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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, putting his availability for Sunday's game at the Los Angeles Chargers in jeopardy. Coach Josh McDaniels remains hopeful that he'll play. The Raiders might have to pivot to either 15-year veteran Brian Hoyer or rookie Aidan O'Connell if Garoppolo is unable to play.
- Jimmy Garoppolo remains in the NFL's concussion protocol and his availability for Sunday's game is uncertain.
- The Raiders may have to turn to either Brian Hoyer or Aidan O'Connell if Garoppolo is unable to play.
Jimmy Garoppolo | QB
- Garoppolo remains in the NFL's concussion protocol and his availability for Sunday's game is uncertain.
- Garoppolo was concussed in the Raiders' 23-18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- He threw three interceptions in the game.
- Garoppolo has missed at least 26 regular-season games since 2018 due to injury.
- He signed a three-year, $72.75 million free-agent contract with the Raiders in the offseason.
- Garoppolo underwent surgery on his left foot in March.
Brian Hoyer | QB
- Hoyer is a 15-year veteran.
- He last won an NFL start on Oct. 2, 2016.
Aidan O'Connell | QB
- O'Connell is a rookie fourth-round draft pick.
- He has yet to be active for an NFL game.
Las Vegas Raiders
- The Raiders may have to turn to Brian Hoyer or Aidan O'Connell if Garoppolo is unable to play.
- Garoppolo was signed in the offseason to replace Derek Carr as the starting quarterback.
- The Raiders are 1-2 so far this season.
Los Angeles Chargers
- The Raiders are scheduled to play the Chargers on Sunday.
- Garoppolo's availability for the game is uncertain.