Raiders QB Gardner Minshew out for season with broken collarbone

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Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew II suffers season-ending collarbone injury

Why it matters: The Raiders' quarterback situation takes a hit as Gardner Minshew II is ruled out for the remainder of the season with a broken collarbone.

Minshew's injury leaves the Raiders with limited options at the quarterback position for their upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Friday.

What's new: Minshew's injury occurred during a fourth-quarter sack by Broncos linebacker Cody Barton in the recent game against the Denver Kirkland

  • He signed a two-year, $25 million contract with the Raiders in March, but his season has been marred by inconsistent performances and turnovers.

Yes, but: Gardner Minshew II struggles, his absence will still have an impact on the Raiders' offense.

  • In 10 games this season, Minshew threw for over 2,000 yards with a completion rate of 66.3%.
  • However, he also had 9 touchdown passes, 10 interceptions, and fumbled five times, losing three.

What to watch: The Raiders have been outscored by a significant margin since Minshew's pick-six against the Broncos, highlighting the team's struggles without consistent quarterback play.

  • The performance of the remaining quarterbacks will be closely monitored, especially with the challenging matchup against the Chiefs.

What's next: The Raiders will need to assess their quarterback situation moving forward and determine the best course of action to address the position.

  • The team may explore potential roster additions or adjustments to ensure they have adequate depth and talent at quarterback.

The bottom line: Minshew's injury is a setback for the Raiders as they navigate a crucial stretch of the season.

  • The team will need to rely on their remaining quarterbacks and make strategic decisions to maintain competitiveness in their upcoming games.
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