Whether it was because they were taken to fill a void, injuries or someone just exceeding expectations, the Las Vegas Raiders relied heavily on their 2021 NFL Draft class.
The Raiders added seven rookies this year, six made team, three started for the entire season and another became a first-stringer during the end of the year winning streak. Overall, the results were positive for what would be Mike Mayock’s last draft in Las Vegas, but the class didn’t come without some disappointment.
Round 1, Pick 17: Alex Leatherwood
Final Grade: D-
To be honest, even a D- feels like a generous grade.