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Raiders WR Thornton Nears Return from Injury
15 Aug
Summary
- Dont'e Thornton is recovering from an undisclosed injury.
- Jack Bech impressed with catches and blocking against Cardinals.
- Raiders will practice with the formidable Houston Texans defense.
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to navigate uncertainties at the wide receiver position heading into the new season. Dont'e Thornton, a player the team had hoped would make an impact, has been sidelined due to an undisclosed injury, causing him to miss several practices and the initial preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals. Head coach Klint Kubiak expressed optimism about Thornton's potential return, stating he anticipates the player will be healthy enough for preseason action.
In contrast, Jack Bech has been making a strong case for a role in the offense. Bech delivered a notable performance in the preseason game against the Cardinals, contributing with three receptions for 25 yards and a touchdown, alongside effective blocking in the run game. Kubiak lauded Bech's performance, highlighting his ability to make plays, particularly in critical situations and contests for the ball.
The Raiders are also scheduled for joint practices with the Houston Texans, an experience Kubiak views as a valuable test against one of the league's top defenses. He emphasized the competitive nature of these sessions and the benefit they will provide to his offensive line, as well as the conditioning challenge posed by practicing in Houston's heat.
