Mark Davis on having first pick: We've been in that position before, and it didn't work out
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Key Points:
- Since their appearance in Super Bowl XXXVII during the 2002 season, the Raiders have had 15 head coaches, 27 starting quarterbacks, only two playoff appearances, and no playoff wins.
- The Raiders will have the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft for the second time since 2007, when they selected JaMarcus Russell, whose career lasted three seasons with a 7-18 record as a starter.
- Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza from Indiana is the favorite to be selected No. 1 overall by the Raiders this year, joining a group of promising newcomers and the returning edge rusher Maxx Crosby.
- Raiders owner Mark Davis expressed cautious optimism about the draft pick, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of the general manager and coaching staff, but acknowledged that having the top pick does not guarantee success.
- The team is hopeful Mendoza can become the franchise quarterback needed for a turnaround, as their future outlook has improved compared to the previous year.
