Las Vegas Raiders left tackle Kolton Miller (shoulder), who is on the Physically Unable to Perform list at training camp, has been cleared by his independent doctor and is hoping to work his way back into practice action over the next week or two. Barring a setback with his shoulder injury, Miller should be ready to go for the Week 1 regular-season opener in early September. The 28-year-old suffered a shoulder injury late last season, and it's unknown if he required an offseason procedure. Either way, the former 15th overall pick in 2018 should be ready for the start of the season as the starting left tackle. This is good news for the entire Raiders' offense, especially for whoever wins the starting quarterback battle between Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell.
Kolton Miller Expected To Be Ready For 2024 Season
Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (shoulder) underwent offseason shoulder surgery in the offseason and was working with team trainers off to the side throughout organized team activities and mandatory minicamp. Andrus Peat filled in at left tackle during minicamp in Miller's place, but The Athletic's Vic Tafur doesn't sense any concern that Miller won't be ready for the start of the 2024 regular season. We'll have a better idea of his progress from shoulder surgery once training camp begins at the end of July. Even if Miller is initially eased into camp workouts, he should eventually get back on the field and will have plenty of time to get up to full speed by Week 1. The 28-year-old left tackle is a key piece of the team's offensive line and will be protecting either quarterbacks Aidan O'Connell or Gardner Minshew this fall.
Las Vegas Raiders left tackle Kolton Miller (shoulder) won't play on Sunday night against the Jets. The 28-year-old didn't practice throughout the week and was listed as doubtful heading into this one, so his absence isn't a surprise. Without Miller in the equation, quarterback Aidan O'Connell will be without one of his top blockers, which isn't an ideal situation versus the Jets defense.
Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden confirmed that Kolton Miller will remain at left tackle in 2019, while Trent Brown, who is the richest offensive lineman in NFL history, will be at right tackle. Gabe Jackson will remain at right guard. Miller struggled on the blind side in 2018, so it'll be interesting to see if he is able to make strides for Oakland in 2019. If he doesn't, it'll be bad news for the protection of quarterback Derek Carr.
Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden said he's confident in rookie offensive tackle Kolton Miller as the team's starting left tackle. Miller impressed the team in training camp and has won the starting left tackle job heading into the regular season. Veteran Donald Penn will start at right tackle. Miller has a lot of responsibility in keeping quarterback Derek Carr upright in his first season.
Oakland Raiders rookie left tackle Kolton Miller has opened training camp as the first-team left tackle. It wouldn't be a surprise if Miller remains there through the end of camp, too. With veteran Donald Penn injured, Miller has taken the spot and could very easily run with it. Oakland's offensive line remains strong, which is good news for quarterback Derek Carr and the running game.
With Oakland Raiders left tackle Donald Penn (foot) coming off Lisfranc surgery, rookie offensive tackle Kolton Miller could overtake him as the starting left tackle to begin the year. Head coach Jon Gruden was impressed with Miller during the offseason program while Penn was limited while rehabbing his injury. Miller was a first-round pick and is just 23 years old, so he could anchor the team's left side for a while. The addition of Miller only strengthens one of the best overall offensive lines in the league.
Oakland Raiders first-round pick, offensive tackle Kolton Miller, is working exclusively on the left side during rookie minicamp. Current left tackle Donald Penn is 35 years old and coming off Lisfranc surgery on his right foot. "We like him at left tackle. We think he's a prototype left tackle. He can bend, he's got the length that you're looking for and he's a sharp kid...that doesn't mean that's where they're going to end up, though," head coach Jon Gruden said. Miller could start at right tackle in his rookie season, but his future appears to be protecting quarterback Derek Carr's blind side.
The Oakland Raiders selected UCLA offensive tackle Kolton Miller at No. 15 overall in the 2018 NFL draft. He's a freakish athlete at 6-foot-9 and has great feet as a left tackle. He'll be the protector of quarterback Derek Carr as the Raiders look to improve on offense after a disappointing season in 2018. It's a big area of need for the Raiders on the offensive line, and he should start immediately.
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