The Raiders wanted an experienced backup quarterback behind Derek Carr, and got one Friday by signing Mike Glennon.
Now they hope he never plays. It’s still a vital role in meeting rooms and on-the-field, should an emergency arise on game day. Young bucks can get caught in the headlights. Veterans won’t be as good as the starter, but can generally function better being inserted into a game without many practice reps.
He has hopped into action during five seasons and has 22 starts, meaning he can handle short-relief or a stretch as the starter.
That calms some fan's nerves after the Raiders released AJ McCarron, who has already signed with the Houston Texans, leaving Nathan Peterman as the only non-Carr quarterback on the roster.