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ArticleLas Vegas Raiders Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2026 rosterAugust 21, 2026

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The Raiders didn't take any receivers in the draft until Oregon's Malik Benson heard his name called with the 195th pick in the sixth round

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Benson drafted in sixth round; first Raiders receiver pick after Nailor signing.

The Raiders selected Oregon receiver Malik Benson with the 195th pick in the sixth round, marking their first receiver selection in the 2026 draft after signing Jalen Nailor in free agency.

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Benson's 1-for-5 night with two third-down failures likely costs him third WR spot

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Benson taken in sixth round as Raiders' first receiver pick.

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Just watched the Raiders film: No Tre Tucker - he's the clear starter/their initial WR1 (whatever that is worth) Jalen Nailor left the game before th...

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Malik BensonPositiveBreakout

Benson working with first-team offense; analysts see overcorrected gap vs. unproductive peer.

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Malik BensonNegativeRole

Benson's poor night likely ends third WR competition with Bech.

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Malik BensonNegativeUsage

Benson had two drops on well-placed throws in preseason; affected Mendoza's stats.

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