2026 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders, Jets, and Teams Strategize for Future Success
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The Raiders plan to give playing time to all players in their final game to potentially secure the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft if they lose to the Chiefs, highlighting the ongoing issue of tanking driven by the draft order system, which incentivizes losing to get better draft positions. The NFL could consider alternative draft systems to encourage teams to compete hard even when out of playoff contention.
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