Raiders downplay Nakobe Dean's absence at mandatory minicamp practice
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Key Points:
- New Raiders linebacker Nakobe Dean missed the voluntary offseason program and was absent from the mandatory minicamp, though he appeared at the team’s media day.
- Raiders assistant head coach Mike McCoy downplayed concerns about Dean’s absence, emphasizing the importance of players being fresh for the season opener.
- Dean’s reasons for missing the minicamp remain unclear, with no official explanation provided.
- Dean has a history of injuries, having played only 47 of 68 possible career games due to various ailments including a pectoral injury and patellar tendon tear.
- Drafted by the Eagles in the third round in 2022, Dean recorded 226 tackles and 7.5 sacks over four seasons before joining the Raiders.