Raiders Mock Draft w/ PFF’s Dalton Wasserman | Building Around Mendoza

The Raiders draft process starts now — and this episode is about more than just making the first pick.In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick is joined by Dalton Wasserman of Pro Football Focus to run a Raiders mock draft — with a focus on strategy, roster construction, and how to properly build around a franchise quarterback.Yes, the No. 1 pick is obvious.Yes, it’s Fernando Mendoza.But this conversation goes deeper than that.Dalton breaks down:What Mendoza actually does well on tapeWhy the “one-read / RPO QB” narrative doesn’t hold upWhich parts of his game translate immediately to the NFLAnd how the Raiders should build around him from Day OneFrom there, we dive into Rounds 2 and 3, identifying realistic targets Raider Nation should be watching closely to continue building this roster the right way.This isn’t just draft talk — it’s a blueprint.👇 QUESTION OF THE DAY 👇If you were calling the shots, how would you approach this draft?Mendoza at No. 1, then load up on defense?Dominate the trenches on both sides of the ball?Or take a different approach entirely?Drop your strategy in the comments — let’s talk it out.Plus, stick around for the back half of the show as Matt Perrault joins us with:A take on Mendoza that not everyone will likeUpdates on the Raiders coaching carouselAnd best bets for the AFC & NFC Championship games🔔 Subscribe for more Raiders coverage📰 Sign up for our FREE Raiders newsletter at SilverAndBlackSportsNetwork.com(New issues every Friday morning)📲 Follow us on social for daily Raiders content:🐦 Twitter (X): @JesseSBSN📸 Instagram: @SilverandBlackSportsNetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.