Jakobi Meyers in Concussion Protocol After Impressive Raiders Debut
HENDERSON, Nev. — Las Vegas Raiders receiver Jakobi Meyers is in the NFL’s concussion protocol, coach Josh McDaniels said Monday, although he had no additional details.
Meyers was hit in the head by an elbow from Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson as Meyers slipped on the wet grass in the Raiders’ game-sealing drive of their 17-16 Week 1 victory at Empower Field at Mile High. In fact, Jackson being whistled for a 15-yard unnecessary roughness penalty allowed the Raiders to run out the clock, as Meyers was a yard short of a first down near midfield on the third-down play with less than three minutes to play as rain fell.
Before leaving the game, Meyers had a game-high nine catches, on 10 targets, for 81 yards and two touchdowns, the first multi-TD-catch game of his career, as he built an instant chemistry with new Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.
Meyers, who played his first four NFL seasons with the New England Patriots, came to Las Vegas on a three-year, $33 million free agent contract in March.
“He’s been very consistent, honestly,” Garoppolo said of Meyers after the game. “He’s the same guy every day. Comes out, puts in the work and as a quarterback, when you have a guy like that, it makes it easy. You can trust them.”
Meyers initially stayed on the ground for a few minutes after the hit but walked off with help from trainers. He was walking around and talking with teammates after the game in the Raiders’ locker room, but he was unavailable for comment at the time, as he was being evaluated for the concussion.
The Raiders will practice in West Virginia this week in preparation for Sunday’s game at the Buffalo Bills.
McDaniels was asked if defensive end Chandler Jones — who has taken to social media the past week to criticize the team and organization and has alternately said he did not and did want to play while being away from the team — might join the Raiders this week.
“I have no updates on Chandler,” McDaniels said. “I’m going to stick with what I said last week.”
Which is that it is a personal issue with Jones.
Heading 1: Jakobi Meyers in Concussion Protocol After Impressive Raiders Debut
Heading 2: Meyers’ Impact on the Game
Heading 3: Meyers’ Consistency and Chemistry with Garoppolo
Heading 4: Raiders’ Preparation for Upcoming Game
Heading 5: No Updates on Chandler Jones’ Situation
Jakobi Meyers, the Las Vegas Raiders’ receiver, is currently in the NFL’s concussion protocol, according to coach Josh McDaniels. Although there are no further details available at this time, Meyers suffered a blow to the head from Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson during the Raiders’ game-sealing drive in their Week 1 victory. Jackson’s unnecessary roughness penalty allowed the Raiders to run out the clock, securing their win. Prior to leaving the game, Meyers had an impressive performance with nine catches for 81 yards and two touchdowns. This marked his first multi-touchdown game of his career and showcased his instant chemistry with new Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.
Meyers, who previously played for the New England Patriots, joined the Las Vegas Raiders on a three-year, $33 million free agent contract in March. Garoppolo praised Meyers’ consistency and work ethic, highlighting his trustworthiness as a receiver. Despite the hit that led to his concussion, Meyers showed resilience and determination throughout the game.
The Raiders will be practicing in West Virginia this week as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills. The team is focused on their training and game strategy to maintain their winning momentum. However, McDaniels provided no updates on the situation with defensive end Chandler Jones. Jones has been vocal on social media about his frustrations with the team and organization, but McDaniels emphasized that it is a personal issue.
In conclusion, Jakobi Meyers’ impressive debut with the Las Vegas Raiders was unfortunately cut short due to a concussion. His performance showcased his talent and chemistry with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. The Raiders are now preparing for their next game against the Buffalo Bills, while the situation with Chandler Jones remains unresolved. Despite the setback, Meyers’ impact on the team is undeniable, and fans eagerly await his return to the field.