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5. Jimmy Garoppolo, QB, Northern Illinois

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The Raiders aren't likely to use their first-round pick on a quarterback, so if they want to bring someone in with a real chance to win the starting job they need to find a sleeper in the second or third rounds. Jimmy Garoppolo was extremely productive in college, but teams are weary of his outlandish stats because they came against weaker competition. With a little work on his technique and accuracy, he could be the next Colin Kaepernick or Russell Wilson.

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4. Martavis Bryant, WR, Clemson

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Martavis Bryant is a potential big-play receiver who should be available in the middle rounds. He ran well at the combine (4.42 second 40) and looked good in his on-field drills. If the Raiders do end up taking Sammy Watkins in the first round, they could reunite the two in the NFL.

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3. Gabe Jackson, G, Mississippi State

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A big, strong and athletic interior lineman, Gabe Jackson is one of my favorite second round picks this year. He can step right in and compete for playing time on the Oakland line.

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2. Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

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We all know the Raiders love themselves some speed, and Brandin Cooks was impressive at the combine. He ran 4.33 second 40 and would be an immediate deep threat in Oakland.

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1. Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

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Most mocks drafts slot Sammy Watkins in for the Raiders in the first round, but after an impressive combine they have to be looking at Mike Evans as the No. 1 wideout as well. He may not have the top-end speed that Watkins does, but he has the size to be an elite red-zone target.


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