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Raiders Could Bolster Offensive Line With Indiana Star
Las Vegas could add a versatile interior lineman in the 2026 NFL Draft
Mar. 3, 2026 at 12:31am
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The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off a productive week at the NFL Scouting Combine, and the team is expected to target offensive line help in the upcoming draft. One player who could be a fit is Indiana interior lineman Pat Coogan, who is projected to be a Day 3 selection.
Why it matters
The Raiders struggled with their offensive line play last season, and adding a high-floor prospect like Coogan could help shore up that unit. Coogan's versatility to play center or guard would be valuable, and his strong run-blocking and pass-protection skills could benefit the Raiders' offense, especially with the expected arrival of quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
The details
Coogan, who stands at 6-foot-5 and 311 pounds, was a standout at Indiana, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors and being named Rose Bowl MVP. He is considered one of the most athletic interior linemen in the class and was one of the best centers in the country last season, allowing only seven total pressures and no sacks over 372 pass-blocking snaps. While he may not be the perfect fit for the Raiders' outside zone scheme, good coaches can build their offense around talented players.
- Coogan transferred to Indiana from Notre Dame last offseason.
- In 2025, Coogan was named Rose Bowl MVP for Indiana's dominant performance against Alabama in the College Football Playoff.
- Coogan is projected to be a Day 3 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The players
Pat Coogan
An interior offensive lineman who played mostly center for the Indiana Hoosiers, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors and being named Rose Bowl MVP.
Fernando Mendoza
The Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback from Indiana who is expected to be drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Klint Kubiak
The new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, who wants to run an outside zone scheme that may not perfectly fit Coogan's skill set.
Kyle Shanahan
The mentor of Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak, whose outside zone scheme is a staple of the Raiders' new offensive approach.
What’s next
The Raiders will have 10 draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft and will look to address their offensive line needs, with Coogan potentially being a target on Day 3.
The takeaway
Adding a versatile and high-floor interior lineman like Pat Coogan could be a savvy move for the Raiders as they look to build around their new quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, and improve an offensive line that struggled last season.
