March 5 (UPI) — The Las Vegas Raiders told veteran quarterback Gardner Minshew that they plan to release him, a source familiar with the move told UPI on Wednesday.
Minshew is expected to be released on March 12, the first day of the NFL’s free agency period.
The 28-year-old journeyman started nine games last season for the Raiders. He also spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Philadelphia Eagles and Indianapolis Colts during his six-year NFL tenure.
Minshew, who primarily spent time in a backup role, completed 66.3% of his throws for 2,013 yards, nine scores and 10 interceptions over 10 appearances in 2024-25.
He earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2023, when he completed 62.2% of his throws for a career-high 3,305 yards, 15 scores and nine interceptions over 17 appearances for the Colts.
Minshew signed a two-year, $25 million contract with the Raiders last off-season. The Raiders will save $6.3 million against the salary cap by releasing Minshew.
