Overview
- Coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Friday that Drew Lock has no injury designation and will start Sunday in Las Vegas as Sam Darnold remains unavailable with rib and quadriceps injuries.
- Offensive coordinator Brian Fleury told reporters that Lock’s oblique is minor, his elbow has improved and the team has taken practice reps cautiously while expressing confidence in his readiness.
- Jalen Milroe is listed as Seattle’s backup quarterback for the game, reflecting the team’s short-term depth plan while Darnold is treated as week-to-week.
- Rashid Shaheed returned to full practice after missing two games with a knee issue and left tackle Charles Cross practiced on a limited basis, but Seattle still carries about 15 players on its injury report.
- Lock’s strong efficiency this season and the Raiders’ weak defensive numbers give Seattle a favorable matchup, and the club is counting on the bye week for further recoveries and roster decisions.