Raiders NFL Draft Prospect: WR Brian Thomas Jr., LSU

While the wide receiver room is not a main priority in terms need, the Las Vegas Raiders would be wise to consider a long-term option like NFL Draft prospect Brian Thomas Jr.

The Las Vegas Raiders' wide receiver corps could look very different in a couple years, and perhaps even before then.

It's time for the organization to start securing receivers for the long haul, and that could start as soon as this year's NFL Draft.

With the Raiders picking at No. 13 in round one this year, it's very likely that Louisiana State wide receiver Malik Nabers will already be off the board. 

But there's another LSU receiver who made waves in 2023 that Las Vegas could consider.

Brian Thomas Jr. might have been the second-best wide receiver on his team this past season, but he was still one of the best at his position in the country.

While the WR room is not a main priority in terms of team needs, the Las Vegas Raiders would be wise to consider a long-term option like NFL Draft prospect Brian Thomas Jr :: © SCOTT CLAUSE/USA TOD | 2023 Nov 25

Thomas burst onto the scene in what was his third season with the Tigers, totaling 1,177 receiving yards and an FBS-best 17 touchdowns in 13 games. He was named to the All-SEC Second Team and also was selected third-team All-American by the Associated Press.

Thomas and Nabers were able to prosper this season in large part to the play of their quarterback, 2023 Heisman Trophy winner, Jayden Daniels. The three of them helped lead LSU to a 10-3 record.

The prospect Thomas concluded his career with LSU with 1,897 receiving yards and 24 touchdowns after being a four-star recruit and was a dual-sport athlete at Walker High School in Louisiana. His talents as a basketball star led to a number of Division I offers for hoops as well.

Thomas stands out with at 6-foot-4 and his leaping ability. and he also excels through his speed.

From February 27 to March 4, 2024, the NFL Scouting Combine will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind.

The NFL Draft will be held in Detroit, Mich., on April 25-27, 2024. The Las Vegas Raiders currently hold the No. 13 overall pick.

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