Raiders Backup QB O'Connell Exits Preseason Finale With Right Wrist Injury

Las Vegas Raiders backup quarterback Aidan O'Connell exited the team's preseason finale against the Arizona Cardinals due to a right wrist injury, which occurred after a strip sack and a fumble early in the game. O'Connell completed three of four passes for 36 yards before leaving the game and was seen with a splint on his wrist on the sideline, with rookie Cam Miller stepping in as the backup quarterback. The severity of O'Connell's injury remains unclear, and Raiders head coach Pete Carroll indicated that the team would assess the situation after the game. The injury adds uncertainty to the Raiders' quarterback depth chart, where O'Connell had been competing to retain his backup role behind starter Geno Smith, with Miller and potential outside options like Anthony Richardson also in consideration. Miller, a sixth-round draft pick and recent FCS National Championship leader at North Dakota State, may see extended playing time depending on O'Connell's recovery. The injury intensifies speculation about the Raiders' plans for their quarterback roster as the NFL's initial 53-man roster deadline approaches.