Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek made a bold move to stop the draft slide of Jermod McCoy, putting his firm stamp on the organization in his second season. This move was seen as a sign of Spytek's growth and confidence in the team. He traded up one spot to the top of the fourth round and took Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy, who was considered the most talented player left on the board. The move shows a shift from the cautious side of the team, allowing Spytek to make bold moves when an opportunity arises. While the Raiders had a significant amount of money to spend, their free-agency signings have been considered prudent and responsible, with the exception of making Tyler Linderbaum the highest-paid interior lineman in history.