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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell sustained a broken thumb on his throwing hand during the first quarter of a game against the Los Angeles Rams. He will undergo further tests to determine the extent of his injury. Gardner Minshew, who was recently benched in favor of O'Connell, stepped in as the replacement quarterback. Minshew struggled in the game, contributing to the team's challenges.
- O'Connell's injury could significantly impact the Raiders' offensive strategy moving forward.
- Minshew's performance has been inconsistent, raising concerns about the team's quarterback situation.
Aidan O'Connell | QB
Injury
Week 7
52 pass yards
- Suffered a broken thumb on his throwing hand.
- Completed 6 of 10 passes for 52 yards before the injury.
- Was pressured on 50% of his dropbacks.
Gardner Minshew | QB
Pickup
Week 7
90 pass yards
1 fumbles
1 interceptions
- Replaced O'Connell after his injury.
- Completed 8 of 16 passes for 90 yards with an interception and a lost fumble.
- Has struggled with turnovers, including a pick-six in his last game before being benched.
Las Vegas Raiders
- The team faces uncertainty at the quarterback position with O'Connell's injury.
- Minshew's performance will be critical for the Raiders' success moving forward.
Los Angeles Rams
- The Rams capitalized on O'Connell's injury and Minshew's struggles.
- Their defense pressured the Raiders' quarterbacks effectively.