Cody White is officially on the Raiders’ 53-man roster, and if you haven’t been paying attention, you probably should be. The guy has racked up three touchdowns in just the last two weeks, with all three of his receptions this year going for six points. Talk about making an impact from the practice squad.
White’s Wild Ride From Practice Squad to the Main Roster
This move was coming, honestly. White was out of elevations from the practice squad after his recent heroics. For a 27-year-old undrafted free agent who’s been grinding in the league since 2020, appearing in 33 career games, this is a huge moment. He’s been putting in work, too, with 56 percent of special teams snaps and 16 percent of offensive snaps so far this season. The Raiders clearly saw enough to pull the trigger and get him on the main squad, especially with those clutch scores.
Fractured Forearm Puts Bech on IR, Dorsett Joins Practice Squad
Unfortunately, this roster shake-up comes with some bad news for another receiver. Jack Bech is heading to injured reserve after suffering a fractured forearm during Sunday’s victory over the Saints. That’s a brutal break. In a corresponding move, the Raiders added receiver Phillip Dorsett to their practice squad and released receiver Justin Shorter from the practice squad. It’s all part of the early season shuffle to adapt to injuries and reward strong performances.
This is a tough break for Bech, no doubt, but it opens the door for White to really solidify his spot. The Raiders clearly believe in what he’s shown on the field, especially those crucial scores. With Dorsett also joining the practice squad, Las Vegas is clearly trying to keep options open for their receiving corps. Keep an eye on White, because if he keeps finding the end zone, things could get really interesting.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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