Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell is facing a potentially serious knee injury after being carted off the field during a game against the Buccaneers. Coach Antonio Pierce expressed concern about the injury, indicating it 'doesn't look good' and that O'Connell will undergo further tests. This situation could lead to Desmond Ridder stepping in as the starting quarterback for the remaining games of the season. O'Connell had recently returned to the starting role after recovering from a broken thumb.
- O'Connell's knee injury raises concerns for the Raiders' quarterback situation.
- Desmond Ridder may take over as the starter if O'Connell is unable to play.
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- O'Connell's knee injury is serious enough to require an MRI.
- He was previously recovering from a broken thumb and had just returned to the starting role.
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- The Raiders may need to rely on Desmond Ridder as their starting quarterback if O'Connell's injury is severe.
- This situation could impact the team's performance in the remaining games of the season.