5 Raiders to watch against the Chiefs

One look at the AFC West standings and it’s clear: this is a big week for the Raiders. Here are the players who must step up vs. the Chiefs.

RB Josh Jacobs

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The Raiders’ best shot to slow the Chiefs’ offense, however, is by playing a game of keep-away. Luckily for Oakland, Kansas City is susceptible to that strategy. Plus, coach Jon Gruden has just to the man to execute the plan.

Rookie running back Josh Jacobs is No. 5 in the NFL in rushing, even after gaining just 34 yards on 10 carries last week in the Raiders’ blowout loss to the Jets. If Oakland can control the time of possession and keep the clock running with a productive ground game, The Chiefs will have fewer chances to score.

Jacobs had 99 yards rushing in the Raiders’ last game against Kansas City on just 12 carries, with a 51-yard run to his credit. It was Week 2 of the season, and Jacobs’ game is stronger now. Watch him flex his muscles on Sunday in an effort to upset the Chiefs, who have allowed the third-most rushing yards in the NFL.

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