Las Vegas moved down ten spots in the sixth round of the 2026…
Las Vegas moved down ten spots in the sixth round of the 2026 draft, sending No. 185 to Tampa Bay and receiving Nos. 195 and 229. The Raiders used those selections on wide receiver Malik Benson and defensive lineman Brandon Cleveland. Because both rookies are only beginning their NFL careers, the extra selection is attractive but the long-term value of the return remains unsettled.
Las Vegas Raiders Received
- pick 2026 6th round pick (195th overall, Malik Benson )
- pick 2026 7th round pick (229th overall, Brandon Cleveland)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Received
- pick 2026 6th round pick (185th overall, Bauer Sharp )
Trade Analysis
The Draft-Day Move
Tampa Bay wanted to move up in the sixth round of the 2026 draft. The Buccaneers sent selections No. 195 and No. 229 to Las Vegas for pick No. 185. Tampa Bay used the acquired choice on LSU tight end Bauer Sharp, while the Raiders used their two new selections on wide receiver Malik Benson and defensive lineman Brandon Cleveland.
Tampa Bay's Bet
The Buccaneers concentrated two late-round assets into one player. Moving up ten spots is a small jump, but paying No. 229 shows Tampa Bay had a specific target it did not want to risk losing. Sharp therefore carries most of Tampa Bay's side of the evaluation, and his eventual role as a tight end will determine whether the move-up was worthwhile.
Las Vegas Adds a Lottery Ticket
The Raiders accepted the move down and gained an additional selection. That gave Las Vegas two chances to find contributors instead of one. Benson brings receiving upside, while Cleveland adds defensive-line depth. The structure is favorable for a team seeking roster volume, but two selections are not automatically better than one if Sharp becomes the superior NFL player.
Too Early for Outcome Grading
As of the 2026 season, all three players are still at the beginning of their professional careers. There is no responsible basis for assigning long-term player value before the draft class has accumulated meaningful NFL results. The transaction can be assessed structurally, but not conclusively.
Final Verdict
Even Trade for now. Tampa Bay and Las Vegas each earn a B. The Buccaneers aggressively secured the prospect they preferred, while the Raiders added another draft opportunity without moving far down the board. The verdict should remain balanced until Bauer Sharp, Malik Benson and Brandon Cleveland establish meaningful NFL track records.
The rookies' development will determine which side ultimately gained more.