#### **Cody Denton from Kansas asks:**
#### **"Do you think there's any chance the staff takes two QBs in the draft? The consensus is that Mendoza is taken with the first overall pick, however do you think they may be inclined to take a QB late if the value is there and develop them as well?"**
Since 1994, 10 teams have drafted multiple quarterbacks in the same class. Technically speaking, the Raiders are one of those teams as they used two sixth-round picks on FCS quarterbacks Cam Miller and Tommy Mellott, with the latter immediately moving to wide receiver after being selected.
Let's examine the 2012 Draft for a prime example of this logic paying off. The Washington Commanders selected Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III with the No. 2 overall pick. They selected Kirk Cousins in the fourth round (102nd overall). He ultimately became a suitable starter for Washington in aid of Griffin's injuries.
And as recent as 2024, the New England Patriots took Drake Maye at No. 3 and Joe Milton III in the sixth round. Milton showcased enough promise in preseason action and one career start with the Patriots for the Dallas Cowboys to trade a 2025 fifth-round pick for him.
While Fernando Mendoza is widely considered the top quarterback prospect in this class by a mile, that doesn't necessarily mean it's a weak quarterback class. Miami's Carson Beck, whose team Mendoza defeated in the CFB National Championship game, went 49-6 in his collegiate career with 88 passing touchdowns. SEC quarterbacks Garrett Nussmeier and Taylen Green also raised their draft stock last week with impressive showings at the NFL Combine.
These quarterbacks would be considerable options on Day 3 for the Raiders, even if Mendoza is selected No. 1 overall.