Oakland Raiders Matt McGloin will start Week 16 according to Dennis Allen
By Peter Smith
The Oakland Raiders have announced that they will stick with Matt McGloin as their quarterback for week 16 when go on the road to play the San Diego Chargers. The call was made by head coach Dennis Allen in spite of a rough outing against the Kansas City Chiefs that included 4 interceptions.
The Raiders also used Terrelle Pryor long enough for him to throw four passes, complete one and have another intercepted as well as three runs for 19 yards. At this point, the Raiders seem to be in full evaluation mode and week 16 could be the last chance for McGloin to make a case that he has an argument to be the starting quarterback for next season.
McGloin was initially an undrafted free agent out of Penn State that was able to beat out Tyler Wilson, the team’s fourth round pick to make the roster. Through a combination of injuries and hard work, McGloin has had some opportunities. Ultimately, he may have to be satisfied with being a player that makes the roster next season as a backup rather than the starter, but that is not bad for someone who had to win a battle just to make the roster this season. The Raiders are just 4-10 at this point and in the midst of a 4 game losing streak.