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Antonio Pierce Talks Raiders' QB Plans, Says Aidan O'Connell 'Played His Ass Off'

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As the Las Vegas Raiders gear up to figure out their starting quarterback for the 2024 season, head coach Antonio Pierce said that whoever the starter is will have to compete against Aidan O'Connell, per NFL.com's Coral Smith.

"At the end of the day, listen, Aidan O'Connell played his ass off. He did a helluva job for us," Pierce said. "You're talking about a kid that has the mental toughness to play in the National Football League. Whatever happens and whatever we do it has to go through Aidan O'Connell. Being honest with you because he's earned that right.