Dont'e Thornton

Thornton is one of the most intriguing boom/bust prospects in this year’s rookie class. At 6'5" with 4.30 speed, he boasts a 100th percentile speed score and the kind of raw athletic profile that immediately turns heads. Matt Harmon of Reception Perception calls him a “pure project,” but early signs from Raiders camp suggest the light may be coming on faster than expected. According to Raiders beat writer Levi Edwards, Thornton "has already become a top target" for Geno Smith and is using "his acceleration to create separation consistently.” The Athletic’s Tashan Reed also noted that Thornton “stood out the most among the group during OTAs,” which is especially encouraging given the logjam of unproven talent in Vegas. While Thornton’s development curve may still be steep, his unique size/speed combo paired with early camp momentum makes him an exciting late-round dart throw. If he earns significant snaps, WR3/WR4 numbers are possible as the third or fourth option in Vegas.