The date for free agent signings to count against the 2026 compensatory pick formula is over. It ended last week with the conclusion of the draft. That means teams have begun signing still available free agents knowing they won’t lose out on potential comp picks for doing so.
There are still some good free agents out there who could come in and offer some solid depth and competition. After going through the roster and putting together a projected 53-man roster, it became clear there are still a few positions for the Raiders that are thin.
Here’s the ten free agents still out there that could come in and bulk up the roster in the areas they could use it.
Cornerback
They signed Eric Stokes and drafted Darien Porter. Both of whom play outside cornerback. A starting nickel corner is needed and possibly depth.
Mike Hilton (31) — Best slot corner out there. Would instantly be the favorite to start in the slot.
Rasul Douglas (30) — Once on the Raiders offseason roster, but didn’t make the squad. Then went on to have some of his best years in Green Bay. Would be worthy competition to start outside.
Shaquill Griffin (29) — Was a third round pick by Pete Caroll and played in a Pro Bowl in Seattle.
Kendall Fuller (30) — Has started 104 games in his career. Would be great depth with starting potential if needed.
Wide receiver
This may seem odd considering they spent essentially three draft picks on receivers. But that should tell you how needy they were at the position. And with several potential starters still out there, they could add someone who would be able to step in and give a couple of their rookies a chance to develop.
Amari Cooper (31) — A reunion has seemed unlikely for years. Especially after how glad he was the Raiders traded him to Dallas. But it’s been a while since then, and he’s in a different place in his career. He would instantly be considered the Raiders best receiver.
Keenan Allen (33) — Even at his age, he’s productive. And he has a connection with Raiders WR coach, having played for him with the Chargers and then joining him in Chicago last season.
Nelson Agholor (32) — Another former Raiders receiver, he could offer value as a part time receiver and perhaps a potential bridge starter.
Tyler Boyd (30) — Basically a possession receiver at this point in his career. He would be a good depth piece.
Linebacker
Linebacker was a need going into the draft, even after the additions of Elandon Roberts and Devin White. The latter hasn’t played his best football in recent years. Not having competition at that position would be a mistake. There aren’t a lot of great options out there, but they should explore them.
Kyzir White (29) — His 137 tackles last season were the second most of his career. He and Devin White (no relation) could battle for the starting WILL LB spot.
Shaq Thompson (31) — The former first round pick has spent his entire ten-year career in Carolina. The past couple seasons have been shortened by injury. Even if he were to see part of the season, it could be worth it to take that chance.