The Las Vegas Raiders trade their second round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, initiating movement on the draft board. The move involves sending a significant pick to another AFC contender.
The Las Vegas Raiders packaged their original second-round pick, No. 37 overall, along with a fifth-round selection (No. 143). This package went to the Miami Dolphins.
In return for the No. 37 and No. 143 picks, the Dolphins sent three selections back to the Raiders. Las Vegas acquired Miami's second-round pick (No. 48), a third-round pick (No. 98), and a fourth-round selection (No. 135).
Upon acquiring the No. 37 pick, the Miami Dolphins selected offensive lineman Jonah Savaiinaea from Arizona. Savaiinaea provides versatility, having played both guard and tackle in college.
This trade provides the Raiders with more draft capital in the middle rounds, shifting their strategy on Day 2 of the draft. The team's updated list of selections is now available on the official NFL Draft Tracker.
While the Raiders addressed a specific need or strategy with this trade, other teams across the league also made significant decisions. Quarterback prospects like Cam Ward and others continued to be evaluated, a key consideration for teams needing a Raiders QB or signal caller.
Other franchises like the Dallas Cowboys faced their own draft decisions related to team needs and the Cowboys Depth Chart. The conversation around players such as Dak Prescott and the future of their roster often influences draft strategy, including potentially considering a Cowboys 2nd Round Pick 2025 or future capital.
The broader landscape involves various teams like the Denver Broncos navigating their cap situations and draft approaches, potential moves such as a Titans Trade, or how future assets like Eagles Draft Picks 2025 are viewed. Prospects like Ashton Jeanty (Ashton Jeanty Draft) and Tiger Bech are examples of players hoping to hear their names called throughout the draft process.
The Raiders' decision to move down in NFL Draft Round 2 reflects a strategy to gain more opportunities to add players and build out the Raiders Depth Chart across multiple rounds.
