If it’s apparent from the press box that Raiders coaches have no confidence in Aidan O’Connell, then surely the rookie quarterback can see it from the sideline.
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The soft scheduling that started Antonio Pierce’s tenure allowed the Raiders to build confidence with two straight wins. But they will be tested Sunday in Miami.
The Raiders are mirroring the enthusiasm and toughness of their energetic, beloved new leader, who presided over a victory against the New York Jets on Sunday.
Freed from the ineptitude of Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler, the Raiders’ new regime would be best suited to bottom out and acquire as much draft capital as possible.
Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo can’t stay healthy and looks washed up, as evidenced by Monday night’s pitiful performance against the Detroit Lions.
If the Raiders are to regain their national relevance, Josh McDaniels won’t be steering their ship. The waters he’s navigating are too deep for him to handle.
In due time, Davante Adams will be cloaked in gold and cast in bronze. But right now, he’s stuck in a spinning silver and black cycle of almosts and what-ifs.
The Raiders were rudderless yet again under Josh McDaniels, who suffered his most lopsided loss since taking over the team and now has an 18-29 coaching record.
The Raiders have had a spirited training camp, but big picture conclusions can’t be drawn until the regular season begins next month against the Denver Broncos.
Raiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell was even better than his statistics would suggest in their preseason opener Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
Raiders receiver Davante Adams left Friday’s practice with a minor leg injury and should not see a single snap of preseason play — along with the other established starters.
Raiders offensive tackle Brandon Parker missed the 2022 season with torn triceps in his right arm. But he’s back as one of the team’s longest-tenured players.
Before reporting to training camp, Jermaine Eluemunor ventured across the pond to host a camp in England, where he serves as a steward of American football.
Chandler Jones, the 33-year-old veteran Raiders edge rusher, is sporting a leaner frame this spring, with 250 pounds on his 6-foot-5-inch build instead of 265.
Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler indicated he was relieved that Tyree Wilson was available at No. 7 and picked him to join a pass rush that includes Maxx Crosby.