Raiders SNEAKY GOOD Picks On Day 3 Of The 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Hezekiah Masses with the RD5, #175 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a cornerback from California. The Raiders also selected Malik Benson with the 195th overall pick! Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT

Masses, ranked #24 at his position, brings strong zone coverage instincts and significant ball skills to the Raiders secondary. This pick addresses the Las Vegas Raiders' need for depth and competition at cornerback, providing a player with starting upside. Hezekiah Masses recorded 47 tackles, 18 pass breakups, and 5 interceptions in his 2025 season.

Hezekiah Masses Scouting Report (Tom Downey, Chat Sports):
- Mostly outside CB with good zone coverage instincts and great ball skills
- Has upside downfield with his vertical speed
- Does not trust his athletic ability and gets grabby with receivers

Benson brings significant speed and field-stretching ability to the Raiders' offense, addressing a need for a pure vertical threat. His collegiate production improved each season, culminating in leading the Ducks in receiving yards in 2025. This pick provides the Raiders with a perimeter wideout who can challenge defenses deep and contribute on special teams.

Malik Benson Scouting Report (Tom Downey, Chat Sports):
- Great speed and field-stretching ability, but can also break back to the ball
- Solid awareness on how to attack coverages
- Lacks ideal play strength and can struggle to hold on as a blocker

​​Brandon Cleveland Scouting Report (Tom Downey, Chat Sports):
- Carries his weight well with a firm base to hold his ground against blockers
- Strong tackling hands and doesn't let players get away often
- Lacks juice and counters as a pass rusher

Hezekiah Masses 2025 STATS (13 GP):
- TKL: 47
- TFL: 1
- PBU: 18
- INT: 5
- PFF OVR: 79.5

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Hezekiah Masses' 2025 season at California showcased his playmaking ability, earning a 79.5 PFF overall grade. Masses led the FBS in passes defended with 18, complementing his 47 tackles and 5 interceptions. His collegiate journey began at FIU, where he built his foundation over three seasons before transferring to Cal for his senior year. Dane Brugler noted that Masses' sudden footwork and coverage awareness lead to plays on the football, giving him starting upside.

Las Vegas Raiders 2026 NFL Draft Picks:
- RD1, #1: Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)
- RD2, #38: Treydan Stukes (CB, Arizona)
- RD3, #67: Keyron Crawford (EDGE, Auburn)
- RD3, #91: Trey Zuhn III (C, Texas A&M)
- RD4, #101: Jermod McCoy (CB, Tennessee)
- RD4, #122: Mike Washington Jr. (RB, Arkansas)
- RD5, #150: Dalton Johnson (S, Arizona)
- RD5, #175: Hezekiah Masses (CB, California)
- RD6, #195: Malik Benson (WR, Oregon)
- RD7, #219: Brandon Cleveland (DT, NCST)

"Masses is underpowered and grabby, but his sudden footwork and coverage awareness lead to plays on the football, which in turn gives him starting upside. He has surpassed expectations at every level, and it won't be surprising if that continues." — Dane Brugler (The Athletic)

The Las Vegas Raiders continued to bolster their secondary with the selection of Hezekiah Masses, following earlier cornerback picks Treydan Stukes and Jermod McCoy. Masses projects as an outside cornerback, fitting into schemes that utilize zone and press-bail coverages. His ability to mirror and match in man coverage, combined with his ball-hawking instincts, provides the Raiders with a versatile option. This pick adds valuable competition and depth to the Raiders' defensive backfield.

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