Jimmy Garoppolo's Back Injury Update.

By Babita Singh

NFL NEWS 

Jimmy Garoppolo missed practice with a back injury following a hit in the Raiders-Patriots game. 

Garoppolo initially went to the hospital for fear of internal organ damage but received positive test results. 

There is hope that Garoppolo's prognosis is better, though his availability for the week remains uncertain. 

Brian Hoyer replaced Garoppolo in the second half against the Patriots. 

Rookie Aidan O'Connell started in place of Garoppolo during a previous concussion-related absence. 

The Raiders continue to monitor Garoppolo's condition as they assess his recovery and readiness for the next game. 

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