The Las Vegas Raiders have the first pick in the 2026 NFL draft. They are widely expected to select Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
The Raiders have had a checkered past when it comes to success with first-round picks since 2000. The last time they had the first overall selection, they also took a quarterback. JaMarcus Russell of LSU proved to be one of the biggest busts in NFL history.
How have other players done since 2000 when chosen in the first round by the Raiders' franchise?
This article originally appeared on The List Wire: NFL bust or star? Raiders first-round draft grades since 2000
