Overview
- Dean did not take part in on-field work during OTAs and did not dress for the final session of the Raiders' mandatory minicamp that concluded Wednesday.
- Assistant head coach Mike McCoy told reporters there is "no concern" and said Dean has been present at team facilities and attended media day.
- The Raiders signed Dean in March to a three-year, $36 million deal that includes roughly $20 million fully guaranteed, making his availability a material roster and financial issue.
- Dean had a breakout 2024 season but missed seven games last year, and that recent injury history is driving fan and media scrutiny of any offseason absences.
- Coaches say they are managing players day to day to keep the roster fresh and the team could add linebacker depth if absences persist, with training camp the next key milestone to watch.