The Las Vegas Raiders disappointed their fans once again with a 30-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills. A game that was riddled with sloppy play left the Raiders coming up short when they needed a play.
The Raiders offense moved the ball on Bills but settled for field goals instead of finishing drives. They also committed two turnovers in key spots where they had a chance to tie the game late in the fourth. This team is not built to depend on field goals and long drives with how this defense is performing. There has to be a change quickly to their philosophy.
The defense had its usual ugly performance with no pressure and giving up explosive plays. The Bills did average 5.7 yards per play and moved the ball at will in the first half. The penalties they committed helped the Bills keep ahead of the chains, and the Raiders gave up another 30 points for the third time this season.
Who were the winners and losers this week? Let’s check it out.
Winner: WR Nelson Agholor
With teams double-teaming Waller at a high amount, the Raiders need their receivers to step up and make plays. The starting wideouts are banged up, and they were forced to lean on their wide receiver depth. Agholor stepped up with an excellent outing, getting featured in the passing game.
Agholor didn’t tear up the stat sheet with his four catches for 44 yards and a touchdown. But he did make his presence felt and displayed he could be the deep threat with Ruggs out. His biggest play of the game was missed on an illegal formation where he could get behind the defense on what looked to be an explosive play.
The former first-round pick looked with the Raiders in limited action. He can keep defenses honest and help the Raiders keep their short game going underneath. If Agholar can continue to get familiar with this offense, he could significantly contribute down the line.
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