The Raiders are in a strong position at the bye week, but that doesn’t mean everything is great. Issues with the offensive line, the run game and injuries are a cause of concern.
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The Raiders are on their bye week, and as they sit atop the AFC standings, their fans have plenty of questions.
The Kansas City Chiefs have been mired in a 4-14 spread slump since last season and are in last place in the AFC West after Sunday’s 27-3 loss to the Tennessee Titans.
Improved play by the defense, stellar performances by Derek Carr and meaningful contributions from several young players have fueled the Raiders’ 5-2 start.
Raiders owner Mark Davis on Wednesday acknowledged that the team has reached a contract settlement with former coach Jon Gruden and revealed what prompted the sudden departure of three front-office executives in July.
Yannick Ngakoue is the AFC Defensive Player of the Week after big performance against the Eagles
The NFL is not going to issue a report on its 10-month investigation into allegations the Washington Football Team engaged in harassment and abuse because of its promise to protect the identities of those who testified, Commissioner Roger Goodell said on Tuesday.
The Raiders on Tuesday released veteran wide receiver Willie Snead, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
Interim coach Rich Bisaccia discussed the status of two of the team’s star players at his Monday news conference at the team facility
The Raiders’ two-game win streak since Jon Gruden’s resignation has allowed Rich Bisaccia and Derek Carr to take center stage.
The Raiders went 96 yards in 10 plays over 4:26 to grab hold of a game they would dominate over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium.
BetMGM suffered a seven-figure loss for the second straight week, and Caesars Sportsbook and Station Casinos reported being small losers.
Defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson had three tackles, two quarterback hurries and a forced fumble in Sunday’s win over the Eagles despite missing all week of practice.
Raiders tight end Foster Moreau set career highs in catches and yards after learning just hours before Sunday’s game that Darren Waller couldn’t play because of an injury.
The Philadelphia Eagles have plenty to learn after their offense sputtered Sunday following their opening drive in a lopsided loss to the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium.