Raiders Signed defensive-end Chandler Jones' Replacement

Raiders Sign defensive-end Chandler Jones Replacement

NFL EXCLUSIVE BY: MANJIT BAURI SEPT 12, 2023

The Las Vegas Raiders only had three true defensive ends on the active roster for the 2023 season.

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Chandler Jones left the team for personal reasons before the Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos.

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On September 11, Head coach Josh McDaniels was asked in a press conference about Jones but he said nothing.

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However, It’s unclear the timeline for a potential return of the veteran defensive end Chandler Jones.

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But the Raiders announced on September 11 that defensive end Jordan Willis has been signed to the practice squad.

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And the Rookie linebacker Isaac Darkangelo was released by the team in a corresponding move.

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Jordan Willis played the last three seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, which has been one of the best defenses in the NFL.

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He has 10.5 career sacks so he’s not a major pass-rush threat but he should be an upgrade in the run game.

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Bengals QB Joe Burrow throws career-low yards in the NFL

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