Raiders place offensive veteran on IR

Kolton Miller signed a second Raiders extension this offseason, locking in the Jon Gruden-era draftee for the long term under yet another new Las Vegas power structure. But the new regime will have a look at what a Miller-less offensive line looks like for a while.

The Raiders are placing Miller on IR, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reports. An MRI on Miller’s ankle revealed a high-ankle sprain and a hairline fracture. This move will park the Raiders tackle for at least four games, leading to big changes up front.

"It’s a high-ankle sprain and a hairline fracture, rather than just a sprain," Rapoport reported. "The MRI revealed the sprain, a CT scan revealed the fracture. He’s headed for injured teserve."

This will ensure Miller matches his career high in missed games. He missed four in 2023;