“Raiders 2025 Mock Draft: Bold Trade Lands Ashton Jeanty & Extra Picks—What’s Next?”….
In a bold move during the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders traded their 6th overall pick to the Dallas Cowboys, acquiring the 12th and 44th picks, along with a 2026 second-round selection. This strategic decision allowed the Raiders to draft Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty at No. 12.
Jeanty, a standout in college football, amassed 2,601 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns in 2024, propelling Boise State to a College Football Playoff appearance. His blend of speed, power, and vision positions him as a transformative asset for the Raiders’ offense.
The trade also granted the Raiders additional picks, enabling them to address other roster needs. In the second round, they selected offensive guard Grey Zabel from North Dakota State and defensive tackle Kenneth Grant from Michigan, aiming to bolster both offensive and defensive lines. In the third round, they drafted quarterback Will Howard from Ohio State, who had flourished under offensive coordinator Chip Kelly.
These calculated moves reflect the Raiders’ commitment to building a competitive and balanced team under the new leadership of General Manager John Spytek and Head Coach Pete Carroll. The infusion of young talent like Jeanty, coupled with strategic acquisitions, sets a promising trajectory for the franchise in the upcoming season.
