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Last season, the Las Vegas Raiders alternated their starting quarterback between Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell, with the former winning the starting position at training camp, but the latter finishing the season off as their starter.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / April 22

Three players the Raiders could trade for draft picks

Here are three Las Vegas players who could be traded.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / April 22

Seven-round Raiders mock draft: Las Vegas secures elite talent on all three days

With the Raiders hoping for a quick retool, new head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Spytek must nail the three days of the draft.

Latest update on Kolton Miller leads to cause for concern

Raiders urged to avoid heavily favored prospect

2025 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

The 'Active NFL players with the most sacks in a season' quiz

Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

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The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 21

Kevin O'Connell talks Vikings' backup QB options, NFL draft approach

Speaking to reporters on Monday, which marked the first day of the Vikings' offseason program, head coach Kevin O'Connell was asked about the team's plan at backup quarterback.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Raiders Predicted to Trade Aidan O'Connell During NFL Draft, Replace Him With CFP QB

Aidan O'Connell lost his shot at the starting quarterback job for the Las Vegas Raiders the day the franchise traded a third-round pick to the Seattle

NFL Draft News

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

NFL team executive expands on what Sanders did wrong before draft

NFL team executive expands on what Browns' Shedeur Sanders did wrong before draft

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Raiders insider says this QB could be moved during NFL Draft

Aidan O'Connell's days with the Las Vegas Raiders could be coming to an end after he was drafted by the team in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Raiders 2025 draft needs, picks, best fits, history

Draft guru explains controversial take on Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward

NFL scout explains why Saints should go against the grain in NFL Draft

Every trade involving the No. 1 overall NFL draft pick

The 'Most 4th quarter comebacks by active NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Could Raiders trade ex-starting QB during draft weekend?

Insider believes Raiders could trade ex-starting QB during draft weekend

There is a slew of young quarterbacks in this year's draft class who the Raiders have met with.

Insider shares if, when Raiders could draft QB after Geno Smith extension

Insider: Steelers' move sends Aaron Rodgers a clear warning he can't ignore

Report: Steelers' T.J. Watt trade price leaks – and it's not what you'd expect

NFL first-round mock draft: QBs taken in the top two spots

The 'Most 4th quarter comebacks by active NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 7

What Is O’Connell’s Future With the Raiders?

The Las Vegas Raiders drafted Aidan O'Connell out of Purdue in 2023 with a fourth-round pick, in hopes that he'd be able to materialize into a starter for them one day.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 10

Raiders still have more work to do after Geno Smith trade

Landing quarterback Geno Smith in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks is a big upgrade for the Las Vegas Raiders, but way too much work remains.

Geno Smith is better off after trade from Seahawks

Geno Smith trade should be lesson to not believe what teams say

Raiders to bring back key DT on three-year deal

The worst NFL teams from the 2000s

The 'Active NFL players with the most sacks in a season' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Aidan O'Connell Gets Key Update on Raiders Future After Geno Smith Trade

The Las Vegas Raiders have their starting quarterback for 2025 following the trade for Geno Smith. He may not be the long-term option if the two sides can't agree on a contract extension but the team didn't give up a third-round pick for him to be on the bench this season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 21

Report: Raiders to Take Intriguing Approach to NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders' need for a quarterback has been well-documented after struggles at the position led to two consecutive disappointing seasons for the Silver and Black.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 16

Why Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell Has a Future in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback situation has been the team's downfall for most of the past two seasons. After signing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to a massive contract fresh off an injury did not work out well, the Raiders turned to then-rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell to lead the team.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Chip Kelly has great four-word response to Raiders QB question

The most important hire that new Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll made was Chip Kelly as his offensive coordinator.

Chip Kelly faces major challenges as OC for Raiders

Maxx Crosby ‘Most Optimistic’ He’s Been About The Raiders

Shocking details emerge about Las Vegas Raiders’ Ben Johnson interview process

3 Offseason Acquisitions That Just Make Sense For Pete Carroll, Las Vegas Raiders

Why return of defensive coordinator makes sense for Raiders

Raiders interested in QB Marcus Mariota?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 31

Raiders insiders discuss how team could bolster QB position

The Raiders need to get better at the sport's most important position.

Mike Vrabel rumored as potential Raiders front-runner; Saints on radar

Raiders HC Antonio Pierce dismisses report about job status

2025 NFL Draft watch: Patriots move into top spot; Raiders keep sliding

Replacing a franchise NFL QB is a monumentally difficult task

The 'QBs drafted in the top 10 to never make a Pro Bowl' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 11

Former Raiders MVP Gannon Gives Thoughts on QB Situation

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell was injured for the second time this season in Week 14. O'Connell left the game in Week 14 with a knee injury.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 9

Report reveals details of Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell's injury

A report from Sunday night indicated the Raiders feared the second-year quarterback suffered a season-ending knee injury, but the worst-case scenario appears to have been avoided.

Report explains how Tom Brady could influence Raiders' QB plans

Saints interim HC provides update on QB Derek Carr following injury

Buccaneers star safety is expected to miss multiple weeks

Panthers rookie RB Jonathon Brooks suffers ACL tear for second straight year

Commanders' depth to increase as veteran WR returns to practice

Texans designate two players for return

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 8

Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell carted off with leg injury

The Raiders have already been dealt one notable blow on the injury front with respect to the quarterback position. They appear to have endured another during Sunday’s action.

Saints get some bad injury news on quarterback Derek Carr

Panthers RB Jonathan Brooks suffers a non-contact knee injury

49ers OL suffers another big blow after starter is ruled out on Sunday

Chargers injuries pile up as pair of offensive stars exit 'SNF'

Could Aidan Hutchinson return to the Lions during the playoffs?

NFL News / The Spun / November 30

NFL breaks silence on controversial ending to Raiders-Chiefs game

Friday night's showdown between the Chiefs and Raiders ended in controversial fashion.

Chiefs first to clinch playoff spot after edging Raiders

Watch: Chiefs' luck continues with Raiders' end-of-game meltdown

How much longer can the Chiefs get away with close wins?

25 NFL players who could be fantasy X-factors down the stretch

The 'Most receptions in a game for every NFL team' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28

Raiders announce QB news ahead of Black Friday game vs. Chiefs

The Raiders offense has left much to be desired this season.

Raiders should start exploring QB options in 2025

Antonio Pierce has brutally honest take on Chiefs-Raiders matchup

AFC players projected to feast down the stretch

Replacing a franchise NFL QB is a monumentally difficult task

The 'Last Pro Bowl QB for every NFL team' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Aidan O’Connell’s expected injury timeline revealed

The Las Vegas Raiders may be without O’Connell through Thanksgiving.

Why Mark Davis wanted Tom Brady as Raiders minority owner

25 all-time NFL greats who never hoisted a Lombardi Trophy

The 'Last Pro Bowl QB for every NFL team' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / October 21

Reports: Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell (thumb) headed for IR

Las Vegas Raiders Aidan O'Connell, who had only recently ascended to starting quarterback, is headed to injured reserve with a fractured right thumb, ESPN and NFL Network reported Monday.