O'Connell's Late Surge Shocks NFL | Las Vegas Raiders News

Aidan OConnell, the Las Vegas Raiders’ third-string QB, stunned everyone by leading a late-game rally to beat the Houston Texans 22-20 in preseason — showcasing his poise and playmaking even with rookies around him. While rookie Fernando Mendoza struggled early (including a pick-six), O’Connell took over in the third quarter, directing three scoring drives and finishing with a touchdown of his own. Despite being behind Cousins and Mendoza on the depth chart, O’Connell’s consistent production — including over 3,900 yards and 20 TDs — has drawn attention. With roster cuts looming, his standout performance has sparked trade rumors and reignited his dream of becoming a starter — possibly even landing him a new team as a late-round draft pick. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/58f6663136f2d098