Jimmy Garoppolo and youngster Aidan O’Connell might face off for the starting quarterback job with the Las Vegas Raiders.
After losing against the Los Angeles Chargers 24-17, the Oakland Raiders currently have a record of 1-3. The Raiders have now dropped three straight games.
Despite their Sunday defeat, the Raiders now might need to decide who will start as quarterback for the Silver and Black going forward.
Aidan O’Connell, a fourth-round draft pick by the Raiders, donned the uniform and made his NFL debut against the Chargers. Before kickoff against the Chargers, starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a concussion and was unable to exit the concussion protocol.
Aidan O’Connell Blew Hot N Cold Initially
Aidan O’Connell appeared to be a rookie quarterback the entire time. O’Connell was sacked by several different teams during the game by former Raider Khalil Mack. Two forced fumbles by the Chargers defense were caused by holding the ball for too long. Late in the fourth quarter, he also threw an interception that gave the Chargers the victory.
O’Connell also shown experienced quarterback traits at other points during the contest, particularly when he made spectacular passes to star wide receiver Davante Adams late in the fourth quarter. He threw for 238 yards and a soaring touchdown in the game’s finale. He also had a quarterback rating of 68.1 and a completion rate of 61.5%.
What Aiden O’Connell Said About 1st NFL Start
Aidan O’Connell had the chance to address the media about playing in his first NFL game and how he is still gaining knowledge about what it takes to be a rookie quarterback in this league. He said
“I think the magnitude of each play is what I’m learning, and what I learned today is how important each play is, how important each drive is,” “Just have to do my job on each play, even if it’s a little bit harder one play versus another. Just got to focus, can’t look ahead or can’t look behind. Each play, one play at a time.”
Despite the Raiders offensive losing to the Los Angeles Chargers, Aidan O’Connell showed some promise. It will be interesting to see if Jimmy Garoppolo and Aidan O’Connell engage in any quarterback battle as the season progresses.
Next week, on Monday, October 9, the Silver and Black will host the Green Bay Packers at Allegiant Stadium.