Raiders' Quarterback Derek Carr Sidelined for Preseason Week 3
Derek Carr, the Raiders' starting quarterback, was nowhere to be found at the team's practice on Tuesday, as the team prepares for their final preseason matchup against the 49ers.
The Raiders returned to the field to begin their final week of training camp, but Carr's absence has sparked concerns about his health. No official statement has been made by the team regarding Carr's status.
Carr's absence is not the only issue the Raiders are facing. The team has been dealing with injuries and roster bubble situations, particularly at the wide receiver position. Dont'e Thornton, a former starting wide receiver, has been missing from practice for the past couple of weeks and has yet to play this preseason.
Thornton was battling for a spot on the depth chart, but his absence has made it seem unlikely that he will make the cut. The team's lack of depth and talent at the position has left him clinging to the roster bubble.
Meanwhile, Jackson Powers-Johnson, a rookie guard, returned to practice on Tuesday, after missing the joint practice and preseason game in Houston due to injury. In his absence, second-year player Caleb Rogers took first-team reps at right guard and started the game along with the rest of the second-team offensive line.
The Raiders will face the 49ers on Thursday in their third and final preseason matchup, and it remains to be seen whether Carr will be cleared to play. The team's performance in this game will be crucial in determining their readiness for the upcoming season.
The Raiders' head coach, Klint Kubiak, has not made any official statement regarding Carr's status, but the team's performance in the final preseason game will give fans a glimpse into their preparation for the season ahead.
Source: Yahoo Sports