The Raiders will start rookie QB Aidan O'Connell over QB Brian Hoyer against the Chargers. O'Connell has shown promise in the preseason and will bring more upside to the team.
- Rookie QB Aidan O'Connell will make his first regular-season start for the Raiders.
- O'Connell had an impressive preseason, completing 69.4% of his passes for 482 yards, three TDs, and 0 INTs.
- O'Connell ranked second among 68 qualifiers in Pro Football Focus passing grade.
- O'Connell brings more upside to the team compared to Brian Hoyer.