Dont'e Thornton Jr. returns to practice for Raiders ahead of Week 5

Wide receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. returned to practice with the Las Vegas Raiders on October 7, 2026. Thornton was previously placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury sustained during training camp. He expressed his eagerness to contribute and help the team. This marks his second season with the Raiders after being drafted in 2025. Las Vegas holds a 3-1 record and is scheduled to play against the New England Patriots on October 11, 2026, at Gillette Stadium.

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