Las Vegas Raiders injury update: Michael Mayer still out

The Las Vegas Raiders began the practice week in earnest Wednesday and some key pieces of the offense were not participating when media was allowed to view a portion of the workout.

Reportedly, tight end Michael Mayer remained out. He didn’t play in Week 13 at the Los Angeles Chargers. Also, rookie wide receiver Dont’e Thornton did not practice because of a concussion. He left Sunday’s game late because he was being evaluated for a concussion.

If Mayer can’t play, Ian Thomas and Carter Runyon will backup star tight end Brock Bowers again. Both Tyler Lockett and rookie Jack Bech will likely play more as part of the rotation at wide receiver if Thornton can’t play Sunday against the Denver Broncos.

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Also, receiver/special teamer Alex Bachman reportedly had a cast on his left arm Wednesday and wasn’t practicing.

Standout left tackle Kolton Miller, who has bene out since Week 4 with an ankle injury, has not started practicing yet. Coach Pete Carroll is still hopeful Miller can return this season.

The Raiders will release an injury update after practice and this post will be updated.