Raiders Linked to New No. 1 WR for Fernando Mendoza
The Las Vegas Raiders are considering signing former 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings to address their need for a top receiver. The team recently drafted quarterback Fernando Mendoza and improved their offensive line but still lacks depth at the wide receiver position. Jennings, while not a top-tier option, could provide veteran stability and has shown potential to be a reliable target.
- ▪The Raiders drafted quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick.
- ▪They are looking to sign Jauan Jennings to strengthen their wide receiver corps.
- ▪Jennings has a career total of 210 receptions and 22 touchdowns over five NFL seasons.
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By Michael GallagherSports Content CoordinatorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Las Vegas Raiders got quite the draft haul over the weekend — a group that included quarterback Fernando Mendoza, safety Treydan Stukes, cornerback Jermod McCoy, and running back Mike Washington Jr., among others.The team improved at several positions of need, but there’s still one glaring hole on their roster: wide receiver.But Tyler Sullivan of CBS Sports believes the Raiders can easily address that need in free agency by signing former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings.Read More on NFLAndy Reid Gets Off Very on-Brand Joke About Chiefs’ 2026 Schedule2 min…
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