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Raiders Eye Emmanuel Pregnon to Boost 2026 Draft Class

4/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Raiders plan to draft Emmanuel Pregnon from Oregon with the No. 36 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pregnon is a First-Team All-American who posted an 86.7 offensive grade in 2025.
They could target Clemson's Peter Woods on defense.
They could consider Iowa State's Domonique Orange in the third round.
The Raiders aim to improve 9-7 and support quarterback Fernando Mendoza ahead of the April 24, 2026 draft.

History

Historical Context

The 1983 NFL Draft was pivotal, featuring future Hall of Famers like John Elway and Eric Dickerson, which transformed team strategies. The Los Angeles Raiders, boasting a 12-4 record that season, exemplified this trend by focusing on elite college talent. Today, they aim to bolster their roster by drafting First-Team All-American Emmanuel Pregnon, reflecting a continued emphasis on securing top prospects for success.

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Story summary

Raiders plan to draft Emmanuel Pregnon from Oregon with the No. 36 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pregnon is a First-Team All-American who posted an 86.7 offensive grade in 2025.
They could target Clemson's Peter Woods on defense.
They could consider Iowa State's Domonique Orange in the third round.
The Raiders aim to improve 9-7 and support quarterback Fernando Mendoza ahead of the April 24, 2026 draft.

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