Coach Antonio Pierce announced that Aidan O'Connell will start as quarterback for the Raiders against the Steelers, taking over from Gardner Minshew.
Gardner Minshew had a rough start to the season, performing inconsistently with a completion rate of 70.7% but also throwing five interceptions.
O'Connell previously demonstrated success as a starter when he played for Pierce last season, finishing with eight touchdowns and no interceptions in the last four games.
The Raiders signed Minshew to a two-year contract with $15 million guaranteed, but his inability to maintain form led to O'Connell's promotion.
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