Las Vegas Raiders Pass on Quarterbacks in NFL Draft, Focus on Undrafted Talent

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28/04/2024 18h58

The Las Vegas Raiders wrapped up their draft on Saturday, opting to add dynamic talent to the roster rather than selecting a quarterback. The decision to bypass quarterbacks surprised many fans, who were expecting the team to prioritize the position.

Instead, the Raiders added an undrafted quarterback, Carter Bradley, as a camp body. It is evident that the team's faith lies in their current quarterback room, as General Manager Telesco stated during the final press conference on the draft.

Telesco made it clear that the Raiders did not see any players available during the draft who were better than their existing quarterbacks. "On the third day? No. Really not the second day either," Telesco remarked. He emphasized that if the team had found a quarterback who was better or had the potential to be better, they would have made a move. However, the opportunity did not present itself.

Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew are set to battle it out during training camp, with the belief that one of them can step up and take advantage of the talent surrounding them. The Raiders seem confident in the potential of O'Connell taking a leap and view Minshew as a reliable insurance option.

While some fans may question the team's decision to pass on quarterbacks in the draft, the Raiders are putting their faith in the current roster and the development of their undrafted talent.

In other Raiders news, the team announced the signings of 17 undrafted free agents who will join the roster for training camp. These players will have a chance to prove themselves and potentially earn a spot on the final roster.

Additionally, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has provided a closer look at all eight players drafted by the Raiders. This in-depth analysis gives fans insight into the potential impact these new additions could have on the team.

As the Raiders gear up for the upcoming season, the focus now shifts to the development of their quarterbacks and the overall growth of the team. Only time will tell if the Raiders' strategy of prioritizing undrafted talent over drafting a quarterback will pay off.

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