Coach Jon Gruden/QB Derek Carr

When the Raiders were 6-4, Gruden and his quarterback, Derek Carr, appeared to be a perfect match. But four consecutive losses later, that’s not the case.

Though the offense is ranked in the top half of the NFL in terms of total yardage, the Raiders’ failure to produce points is a problem, especially in the second half of ballgames. During the last five weeks, Gruden and Carr’s offense scored just one touchdown in 27 second-half possessions to go with two field goals.

Both men admit fault for the recent failures. It’s clear they must work together and find their groove once again. But recent reports suggest Gruden isn’t a believer in Carr’s skill-set, most notably his ability to gain yards when Gruden’s play call breaks down.

Watch to see if the Raiders can turn yards into touchdowns against the Chargers. The dynamic between Carr and Gruden isn’t clear, but one thing is for certain: the offense must perform better, especially in the third and fourth quarter, after the opposing defense has adjusted.

For the players on this list, coach and QB included, questions must be answered so the Raiders can move forward with purpose. Gruden returned to the Raiders to build a contender and every snap counts.

Plus, as one of the remaining teams with a path to the playoffs, the Raiders have plenty of motivation. That should help them perform better and provide some positivity, not only for their offseason and impending move but for their loyal fans.

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