in Thursday night's preseason matchup with the Texans.
August 19, 2026 7:01 AM EST
Mike Washington Jr., Mike Washington Jr. Making the Most of His Reps, Could Have More Put on His Shoulders
Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. impressed in the team's preseason opener, breaking a long run and racking up 63 yards on six attempts, and he carried that momentum into Tuesday's joint practice with the Texans. Raiders reporter Levi Edwards credited Washington with running with finish and physicality and making the most of his reps, and head coach Klint Kubiak spoke after practice about the fourth-rounder's growth path. "I think you saw today what you see in practice [every day]. Very few guys just rise to the occasion and become gamers," Kubiak told the media. "They have to show it to you in practice first. Mike has done it in practice. He's done it in the game, and we've just got to keep challenging him and putting more on his shoulders." After touching the ball 321 times as a rookie, 2025 first-round pick Ashton Jeanty is expected to handle close to an every-down role in his second season, capping Washington's standalone value. Still, as an insurance back, the first-year player has already shown an ability to take advantage of the opportunities presented.
Mike Washington Jr. player page.
August 19, 2026 6:02 AM EST
Tre Tucker, Tre Tucker to Operate as WR1 in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker was heavily utilized in the team's preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals. Tucker caught two passes for 21 yards on the team's opening drive and appears poised for a major role in new head coach Klint Kubiak's offense. Tucker played 9/10 snaps with the first-team offense, while Jalen Nailor (8) and Jack Bech (5) each played a role as well. The former third-round pick had a solid 2025 season, hauling in 57 of 92 targets for 696 yards and five touchdowns, despite the Raiders' struggles on offense. If Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza can find a rhythm in Kubiak's new offense, Tucker could have a breakout season as the clear lead wideout. Ranked WR65 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, Tucker can easily outperform his ADP in 2026.
August 18, 2026 8:03 PM EST
Fernando Mendoza, Fernando Mendoza Gets Extensive Reps With First-Team Offense
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza got extensive reps with the first-team offense on Tuesday during the team's joint practice with the Houston Texans, according to Sam Warren of The Athletic. Veteran Kirk Cousins would go first, but Mendoza subbed in for a few team periods. The first overall pick from Indiana is gaining steam to potentially steal the starting gig from Cousins to begin the 2026 regular season, and he looked like a future star in his NFL debut in last Thursday's preseason loss to the Arizona Cardinals, going 10-for-16 passing for 97 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions. He also had six yards rushing. Cousins will most likely open the year as the Raiders' starter under center, but if Mendoza continues to impress, he will get his shot sooner rather than later. Fantasy managers in single-year leagues must still temper expectations, as Mendoza could face a steep learning curve with a weak collection of receivers if he is making starts in 2026.
August 18, 2026 8:33 AM EST
Jalen Nailor, Jalen Nailor "Will Thrive" in Kubiak's System
After four years in a depth role with the Minnesota Vikings, wide receiver Jalen Nailor signed a three-year, $35 million deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, and former All-Pro Steve Smith Sr. believes a 1,000-yard season is well within his realm of possibilities. In speaking with NFL Insider James Palmer, Smith indicated that Nailor would not leave the field in Klint Kubiak's offense and will be the team's clear-cut number one receiver. With All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers in and out of the lineup, Tre Tucker led the Raiders with 696 receiving yards in 2025, but Smith points to his limited vertical route tree as an area where Nailor can step in and add significant improvement. Both Smith and Palmer were in agreement that the free agent addition can thrive in Kubiak's system, and with Nailor being drafted as the WR61, he is the exact type of upside swing that drafters should be targeting in the closing rounds of 2026 drafts.
August 17, 2026 4:30 AM EST
