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Raiders Elevate Key Receivers Ahead of week 7 Matchup

Originally posted on Dice City Sports | By Dallas Outlaw | Last updated Oct 20, 2024 5:19 PM ET

The Raiders have added wide receiver Alex Bachman to the active roster and activated wideout
Kristian Wilkerson from the practice squad; tight end Justin Shorter has also been promoted from
the practice squad.

We have signed WR Alex Bachman to the active roster. Additionally, we have activated TE Justin Shorter and WR Kristian Wilkerson from the practice squad. pic.twitter.com/V8f9Qn23lV

— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) October 19, 2024

Bachman, a key figure in the Raiders’ offense this season, played in three games and delivered a
standout performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He recorded three receptions for 31 yards,
marking the first catches of his NFL career. With Meyers still out due to injury, Bachman is
positioned for more playing time this week.

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Wilkerson also contributed during the Pittsburgh game, marking his third appearance for the
Raiders. He hauled in two catches for 18 yards and a touchdown. Wilkerson joined the team in
May 2023 and previously played for the New England Patriots, where he appeared in three
games in 2021 and one in 2020.

Tight end Justin Shorter, drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft,
joined the Raiders’ practice squad in August. While he has yet to make his NFL debut, his
promotion signals potential playing time in the coming weeks.