Oakland Raiders Mock Draft: B/R Community Top 100 and 7-Round Results

The talented NFL writers of Bleacher Report were asked to put their general manager hats on for the teams they cover on a regular basis.

Every pick from No.1 to No. 100 was picked in real draft order without the element of trade involved. Yours truly played the role of Reggie McKenzie for the Oakland Raiders in a community-style mock draft for the first three selections.

As for Rounds 4 to 7, each honorary GM was able to select any of the available players who best fit his or her team in a vacuum. In other words, picks beyond the top 100 had no connection with another team's pick. However, each selection was a realistic choice based on draft projections.

Without further ado, here's B/R’s official community top 100 and the Raiders' complete mock draft.

No. 4 Overall Pick: Leonard Williams (DT/Southern California)

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Pick	Team	Player	Position	School
1	Buccaneers	Jameis Winston	QB	Florida State
2	Titans	Marcus Mariota	QB	Oregon
3	Jaguars	Dante Fowler Jr.	DE	Florida
4	Raiders	Leonard Williams	DT	USC
5	Redskins	Brandon Scherff	OL	Iowa
6	Jets	Vic Beasley	OLB	Clemson
7	Bears	Amari Cooper	WR	Alabama
8	Falcons	Bud Dupree	DE	Kentucky
9	Giants	Kevin White	WR	West Virginia
10	Rams	Andrus Peat	OT	Stanford
11	Vikings	Marcus Peters	CB	Washington
12	Browns	DeVante Parker	WR	Louisville
13	Saints	Shane Ray	DE	Missouri
14	Dolphins	La'el Collins	OL	LSU
15	49ers	Trae Waynes	CB	Michigan State
16	Texans	Breshad Perriman	WR	UCF
17	Chargers	Danny Shelton	DT	Washington
18	Chiefs	Randy Gregory	LB	Nebraska
19	Browns	Todd Gurley	RB	Georgia
20	Eagles	Jake Fisher	OL	Oregon
21	Bengals	Landon Collins	S	Alabama
22	Steelers	Kevin Johnson	CB	Wake Forest
23	Lions	Malcom Brown	DT	Texas
24	Cardinals	Cameron Erving	OC	Florida State
25	Panthers	Ereck Flowers	OT	Miami (FL)
26	Ravens	Jaelen Strong	WR	Arizona State
27	Cowboys	Byron Jones	CB	Connecticut
28	Broncos	T.J. Clemmings	OT	Pittsburgh
29	Colts	Arik Armstead	DE	Oregon
30	Packers	Owamagbe Odighizuwa	OLB	UCLA
31	Saints	Eric Kendricks	LB	UCLA
32	Patriots	Melvin Gordon	RB	Wisconsin

Armed with the fourth pick in the NFL draft, I chose Leonard Williams.

Yes, there was a slight itch for Amari Cooper. Nonetheless, I already had two other wide receivers in mind who may not be as sharp as Cooper but can still contribute right away. Keep in mind this is a deep WR class.

A defensive line featuring Williams out of USC, Dan Williams, veteran Justin Tuck and possibly Khalil Mack will beat the respect out of opponents.

This front four will put some trepidation in the minds of the opposition, much like the Raiders once did in the 1970s.

Defensive tackle isn’t a need, but the Jaguars GM opted to select Dante Fowler Jr., which left Williams as the best player available on the board at No. 4.

The idea is to help the young cornerbacks as much as possible by dominating the trenches up front. That means stopping the run to avoid biting on play-action passes and keeping quarterbacks on the run with limited time to make decisions.

No. 35 Overall Pick: Nelson Agholor (WR/Southern California)

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Pick	Team	Player	Position	School
33	Titans	Jalen Collins	CB	LSU
34	Buccaneers	Ty Sambrailo	OL	Colorado State
35	Raiders	Nelson Agholor	WR	USC
36	Jaguars	Dorial Green-Beckham	WR	Oklahoma
37	Jets	Laken Tomlinson	OG	Duke
38	Redskins	Ameer Abdullah	RB	Nebraska
39	Bears	Eli Harold	OLB	Virginia
40	Giants	Damarious Randall	S	Arizona State
41	Rams	D.J. Humphries	OL	Florida
42	Falcons	Eric Rowe	S	Utah
43	Browns	Donovan Smith	OT	Penn State
44	Saints	Phillip Dorsett	WR	Miami (FL)
45	Vikings	Stephone Anthony	LB	Clemson
46	49ers	Preston Smith	DE	Mississippi State
47	Dolphins	Devin Funchess	WR/TE	Michigan
48	Chargers	Tevin Coleman	RB	Indiana
49	Chiefs	Eddie Goldman	DL	Florida State
50	Bills	A.J. Cann	OG	South Carolina
51	Texans	Benardrick McKinney	OLB	Mississippi State
52	Eagles	Devin Smith	WR	Ohio State
53	Bengals	Maxx Williams	TE	Minnesota
54	Lions	Duke Johnson	RB	Miami (FL)
55	Cardinals	Ronald Darby	CB	Florida State
56	Steelers	Nate Orchard	DE/LB	Utah
57	Panthers	Jay Ajayi	RB	Boise State
58	Ravens	Clive Walford	TE	Miami (FL)
59	Broncos	Grady Jarrett	DT	Clemson
60	Cowboys	TJ Yeldon	RB	Alabama
61	Colts	Paul Dawson	LB	TCU
62	Packers	P.J. Williams	CB	Florida State
63	Seahawks	Carl Davis	DL	Iowa
64	Patriots	Tre' Jackson	OG	Florida State

Initially, Breshad Perriman was projected as an early second-round pick, but his stock is rising quickly. The Houston Texans GM selected Perriman with the No. 16 pick.

As a result, Nelson Agholor was the best WR on the board. His stock is also rising. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. has the WR going to the New Orleans Saints with the 31st overall pick.

According to an unnamed NFC South scout on NFL.com, Agholor is nothing but a slot receiver: "Right off the bat, his draft value has a ceiling because he's a slot receiver. At least that is how I see it. I don't think he has the speed to get open outside. He's a good value in the middle rounds, though, because of his return-game potential."

Even if this scout is correct in his assessment, Agholor is a more polished receiver than the other WRs who are projected as Day 2 selections. When drafting high on a WR, it’s important to focus on innate abilities and instincts rather than overall speed, which the unnamed draft scout highlighted in his criticism.

Here’s NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein’s bottom line on Agholor:

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Intelligent, instinctive receiver with an advanced feel for getting himself open against zone coverage and off man. Play speed doesn't match timed speed. Needs to force cornerbacks to respect him over the top. Agholor's best position could be working from the slot as a reliable possession receiver who can step right into the punt-returner job on Day 1.

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Again, if speed is the No. 1 concern but the WR is able create separation and get open, it’s a fair trade-off. Marvin Harrison, Jerry Rice and Michael Irvin weren't speed burners yet had exceptional careers. They excelled with instincts, above-average route running and a high catch rate.

I’m not comparing Agholor to these Hall of Fame greats, but his lack of speed doesn’t diminish his actual skill set.

Note that Dorial Green-Beckham was the subsequent pick. He’s 6’5”, 237 pounds and ran a 4.49 at the NFL Scouting Combine. Why pass on him?

He’s not in football shape. He hasn’t played a meaningful game since 2013. Second, whether or not his off-field transgressions are behind him, it doesn’t hide the fact he clearly has maturity issues, per CBSSports.com’s Dane Brugler:

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Bad habit of getting lazy in his routes at times and doesn't consistently read coverages to set up his movements. Will allow the ball to reach his body at times, which leads to drops. Needs seasoning and on-field reps after not playing since the 2013 season. Not a consistent finisher with questionable work habits. Uncertain accountability, both on and off the field. Strong red flags and immature make-up. Multiple off-field incidents, including two arrests for marijuana possession: first in Oct. 2012 with four other teammates; and then in Jan. 2014, although those charges were later dismissed when another person in the car where the drugs were found took ownership. Was dismissed from Missouri after allegedly forcing himself into an apartment and pushing a female down the stairs. Wasn't formally charged because no one pressed charges, but could enter the NFL with a strike against him when it comes to domestic abuse.

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That laundry list of red flags says to stay away from him even in the second round. Green-Beckham needs to play for a team with high-character veteran receivers and a quarterback with a strong personality to make sure he does the right things on and off the field. The Raiders offense is still young and trying to find its footing in the league. There’s no time to babysit Green-Beckham.

No. 68 Overall Pick: Ali Marpet (Guard/Hobart College)

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Pick	Team	Player	Position	School
65	Buccaneers	Rashad Greene	WR	Florida State
66	Titans	Cedric Ogbuehi	OT	Texas A&M
67	Jaguars	Jeremy Langford	RB	Michigan State
68	Raiders	Ali Marpet	OG	Hobart College
69	Redskins	Danielle Hunter	DE	LSU
70	Jets	Tre McBride	WR	William & Mary
71	Bears	Jaquiski Tartt	S	Samford
72	Rams	Sammie Coates	WR	Auburn
73	Falcons	Mitch Morse	OG	Missouri
74	Giants	Rob Havenstein	OT	Wisconsin
75	Saints	D'Joun Smith	CB	Florida Atlantic
76	Vikings	Shaq Thompson	OLB	Washington
77	Browns	Jordan Phillips	DT	Oklahoma
78	Saints	John Miller	OG	Louisville
79	49ers	Denzel Perryman	ILB	Miami (FL)
80	Chiefs	Tyler Lockett	WR	Kansas State
81	Bills	Bryce Petty	QB	Baylor
82	Texans	Doran Grant	CB	Ohio State
83	Chargers	Hau'oli Kikaha	OLB	Washington
84	Eagles	Quinten Rollins	CB	Miami (OH)
85	Bengals	Za'Darius Smith	DE	Kentucky
86	Cardinals	David Cobb	RB	Minnesota
87	Steelers	Jeff Heuerman	TE	Ohio State
88	Lions	Josh Shaw	CB	USC
89	Panthers	Michael Bennett	DT	Ohio State
90	Ravens	Derron Smith	SS	Fresno State
91	Cowboys	Trey Flowers	DE	Arkansas
92	Broncos	Henry Anderson	DE	Stanford
93	Colts	Mike Davis	RB	South Carolina
94	Packers	Brett Hundley	QB	UCLA
95	Seahawks	Alex Carter	CB	Stanford
96	Patriots	Kenny Bell	WR	Nebraska
97	Patriots	Ifo Ekpre-Olomu	CB	Oregon
98	Chiefs	Senquez Golson	CB	Ole Miss
99	Bengals	Steven Nelson	CB	Oregon State
*100	Titans	Nick O'Leary	TE	Florida State

*First pick of Round 4.

I expect McKenzie to make this pick on draft day and for good reason.

Ali Marpet, a D-III standout, will play with the biggest chip on his shoulder, trying to prove he can compete with top-notch competition.

At 6'4", 307 pounds, he is a bit undersized at guard transitioning from tackle, but he’s versatile and could be shifted if needed. He had a great showing at the combine and Senior Bowl. The level of competition will continue to be an uphill battle, but clearly Marpet was a big fish in a small pond in D-III competition, per Zierlein:

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Started 37 of the 43 games he played for Hobart. In 2014, was named second-team Little A.P. All-American, first-team All-Liberty and the Liberty Conference Co-Offensive Player of the Year. Did not allow a sack during 2014. Named team captain in 2013 and was a first-team All-Liberty selection. First Division III player chosen to play in the Senior Bowl.

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To reiterate, McKenzie loves to select under-the-radar players, but this pick isn’t just preference. Marpet will fill a need at guard over Khalif Barnes. He may take a portion of the season to reach NFL speed, but when he does, the Hobart College product should be clearing running lanes for Latavius Murray and Trent Richardson out of the backfield.

No. 102 Overall Pick: Vince Mayle (WR/Washington State)

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Penn State’s Jesse James was the initial thought here, but no news could be good news for Jermaine Gresham’s recovery. If the two-time Pro Bowler is even 75 percent of the complete tight end he displayed within his first five seasons, the Raiders should wait it out.

In the meantime, they should draft a potential red-zone threat for Derek Carr. Vince Mayle’s NCAA statistics compare closely to Kevin White’s in terms of overall production. The only aspect separating these prospects is White’s athleticism. Mayle could well be a mid-round steal on Day 3 of the draft.

He isn’t just another big, tall receiver (6'2", 224 lbs). Mayle actually has a skill set beyond his body measurements, per Zierlein:

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Has good speed and twitch for a big receiver. Can win in space and has tremendous ability to track the ball over his shoulder on deep throws. Has learned to vary route speed to help with separation on slants. Outstanding physical traits for the position. Sinks hips and sits down on route quickly for a receiver his size. Better acceleration than cornerbacks expect on free release. Can get to top speed quickly and has touchdown catches of 72, 81 and 90 yards over last two seasons. Has the body type to overwhelm small cornerbacks. Fights through initial contact after the catch and will grind out tough yards.

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The keys here are his instincts and ability to get open. Similar to Agholor, route variation and discipline play a vital role in creating separation. The added bonus is his size will play a factor against smaller defenders.

Mayle can catch the back-shoulder throw or catch the ball over the middle and run over a defender or two en route to a first down or touchdown. The ability to turn a 10-yard catch into a 30-yard gain shouldn’t be overlooked.

No. 140 Overall Pick: Damian Swann (CB/Georgia)

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Damian Swann is a cornerback who isn’t afraid to get physical and jam receivers at the line of scrimmage to disrupt their timing.

According to Zierlein, he’s the defender you’ll match against Calvin Johnson, Demaryius Thomas and Dez Bryant:

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Natural corner who has played and can play all over field. Played in the box in dime package and used as deep safety on a few snaps. Good length pressing and crowding receivers to the sideline. At his best as bump-and-run corner playing inside leverage. Thin but physical in run support. Covered big receivers and tight ends from the slot. Blitzes like a heat-seeking missile.

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The fact Swann can be a blitz-scheme defensive back is a crucial wrinkle the Raiders can add to their playbook. He’s not a situational liability, and he's fully capable of playing effectively on pass and rush downs.

Swann can earn some reps on the field in 2015, if there’s an injury or short-term disappointment in the secondary.

No. 179 Overall Pick: Shaquille Riddick (DE/West Virginia)

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You don’t hear this often, but Shaquille Riddick is a quality sixth-round pick who could crack the starting lineup sooner than you think.

Riddick concluded his collegiate career with 11 tackles for loss and seven sacks off the edge. Unfortunately, that was his only collegiate season on the NCAA level. Just like White, his West Virginia teammate, Riddick doesn’t have a lengthy resume against the best collegiate athletes in the nation.

However, a prospect like Shane Ray (the top-ranked defensive end in this year’s draft class) only has one impressive year in the NCAA.

Riddick is still a raw talent, but he started off on the right foot. At 6'6", 244 pounds, he may be too light for most NFL teams to start him as a defensive end, but coaches will make sure he’s on a bulking diet and hits the weight room.

If he can reach 260 pounds and maintain his speed and agility, then score another sixth-round steal for McKenzie (Murray being the first).

No. 221 Overall Pick: Zach Vigil (ILB/Utah State)

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Zach Vigil should fit well behind Curtis Lofton in place of Miles Burris, who has struggled as an inside linebacker. Burris should be competing for time at outside linebacker with Malcolm Smith when Mack plays defensive end.

Vigil is a necessary choice for 3-4 sub-packages and as a ball hawk. He recorded 156 tackles, 20.5 tackles for loss and nine sacks in his senior year, but when you play for Utah State, no one hears about it.

He has a seek-and-destroy instinct when tracking the football and can diagnose plays quickly as an inside linebacker should be able to do.

Vigil reminds me of a poor man’s Chris Borland. You won’t hear too much about him until he’s unleashed on the field. He plays smart and instinctively as a bona fide grinder.

Zierlein delves into Vigil’s style of play:

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One of the most productive linebackers in college football. Never quits on a play. Active pass rusher who worked well in team blitz scheme. Team leader. Reads pass keys quickly and gets into coverage with depth. Shows awareness in zone and matches up with crossers in his area. Has adequate man-cover skills. Decent hips to open and run. Wrap-up tackler who brings some bang on perimeter tackles. Worker bee who plays with confidence and hustle.

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A draft pick doesn’t have to be highly touted or glamorous to be a solid pick. For a seventh-round selection, Vigil is a player to watch if he gets the opportunity to play.

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