“Davante Adams’ frustrations with Jimmy Garoppolo highlighted in new docuseries ‘Receiver'”
The new docuseries “Receiver” premiered on Netflix this week, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the 2023 NFL season through the eyes of several pass catchers, including Davante Adams. The show revealed some tense moments between Adams and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, showcasing a disconnect between the two players on the field.
Scenes from the docuseries captured Adams expressing his frustration with Garoppolo’s inconsistent passing, with one particular moment showing Adams slamming his helmet on the ground in frustration during a game against the Detroit Lions. Adams also voiced his general frustration about playing with Garoppolo, hinting that the quarterback’s performance could lead him to consider leaving the Raiders.
Despite Garoppolo starting the 2023 season as the Raiders’ quarterback, he was eventually benched in favor of rookie Aidan O’Connell due to a combination of injury and poor performance. Adams confirmed his support for the team’s decision to bench Garoppolo in the show.
Garoppolo was released by the Raiders in March and later signed with the Los Angeles Rams. He will serve a two-game suspension at the start of the 2024 season for violating the league’s performance-enhancing substances policy. Garoppolo had signed a lucrative contract with Las Vegas last year but struggled on the field, finishing the season with seven touchdowns and nine interceptions.
The tension between Adams and Garoppolo, as shown in “Receiver,” sheds light on the challenges faced by players in the NFL and the impact of quarterback-receiver dynamics on the field. Fans can watch the full docuseries on Netflix for an inside look at the 2023 NFL season from the perspective of some of the league’s top pass catchers.
