The Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo passed his training camp physical with the Las Vegas Raiders, a league source confirmed on Sunday. The 31-year-old player spent the offseason recovering from a foot injury.
As a result of his injury, Garoppolo did not participate in any of the Raiders’ on-field activities during the offseason. The source claimed that Garoppolo would be eased back into the team “at the right pace.”
Garoppolo joined the Raiders on a three-year, $72.75 million free agent on March 17. Prior to his arrival Garoppolo signed a waiver/release in place of a physical due to the foot injury that he incurred back in December, while he still played for the San Francisco 49ers.
Following his arrival in Las Vegas, Garoppolo underwent surgery on his left foot, after which he was limited to classroom work during the Raiders’ OTAs and minicamps. He was primarily signed to replace nine-year starter Derek Carr; a decision that was viewed as controversial by fans due to the new arrival’s injury status.
Still, Raiders coach Josh McDaniels affirmed that he is not concerned over the team’s quarterback situation, thereby expressing confidence in Garoppolo and his recovery from injury.
