Given that Aidan O'Connell is out 6-8 weeks with a fractured right wrist, the Las Vegas Raiders were suddenly thrust into the market for an experienced backup quarterback. Monday evening brought a move for one, as they sent a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Cleveland Browns for Kenny Pickett.
With 30 games and 25 NFL starts on his resume, Pickett fits the experience criteria head coach Pete Carroll laid out for a quarterback addition. He made 24 of those starts over two seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers after being drafted 20th overall by them in 2022.