Sawyer Robertson Is the Raiders' Most Intriguing UDFA QB

The Las Vegas Raiders added a quarterback after the 2026 NFL Draft.

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) against the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2026 NFL Draft class is complete.

Featuring a potential franchise quarterback and several potential starters, including what may be the steal of the draft in cornerback Jermod McCoy. General manager John Spytek put together one of the best classes in the NFL.

Oct 19, 2024; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) is unable to make a catch while against Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) during the first quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Alan Poizner-Imagn Images | Alan Poizner / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Raiders UDFAs

While the 10 new Raiders who were selected from Thursday to Saturday should compete for starting roles and spots on the roster, Las Vegas also scoured the undrafted free agent market for talent.

Sometimes, teams can find diamonds in the rough after the draft concludes. The Raiders added Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson as an undrafted free agent, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson is headed to the Raiders, per source.

— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) April 26, 2026

While Fernando Mendoza is the Raiders' quarterback of the future, Robertson is an intriguing prospect who had no business going undrafted. Let's break down who the Raiders added to the quarterback room.

A Breakdown of Sawyer Robertson

Nov 16, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) celebrates after a touchdown during the second quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images | Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Robertson spent two seasons with Mississippi State and three with the Baylor Bears, completing 60.5 percent of his passes for 7,639 yards, 61 touchdowns, and 25 interceptions. He was named Second-Team All-Big 12 for his dynamic 2025 season.

He led the Big 12 in passing yards and passing touchdowns last season, executing the offense in Baylor Offensive Coordinator Jake Spavital's scheme. While Robertson may have gone undrafted because of his reliance on a non-pro style offense, he can still execute throws at a high level.

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) in action during the second half against the Houston Cougars at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Despite playing in a spread offense that doesn't rely on making full-field reads, Robertson has translatable skills that make him a fun prospect who has a chance to compete for a roster spot.

He has desirable size at 6-foot-3 and 216 pounds with a strong arm and the ability to make tight-window throws. His cousin, Jarrett Stidham, spent time with the Silver and Black a few years ago.

Jan 7, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jarrett Stidham (3) throws against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Robertson ran a 4.64 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, showing that he has speed, should he choose to scramble. It's not his game, but he is capable of it.

He doesn't have a cannon arm and struggles with accuracy, failing to make good throws under pressure. When he is off-script and off-platform, he has no plan to make plays happen.

Oct 25, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) drops back to pass against the Cincinnati Bearcats in the first half at Nippert Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images | Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

I got the chance to speak with Robertson at the Combine in February, where he was taking in the process.

"It's a combination of getting to know, getting a feel for your personality and vibe," he told me. "I think they want to see how much swagger and how competitive you are. This is obviously the week to do it, because you're meeting with all of them in meetings, so they get to get a vibe for you and see how you interact with them."

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson (QB16) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Safe to say he made a good impression on the Raiders.