LONDON – Raiders left guard Kelechi Osemele didn’t make the trip to Los Angeles last week to play the Chargers. He did make the trek to London before Sunday’s game against the Seahawks, but his playing prospects remain grim.
Osemele was considered doubtful Friday on the team’s official injury report.
“I don’t think he’s much better,” head coach Jon Gruden said. “If he can’t go, Jon Feliciano will play left guard.”
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Feliciano has five starts to his credit, including one last week against the Chargers. He’s a high-quality reserve the Raiders are confident Feliciano can step in and play well.
“We all look at Jon as the sixth starter,” quarterback Derek Carr said. “He has proven himself over and over again. Not only with his mental game, but also with the physical nastiness in the run and pass game. … It’s no surprise he has played well for us. He’s definitely a starter in this league.
Also, the Seahawks formally declared linebacker K.J. Wright out for this game. That was expected, but it’s still a big blow for Seattle’s defense.
INJURY REPORT
NFL
RAIDERS
Doubtful
LG Kelechi Osemele (knee)
DE Frostee Rucker (neck)
Questionable
S Karl Joseph (hamstring)
SEAHAWKS
Out
DE Rasheem Green (ankle)
LB K.J. Wright (knee)
Questionable
TE Nick Vannett (back)
DE Dion Jordan (knee)