In the Raiders' 22-20 preseason win over the Texans, Aidan O'Connell looked sharp, completing 15 of 24 passes for 166 yards and a rushing touchdown. The defense forced two turnovers, including a Wade Woodaz pick-six, while the ground game got a boost from Scott Washington Jr.'s 56 yards. We break down the film, the quarterback competition, and what it means for the 49ers matchup. Fernando Mendoza struggled with a pick-six, but the coaching staff is giving him another week. Defensive standouts like Patrick Johnson and Tristin McCollum made their presence felt. We also highlight Dylan Laube's vision and the offensive line's run blocking. The quarterback decision is still up in the air, but O'Connell's experience might give him the edge.

In this episode: Offensive Film Breakdown · Defensive Film Breakdown · Deep Dive: Dylan Laube.

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