Are the Raiders Sticking True to Vegas’ Tradition by Gambling a Rookie for a Veteran?

After benching their starting quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, in the previous three matchups, the Las Vegas Raiders are speculated to follow the same approach against the Kansas City Chiefs. The point of attraction is that the Raiders will be gambling a veteran with a rookie. Rookie Aidan O’Connell will be taking the lead as a starting quarterback for the Raiders. 

In the previous three games, the Raiders won two games and lost one game under the leadership of Aidan O’Connell. And against the Chiefs, the Raiders are speculated to follow the same approach. 

Are the Raiders benching Garoppolo again for a rookie?

Against the Chiefs, the Raiders are speculated to move forward with a rookie. However, to drill through the promising Chiefs’ defense, mainly defensive tackle Chris Jones, will be a daunting task, especially for a rookie. 

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Till now, in the 2023 season, O’Connell has been boasting 946 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions for the Raiders. Moreover, in his five games, the Raiders won two and faced defeat in three. 

However, it’ll be a test for a rookie quarterback to perform well against the Chiefs’ promising defense. But there, the Raiders’ defense, comprising star defensive end Maxx Crosby, will raise a challenge against the Chiefs’ offense.

Las Vegas Raiders against the Kansas City Chiefs

The popular Maxx Crosby and Patrick Mahomes headbutt moment was one highlight of the 2022 NFL season. However, these two opponents will again meet at the Allegiant Stadium, looking to stamp their presence on the gridiron. In the past eight matchups between the Chiefs and the Raiders, the Chiefs won seven games, and the Raiders found victory in one. 

When these two teams collide, the eyes will be on Mahomes tackling Crosby. However, Crosby is listed as questionable following his knee injury. But as the spotlight shines on the gridiron and the teams take their positions, both will look forward to marching toward the ultimate Super Bowl goal. Coming from a harrowing defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Chiefs will look forward to reviving themselves against the Raiders. Meanwhile, let us know your thoughts on his next matchup at Allegiant Stadium.

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