Raiders Roasted for Wishing Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo Happy Birthday After Benching Him

Social media post backfires as fans criticise the Raiders' controversial decision to continue showing public support for Garoppolo after benching him for rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell.

• The Raiders were sharply criticized on social media for wishing Jimmy Garoppolo a happy birthday just hours after benching him in favor of rookie quarterback, Aidan O'Connell.
• Fans called the team's gesture 'cruel' and 'awkward', making numerous jokes and memes in response to the team's social media post.
• Despite being benched, Garoppolo recently signed a lucrative three-year, $72.5 million deal with the Raiders.
• The Raiders have had a poor start to the 2023 season, with a 3-5 record, leading to several significant changes including the firing of head coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler.
• Since joining the Raiders, Garoppolo has had mixed performances, throwing for 1,205 yards, seven touchdowns, and a league-leading nine interceptions in six starts, despite missing two and a half games due to injury.

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