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Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell suffered a knee injury during a game against the Buccaneers, which coach Antonio Pierce described as serious. The injury occurred after Bucs' Calijah Kancey pushed O'Connell, who was not penalized but may face a fine. O'Connell left the field with an air cast, adding to the Raiders' quarterback woes after previous injuries to other players.
Deion Sanders, Colorado's coach and father of quarterback Shedeur Sanders, expressed his desire for the Las Vegas Raiders to draft his sons, Shedeur and Shilo Sanders, during an event with Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce. Shedeur is a top prospect for the 2025 NFL draft, while Shilo is not considered an elite prospect. Deion's influence and connections in the NFL could play a role in where his sons end up, similar to how Eli Manning maneuvered his draft situation in 2004.
Las Vegas Raiders' rookie tight end Brock Bowers is having a standout season, leading the league with 84 receptions and closing in on rookie records for catches and receiving yards. Head coach Antonio Pierce praised Bowers' unique skill set, comparing his play style to a running back and highlighting his ability to excel against top defenders. Bowers is expected to break the rookie tight end reception record in the upcoming game against the Buccaneers.
Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce claims an official blew the play dead before a crucial fumble in their loss to the Chiefs, which should have negated the play. The miscommunication led to a botched snap, ending the Raiders' chance for a last-second field goal. Pierce plans to seek clarification from the league's officiating office, as the whistle should have stopped the play before the Chiefs recovered the ball.
Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce claimed that a whistle was heard on the sideline during a crucial fumbled snap in their 19-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, suggesting the play should have been dead. The Raiders plan to send the play video to the NFL for review. Despite the confusion, players like quarterback Aidan O'Connell took responsibility for the mistake, which ended their potential game-winning drive. The Raiders are on an eight-game losing streak and will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next.
Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce defended his decision-making during a crucial late-game play against the Kansas City Chiefs, which resulted in a fumble and a 19-17 loss. Despite the mishap, Pierce stated he wouldn't change the call, which involved quarterback Aidan O'Connell taking a snap to run down the clock before attempting a field goal. The play was marred by a miscommunication between O'Connell and rookie center Jackson Powers-Johnson, leading to a fumble recovered by the Chiefs. The Raiders' loss extended their losing streak to eight games.
In a narrow 19-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback Aidan O'Connell took responsibility for a fumbled snap that ended their final drive. Head coach Antonio Pierce suggested that a whistle from the officials may have contributed to the confusion, but he stood by the team's strategy. Despite the controversy, the Raiders, now 2-10, plan to send the play for NFL review, though no significant action is expected.
Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce candidly labeled his team as the worst in the NFL ahead of their Black Friday game against the Chiefs, whom he called the best. With the Raiders at 2-9 and the Chiefs at 10-1, Pierce is looking to change the narrative by encouraging a scrappy, chaotic game. His job may be on the line if the Raiders don't improve in the season's final weeks, despite having previously led them to an upset win over the Chiefs as interim coach.
Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce announced that quarterback Gardner Minshew II is out for the season due to a broken collarbone, while Aidan O'Connell is potentially returning from a thumb injury. O'Connell is "ramping up" for a possible return, with the team focusing on his recovery during walkthrough practices. If O'Connell isn't ready, Desmond Ridder is the next option at quarterback.
Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew suffered a significant shoulder injury during Sunday's game against the Broncos, leading to his exit in the second half. Head coach Antonio Pierce indicated the injury "doesn't look good," and Minshew was seen with his arm in a sling. Desmond Ridder replaced him, completing 5-of-10 passes for 64 yards. With backup Aidan O’Connell on injured reserve, the Raiders face a quarterback dilemma ahead of their Week 13 game against the Chiefs.
The Raiders have brought in Norv Turner to assist his son, interim offensive coordinator Scott Turner, after the firing of former OC Luke Getsy. Head coach Antonio Pierce supported Scott's request to have his father, a seasoned NFL play-caller, provide guidance. Norv, who hasn't called plays since 2019, will offer his expertise despite not being familiar with the current team language. The collaboration is also a personal reunion for the Turners, with Scott's children excited to have their grandfather around.
Deion Sanders is actively advocating for his son, Shedeur Sanders, to join the Las Vegas Raiders, expressing admiration for the team's leadership and facilities. Despite the Raiders' struggles under head coach Antonio Pierce, Sanders sees potential in the organization, especially with Tom Brady's involvement as a minority owner. Sanders is considering an "Eli Manning plan" to ensure Shedeur lands with a team he approves of, with the Raiders being a top choice. Speculation suggests Deion is keen on making this move happen, potentially influencing the Raiders' draft decisions.
Michael Mayer, the Las Vegas Raiders' second-year tight end, has returned to practice after being on the reserve/non-football injury list since October 11 for personal reasons. Although not yet fully cleared to play, his return to practice is a positive sign. Mayer, a 2023 second-round pick, had missed six games and was expected to play a significant role in the Raiders' offense alongside rookie Brock Bowers. His potential return is seen as excellent news for the team.
The Las Vegas Raiders, currently at 2-7, held an open-floor meeting where players, including captain Maxx Crosby, expressed concerns about organizational inefficiencies following five consecutive losses. This meeting came after head coach Antonio Pierce fired three offensive coaches, including offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, following a 41-24 loss to Cincinnati. Scott Turner was named interim offensive coordinator, and Joe Philbin was promoted to offensive line coach. The meeting highlighted issues like inefficient scheduling and lack of discipline, with hopes for improvement in the season's second half as the team prepares to face the Miami Dolphins after their bye week.
The Las Vegas Raiders have promoted Scott Turner to interim offensive coordinator following the firing of Luke Getsy after a fifth consecutive loss. Turner, previously the pass game coordinator, has 12 years of NFL coaching experience and is the son of former Raiders head coach Norv Turner, who will join as a senior advisor. Joe Philbin will replace James Cregg as interim offensive line coach, while no interim quarterback coach has been named yet. Turner will start his play-calling duties on November 17 against the Miami Dolphins.