Posted on Oct 20
Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell suffers broken thumb, Gardner Minshew steps in
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Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell suffers broken thumb, replaced by Gardner Minshew
Why it matters: O'Connell's injury raises concerns about the Raiders' quarterback depth and their ability to effectively lead the offense.
What's new: Aidan O'Connell suffered a broken thumb to his right hand during the game against the Los Angeles Rams and was replaced by Gardner Minshew.
Yes, but: Minshew, who was benched in favor of O'Connell last week, has had his own struggles, including interceptions and a lost fumble returned for a touchdown.
What to watch: The extent of O'Connell's injury is not yet known, and further tests will determine how long he will be sidelined.
- ESPN Research shows that O'Connell faced pressure on 50% of his dropbacks and struggled when under pressure.
- The Raiders did not have an emergency third quarterback on the roster, highlighting the potential risk of relying solely on two quarterbacks.
What's next: The Raiders will need to evaluate their options at the quarterback position, considering both O'Connell's injury and Minshew's previous performance.
The bottom line: The success of the Raiders' offense heavily relies on the health and effectiveness of their quarterbacks. The team will need to address the quarterback situation promptly to maintain their competitiveness.