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Raiders TE Michael Mayer Ruled Out After Head Injury vs. Commanders

The injury shifts immediate duties to veteran Ian Thomas behind Brock Bowers.

Overview

  • Mayer was ruled out at the start of the third quarter after being evaluated for a head injury sustained late in the first quarter, according to ESPN.
  • He entered the fencing position following a hard collision on punt coverage, prompting teammates to kneel as medical staff attended to him.
  • Despite the alarming scene, Mayer walked off the field under his own power before heading to the locker room.
  • The collision occurred as he tackled Jaylin Lane on a 25-yard punt return, with Las Vegas trailing 7-3 at the time.
  • Before exiting, Mayer logged two special-teams tackles and one target without a catch, with Ian Thomas identified to assume backup tight end duties.