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O'Connell Trade or Mentor? | Las Vegas Raiders News
Should the Raiders trade veteran QB Derek OConnell? On one hand, he’s underperforming, the team’s flush with cash tied to rookie QB Mason Mendoza—who could be a steal if he thrives—and O’Connell’s likely headed out, especially since he craves a starting role and teams need backup QBs. A late-round draft pick might be the return. But on the flip side, O’Connell’s a respected veteran, well-liked by coaches and teammates, and could be invaluable mentoring Mendoza through complex systems. It’s a tough call: let go a player with limited upside—or keep him as a bridge to building a future. Listen…
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