The Colts and Browns each lost their opener before winning three straight. Indianapolis leads the NFL in scoring defense (14 points per game) and interceptions (seven).
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The Raiders will play in front of fans for the first time this year on Sunday, including the coach’s wife and son.
Kansas City is a -10,000 favorite at the Westgate to win the AFC West. That means a bettor must wager $10,000 to win $100, or $100 to win $1.
Kansas City has won the last five straight up against the Raiders and is 4-1 ATS in those games. The Chiefs also have covered four straight in the series at home.
The Raiders took a moment Thursday night to mark the nine-year anniversary of the death of team owner Al Davis by lighting the original torch created in his honor.
Going out to catch a Raiders game? Restaurants, bars have you covered with special menus, snacks and craft cocktails.
Without a Raiders game, you’re going to have some free time on your hands.
On defense, the issue isn’t investment. The Raiders have spent draft picks and free-agent money. It’s the lack of return. That has to change, in a hurry.