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Article5 takeaways from Las Vegas Raiders’ initial 53-man roster
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Dont'e Thornton Jr. making the team after struggling to begin camp and then missing about a month—including all three preseason games—with an injury really highlights how much the group was struggling as a whole. Pair that with an underwhelming rookie season, and it seems like the only reasons the 2025 fourth-round pick has a roster spot are because of his draft slot and lack of other options.
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Thornton made roster on draft capital, not performance; Raiders seeking WR help.

Made the Raiders' 53-man roster despite struggling to begin camp and missing approximately one month including all three preseason games with an injury. JJ Zachariason notes that Thornton's roster spot appears secured primarily due to his 2025 fourth-round draft slot and lack of other wide receiver options rather than performance, highlighting the Raiders' severe depth issues at the position. With the team expected to pursue additional wideouts throughout the season, Thornton shouldn't get comfortable with his roster spot.

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