The Las Vegas Raiders reportedly had interest in University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in the 2024 NFL draft had he been available when they picked in the first round.
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Raiders would have considered taking Penix at No. 13 overall or trading back to take him a bit later in the first round, but they "most likely" had no interest in trading up and reaching for him.
Fowler added that the Raiders also liked LSU Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Jayden Daniels and looked into trading up for him, but talks never went anywhere since the Washington Commanders were committed to staying at No.