Raiders to Start Rookie QB Aidan O'Connell Against Chargers With Jimmy Garoppolo Out Due to Concussion
- Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a concussion in Week 3 and has been ruled out for the Raiders' Week 4 game against the Chargers.
- Rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell has been named the starter after impressing in the preseason.
- Veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer will serve as O'Connell's backup.
- The Chargers' defense has struggled this season, giving up the most passing yards per game in the NFL.
- Garoppolo's absence deals a blow to the Raiders, who signed him to a lucrative contract in the offseason.