Here is a look at how the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 draft class (eight of the 10 picks are on the 53-man roster) fared in a 35-27 Week 3 win at the New Orleans Saints and what to look for Sunday at home against the Kansas City Chiefs:
Fernando Mendoza:
The No. 1 overall pick served as Kirk Cousins backup. He did not play. But he’s on a streak. Mendoza hasn’t been part of a team that has lost since 2024.
Treydan Stukes:
The Raiders’ second-round pick was out because of a concussion he suffered in Week
2. He is expected to be back this week and the Raiders need him against Travis Kelce.
Trey Zuhn:
The third-round pick played five offensive plays after playing two plays in Week 2. He was even lined up in an H-back role Sunday. Coach Klint Kubiak is finding ways to get his players involved.
Jermod McCoy:
The fourth-round pick played 12 special teams snaps, but none on defense. He played 18 defensive snaps in Week 2.
Mike Washington:
The fourth-round pick played 16 percent of the snaps after playing 19 percent of the snaps in the first two games. Washington made his snaps count as he had a 36-yard touchdown run in the third quarter to get the Raiders back in the game as they finished the game with 19 unanswered points. He has 102 rushing yards on 15 carries.
Dalton Johnson:
The fifth-round pick safety was a healthy scratch for the third straight game. Him being inactive with Stukes out isn’t a great sign.
Zeke Masses:
The fifth-round pick is now a clear starting cornerback. He started for an injured Darien Porter in Week 2. Porter was healthy in Week 3 and Masses still started. Masses made a big interception in the fourth quarter at the Saints and he has three interceptions in the past two games. He’s an exciting playmaker.
Malik Benson:
The sixth-round pick played four offensive snaps and two on special teams. He was targeted once with no catches and had one punt return for 13 yards.
