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The Las Vegas Raiders and Antonio Pierce have made their decision that Gardner Minshew will be the Week 1 starter for the team over Aidan O’Connell according to Tom Pelissero. Both played in Saturday’s preseason loss to the Dasllas Cowboys where the team saw enough to choose their starter. Both O’Connell and Minshew played in […]

As the Las Vegas Raiders’ 2024 NFL training camp rolls on, there are good reports and bad coming out of Antonio Pierce’s first preseason as head coach. On the plus side, the defense — which is Pierce’s specialty — has looked great, especially young players like second-year cornerback Jakorian Bennett. However, there are also players who […]

In what looks to be the tightest race for an NFL starting quarterback, the wait will be over soon. Head coach Antonio Pierce is set to name the Las Vegas Raiders’ starting quarterback after their next preseason game. With one preseason game down, a 24-23 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, and little clarity on who […]

For those following the Las Vegas Raiders training camp and and their lukewarm quarterback battle, a preseason-opening 24-23 loss to the Minnesota Vikings was far more exciting. Aidan O’Connell kicked the game off with a 15-play, 83-yard drive that resulted in a field goal. On the next three possessions in the second quarter, Gardner Minshew […]

The one interesting storyline about the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason has been the quarterback battle between incumbent starter Aidan O’Connell and newcomer Gardner Minshew. Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce spoke to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN about how the offense will look with either player starting and made a stark statement. While any football fan […]

With the 2024 regular season moving ever closer for the Las Vegas Raiders, veteran Gardner Minshew and second year signal caller Aidan O’Connell are currently locked into a competition for the starting quarterback role. Based on Saturday night’s practice, it looks as if Minshew might be starting to pull away. According to ESPN’s Paul Gutierrez, […]

The Las Vegas Raiders’ 2023 campaign was a roller coaster. A 3-5 start and a disappointing Monday Night loss to the Detroit Lions prompted them to fire head coach Josh McDaniels. Things turned since then. Las Vegas promoted Antonio Pierce to interim head coach and made rookie Aidan O’Connell their starting quarterback. They ended the […]

The Las Vegas Raiders finished last season on an “up” note, but still have plenty of miles to drive on the road to a division championship. Head Coach Antonio Pierce appears to have cemented himself as one of the most promising young coaches in the NFL, but now the Raiders need improved quarterback play to […]

With the Las Vegas Raiders starting training camp this week, one of the more significant storylines will be the quarterback competition between signal-callers Aidan O’Connell and Gardner Minshew. Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce spoke about the battle incoming between the two players and the approach he has for and when he and the rest of […]

Veterans will report to Las Vegas Raiders training camp on Tuesday, and one of the biggest questions that the Silver and Black need to address before their September 8th season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers is who will be their starter at quarterback. Popular journeyman backup Gardner Minshew was brought in this offseason to […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have had their fair share of ups and downs in recent seasons. However, there’s a palpable sense of optimism surrounding the team as they head into the 2024 NFL season. With a revamped roster, new strategic directions, and a hunger to reestablish themselves as playoff contenders, the Raiders are gearing up […]

Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, the assumption around the league was that the Las Vegas Raiders may be in business for a rookie quarterback. Sure, Vegas had just recently signed Gardner Minshew and second-year signal-caller Aidan O’Connell played reasonably well down the stretch during his rookie season, but neither of these guys were viewed […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have an intriguing quarterback battle on their hands this offseason as Aidan O’Connell and Gardner Minshew are battling it out. Minshew has been in the league longer as he has played for five seasons. He led the Indianapolis Colts last year, but he is now with the Raiders. O’Connell is entering […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a murky QB situation. Before the 2024 NFL Draft, many experts expected the Raiders to be in play for one of the top six QBs in the draft. Las Vegas picked at 13th overall and were unlucky to find that six QBs went in the top 12, setting a new […]

One week into NFL free agency, and the whole league is nearly turned upside down. It’s been a busy week for all 32 teams, including the Las Vegas Raiders, who have made nine signings thus far. The Raiders made their biggest signing with former Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, who signed to a four-year, […]

Gardner Minshew gained a reputation as one of the NFL’s best backup quarterbacks during the 2023 season. He was able to parlay his success with the Indianapolis Colts into a new contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. The new deal will pay Minshew $25 million over two years. Gardner Minshew has a new nickname for […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have already made one tremendously splashy move this offseason, signing defensive tackle Christian Wilkins to a big-money deal earlier today. And now, on the opposite side of the ball, the Raiders are addressing what most analysts around the league have deemed to be one of their primary needs that had to […]

As the New York Jets assess their biggest needs in the 2024 NFL offseason, there’s a recurring theme. They all revolve around Aaron Rodgers. That probably makes sense since the 40-year-old quarterback is at the center of the Jets universe. And with patience running thin for owner Woody Johnson after 13 straight seasons out of […]

NFL journeyman and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew is a Pro-Bowler for the first time in his five-year career. Despite Mishew having a solid year with the Colts, his position as the starting quarterback is murky in Indianapolis. While he states that he’d like to stay planted with the Colts, Indianapolis selected Anthony Richardson in […]

The Indianapolis Colts are coming off of a 9-8 season that saw an injury to promising rookie Anthony Richardson while Garden Minshew did his best to fill in as the team’s leader. Richardson spoke out about his potential for regaining his form post-injury. Colts running back Tyler Goodson got real on a major mistake he […]

The Indianapolis Colts just fell short of making the AFC playoffs for the first time since 2020, losing 23-19 to division rival Houston Texans in Week 18. The AFC South division was supposed to be one of the more mediocre divisions in all of football this season. The division started with two new first-year head […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew has reason to smile, as he has earned himself a fair amount more money than he expected just a few months ago. Minshew is set to earn an extra $2 million this season due to a clause in his contract, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN: “Colts’ QB Gardner Minshew […]

With a win over the Houston Texans on Saturday in Week 18, the Indianapolis Colts will guarantee themselves a spot in the NFL playoffs. Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew cannot wait to meet that challenge head on. “This is the stuff you dream about,” Minshew told the Herald Bulletin’s George Bremer. “These kind of opportunities, these […]

In Week 16 of the 2023 NFL season, the Indianapolis Colts faced a disheartening loss against the Atlanta Falcons. Despite initiating the game with a touchdown on their opening drive, the Colts encountered substantial difficulties in regaining their momentum. They failed to score again until the third quarter. The defense grappled with consistent tackling issues, […]

The Indianapolis Colts suffered a rough 29-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, and it was a crucial game that the team needed for the AFC wild card picture. Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew spoke about the team’s mindset and what needs to happen in the last two games of the season to make the […]

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee was suspended for the rest of the season after his hit to the head and neck area of Indianapolis Colts receiver Michael Pittman Jr. on Saturday. The hit resulted in a concussion for Pittman Jr., and Kazee was ejected from the game. Since Kazee is a repeat offender, the NFL […]

Though the Pac-12 is all but laid to rest now, there will be remnants of the West Coast conference for years to come. In this case, in particular, we take a look at some of the active NFL QBs from the conference and where they rank. Note that not all these are starters but have […]

The Indianapolis Colts suffered a significant setback in Week 14, losing to the Cincinnati Bengals. This outcome put their playoff hopes in jeopardy. The defeat was a stark contrast to their previous four-game winning streak and has raised concerns about their performance. Several key personnel are under scrutiny for their roles in the loss, and […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew stayed in his team’s Week 14 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals despite taking a big hit to the head and looking wobbly getting up, which may have suggested a concussion. There is, of course, a chance it was just a stumble or maybe a leg issue with the Colts QB, […]

The Indianapolis Colts have been a surprise contender in the NFL this season, with a 7-5 record and a recent win against the Tennessee Titans in Week 13. As they prepare for their Week 14 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Colts are riding high with four consecutive wins and a chance to secure a […]

Backup quarterbacks have always played a key role in the NFL, but it seems the plethora of quarterback injuries this season has made them even more prominent than ever before. Historically speaking, Earl Morrall was the starting quarterback for the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins in nine games in place of Bob Griese. Morrall was also […]

Week 13 was all about a couple of huge fantasy football performances from a pair of surprising quarterbacks. Cincinnati Bengals backup Jake Browning threw for 354 yards in an exciting overtime win against the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Seattle Seahawks signal-caller Geno Smith rebounded from a rough showing to find the end zone four times against […]

The Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for a high-stakes showdown against the Tennessee Titans in Week 13. As the Colts look to extend their three-game winning streak, they’ll have to do it without star running back Jonathan Taylor. He is sidelined following thumb surgery. The Titans, on the other hand, are coming off a much-needed […]

The Indianapolis Colts are set to face off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12 of the 2023 NFL season. With both teams still in the playoff hunt, this game is crucial for their postseason aspirations. In this article, we will take a look at the Colts’ season so far, including their Week 10 […]

The Indianapolis Colts are hoping to salvage their season as they currently hold a 3-3 record heading into Week 7 against the Cleveland Browns at home. The Browns are fresh off of a huge win in which the 49ers’ 15-game regular season winning streak was snapped at the Dawg Pound in Cleveland. Unfortunately for Colts […]

The Indianapolis Colts will have another pair of hands ready to contribute when they tangle with their division rival in the Jacksonville Jaguars during their upcoming Week 6 matchup. After suffering a concussion in the Colts Week 5 victory over the Titans, Mo Alie-Cox has found his way out of the concussion protocol, and has […]

The Indianapolis Colts pulled an unlikely upset on the road in Baltimore, but their chances were put in serious doubt after backup quarterback Gardner Minshew channeled ESPN commentator Dan Orlovsky with an accidental safety. The move is famously coined after Dan Orlovsky, who first stepped out of the end zone during his time with the […]

Starting quarterback is the most vital role on the football field. There’s an argument to be made that a backup quarterback might be close behind. When the starter goes down, all the pressure falls on the backup’s shoulders. Sometimes, the backup can enter, take over the starting role, and become the GOAT. Other times, in […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is still in concussion protocol and has been ruled out due to injury for Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Richardson didn’t practice once again on Friday. With the rookie out, the Colts will start backup quarterback Gardner Minshew. Richardson suffered the head injury during the […]