Las Vegas Raiders minicamp Biggest standouts from Day 2
The took part in their second practice of mandatory minicamp on Wednesday and it was an excellent day for the team's 2024 NFL Draft cla s, as multiple members made some standout plays.Before we get to that, it's certainly worth noting that the two quarterbacks vying for the starting role, Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell, both struggled once again, which isn't entirely surprising.Not only are the signal-callers going up against a very good defense, they're also learning a new offense under offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. What did change was the Cody Bellinger Jersey first-team reps distribution, as O'Connell saw more than Minshew after it was the other way around the day before, per .In case you mi sed anything from Wednesday's practice, you can check out our . Now, what you came for: the biggest standouts.CB Jakorian BennettAccording to , Bennett closed out practice with a pick, his second in as many days. Bennett is vying for the No. 2 cornerback role opposite Jack Jones and appears to be the leader in the clubhouse.RB Dylan LaubeAnother day, another standout performance from Laube, who "is using his versatility to the fullest," per Edwards, who added, "along with racking up yards after catch from the backfield Julio Urias Jersey , he's received quite a few reps in kickoff return."Being able to contribute on kickoff returns is big for Laube, as it increases his value and, in turn, his overall chances of making the cut. The New Hampshire product could challenge for the RB3 job in training camp.TE Brock BowersBowers "has impre sed since rookie minicamp and continued to use his route running abilities to get open throughout Wednesday's practice," Edwards wrote.The rookie tight end has even picked up a nickname from wide receiver Davante Adams, who calls Bowers "the busine s man" for his serious demeanor. You can check out more on that .OT DJ GlazeGlaze stood out in pa s protection, holding his own against Maxx Crosby and Tyree Wilson, Chris Taylor Jersey according to Edwards. We haven't heard much about Glaze this offseason, so that's certainly encouraging news. With both starting tackle spots seemingly taken, the rookie is vying for a depth role in his first season.QB Anthony BrownEdwards notes that Brown "was finding his targets" on Day 2 and "connected on a deep touchdown pa s toKristian Logan Forsythe Jersey Wilkersonin team period as well as some impre sive throws toDJ Turner."Brown, who is vying for the QB3 or practice squad QB role against UDFA Carter Bradley, has had a pair of strong showings to start minicamp and appears to be firmly in the lead in that competition.EDGE Maxx CrosbyIn what is the least surprising news ever, Crosby was his elite self at practice. The star edge rusher "was all over the field from start to finish, getting in the backfield for what would've been two sacks in team period."After his performance on Wednesday, the two stars of the Raiders' impre sive defensive line, Crosby and Christian Wilkins, have both stood out over the first two days. Las Vegas is going to have some trio upfront with Crosby, Wilkins and Malcolm Koonce.CB M.J. DevonshireAlong with Bennett, Devonshire was also responsible for an interception. The seventh-round pick won't be challenging for a starting job but does have a good shot to land a backup and special teams role in his first season.LB Tommy EichenbergEichenberg made Justin Turner Jersey a standout play when he notched a pa s break-up during red zone drills. The Ohio State product is competing for a depth role at the position and will almost certainly contribute on special teams.