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Raiders Select Speedy WR Dont’e Thornton Jr. in Draft

6/22/2025

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In a bold move during the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders picked rookie wide receiver Dont’e Thornton Jr. in the fourth round. With a towering height of 6'5" and lightning-fast speed of 4.30 seconds in the 40-yard dash, Thornton's raw talent has coaches buzzing with excitement about his potential to shine in the upcoming season.

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In a bold move during the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders picked rookie wide receiver Dont’e Thornton Jr. in the fourth round. With a towering height of 6'5" and lightning-fast speed of 4.30 seconds in the 40-yard dash, Thornton's raw talent has coaches buzzing with excitement about his potential to shine in the upcoming season.