3. Michael Pittman Jr. USC
WithHunter Renfrowexpected to man the slot role for the foreseeable future, the Raiders will be looking to add another starter on the outside this offseason — preferably someone who could complimentTyrell Williams‘ skill set.
In that case, USC’sMichael Pittman Jr.could be an ideal target.
Pittman is a big-bodied, physical receiver who stands at 6-foot-4 and weighs in at 220 pounds. His catch radius is among the best in the class as he uses his tall frame and long arms to high-point passes in jump-ball situations.
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He won’t be mistaken for a burner, but Pittman has enough speed to get off the line even is his route-running needs some work.
Pittman went into the Senior Bowl with questions about his ability to separate at the next level given his lack of overwhelming speed and unpolished route-running. But the USC product has impressed scouts and could see his draft stock skyrocket as a result.
At the moment,he’s considered to be a Day 2 prospectbut he could see his stock rise to as early as a fringe-first-round option. Still, with three third-round picks, the Raiders could look to target Pittman even if it requires a trade-up.
Pittman’s fatheralso played running back for Jon Gruden’s Tampa Bay back in the 2000s providing a sense of familiarity with the Raiders’ head coach.
Pittman would be an ideal X-receiver and someone who could be an excellent fit in the Raiders’ offense.
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