Raiders Expected to Trade QB Amid O'Connell Injury

The Las Vegas Raiders face significant challenges at quarterback after backup Aidan O'Connell suffered a wrist injury expected to sideline him for six to eight weeks, leaving rookie Cam Miller as the only healthy backup for starter Geno Smith. This situation has prompted discussions about potential trades, with Bleacher Report's Moe Moton suggesting acquiring Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who has ties to Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and Las Vegas, though Thompson-Robinson's NFL performance has been underwhelming. Meanwhile, the Raiders are expected to revamp their rushing attack by relying on rookie Ashton Jeanty as the featured back, while veteran Raheem Mostert's spot on the roster seems uncertain due to a youth movement and his recent decline in production. On offense, wide receiver Tre Tucker has impressed during training camp and is projected to be a starter alongside Jakobi Meyers and rookie Dont’e Thornton Jr., highlighting his importance despite the arrival of new talent. Defensively, the Raiders have young but unproven talent, and there is speculation about pursuing a trade for Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson, who led the NFL in sacks last season but is holding out for a new contract; however, the asking price for Hendrickson is high, reportedly including a young defensive player and a first-round pick. These developments underscore a pivotal offseason for the Raiders as they address key roster challenges in pursuit of a competitive 2025 season.