The Raiders might not land Shedeur Sanders, but they secure a promising franchise quarterback in ESPN’s latest mock draft.
With their season essentially over at 2-8, it feels appropriate to shift focus to the 2025 NFL Draft. While the Raiders won’t have the #1 overall pick in this projection, meaning they miss out on Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders, they still manage to pick up an exciting prospect: Miami quarterback Cam Ward. This is undoubtedly a step up from relying on Gardner Minshew or Aidan O’Connell for another year.
Raiders Target Miami QB Cam Ward in ESPN’s 2025 Mock Draft
According to ESPN, Cam Ward possesses standout traits:
- Arm Talent: Ward showcases the ability to throw with velocity both from the pocket and off-platform, executing throws most college QBs wouldn’t dare attempt.
- Mobility: At 6’2″ and 225 pounds, he has the size and athleticism to thrive when plays break down.
- Experience: With 54 starts under his belt, Ward brings a wealth of experience, positioning him to seamlessly step in as the Raiders’ much-needed leader under center.
Ward’s collegiate numbers are equally impressive, including over 17,000 passing yards, 150 touchdowns, and a near-65% completion rate. As NFL teams increasingly value experienced QBs, Ward checks all the boxes for a franchise in desperate need of a reboot at quarterback.
While drafting Ward might not be as headline-grabbing as landing Sanders, it offers Raiders fans a glimmer of hope for the future. It’s certainly more exciting than contemplating their upcoming game against the 9-1 Chiefs.
