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Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Raiders loss streak reaches 10 with loss to Falcons 15-9 at Allegiant Stadium

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Desmond Ridder (10) scrambles against the oncoming Atlanta Falcons in first half action at Allegiant Stadium in Atlanta on Mon Dec 16, 2024 (AP News photo)

On Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez:

1 The Atlanta Falcons struck first scoring a 30 yard touchdown on a pass from quarterback Kirk Cousins to wide receiver Drake London giving the Falcons 7-0 with 14 seconds left in the first quarter.

#2 At 11:44 in the second quarter Raider kicker Daniel Carlson booted a 52 yard field goal making it 7-3 and the Falcons. At 5:35 Alexander Mattison Rush took a one yard loss for a safety and the Falcons picked up two more points making it 9-3.

#3 Third quarter the Falcons got a field goal from Younghoe Koo who booted a 40 yard field goal and the Falcons were up 12-3 at 9:25.

#4 Fourth quarter Koo got a 48 yard field goal and pulled ten points on the Raiders with a 15-3 lead at 13:26 left in the game. At 2:54 Raiders quarterback Desmond Ridder threw to wide receiver Ameer Abdullah for a five yard touchdown pass and the Raiders first touchdown of the game cutting the Falcons lead to 15-9.

#5 The Raiders host the Jacksonville Jaguars next Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. The Jags are having a tough time at 3-11 this might be the best chance the Raiders have at snapping their ten game losing streak. How do you see this one next Sunday?

Rich Perez is a Raiders analyst for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Rams Beat San Francisco Almost Extinguishing Playoff Hopes 12-6; Rams 4 field goals do in SF

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Los Angeles Rams linebacker Christian Rozeboom front right puts the tackle on San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel center in first half action at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Thu Dec 12, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

The San Francisco 49ers (6-8) lost a critical game to their rival the Los Angeles Rams (8-6) 12-6 as rain soaked Levi’s Stadium. The inclement weather didn’t help the sloppy play that this game revealed. Over 71,-000 fans were present despite the weather hoping the team would keep their playoff hopes alive.

What they got was a stinker of a game. Quarterback Brock Purdy finished the game with 142 passing yards, three sacks, one interception and no touchdowns. San Francisco did hold a 6-3 lead going into the fourth quarter but came up short when the Rams scored three field goals in the final quarter.

Game recap: The first quarter of this game was wet and sloppy, in fact it would rain throughout the entire first half. After the first 15 minutes of play San Francisco came away with a single field goal and a 3-0 lead. Jake Moody connected for a 53 yard field goal. There were seven punts in the opening quarter.

The second quarter was equally sloppy for both teams. Los Angeles did tie up the game with a 48 yard field goal courtesy of kicker Joshua Karty 3-3. That would be the only points scored in the first half. Both quarterbacks struggled in the first half although both teams were able to get within field goal range. It was a bizarre first half, an offensive struggle with some solid defense.

The 49ers would kick their second field goal of the game to take a 6-3 lead in the third quarter. Jake Moody kicked a 47 yard field goal taking the 6-3 lead into the fourth quarter. Going into the half, the rain came to an end which could possibly make for some much improved football.

The Rams saved the best for last kicking three field goals in the final quarter of play. San Francisco could not keep them out of field goal range. Los Angeles’ kicker Joshua Karty kicked a 23 yarder at 13:38, a second kick for 27 yards at 9:28 and a third field goal with 18 second left in the game for 29 yards taking a 12-6 lead which would be the final. The Rams while unable to score any touchdowns but were able to drive deep into San Francisco territory three times to take the lead and win this game.

It was only four days ago that San Francisco won the highest scoring game of this year’s season. Thursday night they couldn’t get anything going. Of course the weather had a lot to do with the outcome but the Rams also had the same challenge.

Los Angeles did a better job on the ground with 142 yards rushing to San Francisco’s 63 yards. It was a tough night for S.F. quarterback Brock Purdy who finished with 142 yards passing yards, three sacks, one interception and no touchdowns.

San Francisco had driven into field goal range when Purdy was intercepted. This game turned into a punt-athon with neither team scoring a touchdown the entire game. This was the first time since 2019 that San Francisco had failed to score a touchdown.

The Rams were able to get a little more offense than San Francisco did. It was not either teams finest hour although the Rams had more fight than the 49ers did considering the importance that this game carried for both teams.

Los Angeles deserves a lot of credit for being able to find a way to win Thursday night. They are now a 1/2 game behind the division leading Seattle Seahawks after starting off the season 1-4.

Game notes: The 49ers took on the Rams in a prime time Thursday Night Football showdown. This was a crucial game for San Francisco if they were to have any chance for a wild card spot in the playoffs. It was a huge game for the Rams as well who are now two games ahead of San Francisco improve their record to 8-6 record.

San Francisco remains short-handed in the running back position but had the services of Isaac Guerendo. The weather could not have been worse for this all-important game with a drizzle to steady rain. This was just another obstacle for San Francisco to contend with.

San Francisco will not take the field until December 22 in a game with the Miami Dolphins. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:25 PM. With three games left in the season San Francisco’s hopes for a wild card berth are dwindling.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders hope to snap 8 game skid face Falcons on Monday Night Football

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) looks to heave the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay on Mon Dec 9, 2024 (AP News photo)

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) once again were on their opponents heels late in a game but once again the game got away from them in the fourth quarter. This time against the the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) the Raiders had a 14-10 but the Bucs pulled ahead with a touchdown in the fourth quarter that pretty much put the kibosh on any chance for the Raiders to come back losing to Tampa Bay 21-10.

#2 Once again the Raiders played a close game quarterback Aidan O’Connell didn’t throw anywhere close to 200 yards and if the Raiders were able to get just that much more offense just maybe they would have been able to get the lead.

#3 The Raiders scored twice in the second quarter with O’Connell rushing for a one yard touchdown at 8:07 making it 14-7 and with a 25 yard field goal at 4:28 by kicker Daniel Carlson cutting Tampa Bay’s lead to four points 14-10 at the half..

#4 Fourth quarter the Bucs added Rachaad White carried for three yard touchdown to pull ahead 21-10, Carlson for the Raiders booted a 27 yard field goal 21-13 at 3:05 and the Bucs put the final touches on scoring Sunday with a quarterback Baker Mayfield 29 yard pass to Jalen McMillan 1:56 giving the Bucs a 28-13 win.

#5 Sunday’s loss is the Raiders eighth consecutive. This has been a struggling effort by the Raiders just to get back in the win column a place they have not been since Sep 29th when they defeated the Cleveland Browns. The Raiders take that eight game skid into their next game at Allegiant Stadium against the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football on Dec 16th. The Falcons lost to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday and the Falcons drop below .500 at 6-7. How do you see this game next week Monday?

Tony Renteria does the Raiders podcasts Tuesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Deebo says “Not Struggling at all just not getting the ball” on X

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel says he’s not getting enough touches on his X account although he’s second behind Jordan Mason carries (photo from the San Francisco 49ers)

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 On Monday San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel said on X “Not struggling at all just not getting the ball” is he right is he not getting enough chances or is he wrong he’s not producing from the chances that he’s given.

#2 Samuel had 97 yards from scrimmage in his last four games, is second in touches behind Jordan Mason. Against the Bears last Sunday Samuel carried for 35 yards from scrimmage five yards on two carries.

#3 49ers host the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football at Levi Stadium at 5:15pm PST. The Rams are second in the NFC West , they have won their last two games, and have won four of their last six games. Do you see the Rams being a much tougher customer than the Bears were?

David Zizmor does the San Francisco 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco Decimates Chicago 38-13; 49ers snap 3 game skid

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) rolls out against the Chicago Bears at Levi Stadium on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

After suffering two losses in the past couple of weeks playing on the frozen tundra of Green Bay and Buffalo, the San Francisco 49ers took the field Sunday against the Chicago Bears looking like Super Bowl contenders. They had it all going on offensively and defensively.

The Bears were outplayed at every turn. They did play a better second half but it was too little too late. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 325 yards and two touchdowns.

The 49ers had three rushing touchdowns courtesy of Isaac Guerendo with two of them and Patrick Taylor Jr. with one. George Kittle finished the game with 151 receiving yards. Jauan Jennings received for 90 yards. The final was 38-13 in a most lop-sided game.

Game recap: San Francisco lost no time establishing the running game in the first quarter driving downfield on their first possession. Brock Purdy came out in this game firing on all cylinders connecting with Jauan Jennings for seven yards and the first score of the day 7-0.

The drive took all of 2 minutes and 20 seconds. The Niner defense was equally ready for this game forcing the Bears to go three and out twice in the opening quarter. The Bears had hit a brick wall in the first quarter unable to move the ball against the 49er defense.

They had a number of interception chances but came up empty. As the first quarter began to wind down, the 49ers struck again. Isaac Guerendo rushed for one yard and San Francisco’s first rushing touchdown of the game. They took a 14-0 lead into the second quarter.

The second quarter remained tough for Chicago as San Francisco continued to bulldoze their offense. They just couldn’t move the ball at all. The 49ers extended their lead 21-0, a 12 play, 71 yard drive culminating in a Brock Purdy 16 yard pass to Juan Jennings, his second touchdown of the day, and the 21-0 lead.

San Francisco was getting the job done in the air and on the ground a vast contrast to their last two outings. The first penalty of the game could not have come at a worst time for the 49ers. Ricky Pearsall was called for holding calling back San Francisco’s would be fourth touchdown of the game. Unable to find the end zone the 49ers were forced to settle for the field goal. Jake Moody kicked a 23 yard field goal for a 49er halftime lead of 24-0.

The first half stats were stunning. Brock Purdy finished the first half 16 of 18 with 258 passing yards and two touchdowns. San Francisco had a total of 65 rushing yards. George Kittle was having a banner game with 138 receiving yards after only the two quarters.

The Bears on the other hand had some miserable stats. Quarterback Caleb Williams was sacked four times erasing the 27 yards he passed for. Chicago had a total of seven rushing yards on four carries and 27 yards receiving. San Francisco had totally dominated the game from the very first play back in the first quarter and the Bears never knew what hit them.

The Bears were able to move the ball in the third quarter, on the ground and in the air. In their first third quarter possession they had already surpassed their entire first half passing and receiving stats.

They drove down inside the San Francisco ten yard line culminating in a Williams to Rome Odunze four yard pass. Odunze made an incredible catch in the corner of the end zone for the six points, their first of the day.

The two-point conversion attempt failed and Chicago was at least up on the scoreboard 24-6. San Francisco could not move the ball and Chicago was back in business on downs.

The third quarter ended quietly but the fourth started with a bang, a 49er bang, extending their lead to 31-6. Isaac Guerendo celebrated his second rushing touchdown of the game, a four yard scamper scored at 14:57.

The Bears answered at 11:48 when quarterback Caleb Williams connected with Rome Odunze (his second touchdown of the day) for 14 yards and the Cairo Santos kick was good. Trailing 31-13 in the final quarter, the Bears were faced with an impossible task.

That task became even more impossible when at 5:15 San Francisco scored their fifth touchdown of the day. Patrick Taylor Jr. rushed for three yards and this game was all but done with San Francisco leading 38-13. That would be the final score.

Despite missing some key players San Francisco did not miss a beat. They dominated from start to finish. Brock Purdy had an amazing game going 20 of 25 for 325 yards and two touchdowns. Juaan Jennings finished the day with two receiving touchdowns and Isaac Guerendo had two rushing scores.

San Francisco finally played the kind of game they had been searching for. They now have their work cut out for them and they will need some help. They looked like Super Bowl contenders in today’s game but it may prove to be too late with four games left in the season.

Game notes: Sunday afternoon the 49ers were back home at Levi’s Stadium taking on the Chicago Bears. This game was played under sunny skies and 67 degrees a far cry from their last two games in Green Bay and Buffalo.

With this favorable weather conditions, San Francisco took the chance to get back on track despite being without some key players. Nick Bosa, Jordan Mason and Trent Williams will be out for this game and Christian McAffrey is out for at least the remainder of the regular season with a torn PCL suffered last week against Buffalo.

The Bears will be played under interim coach Thomas Brown who took over after the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus. This is the first time in franchise history that a Bear’s coach was fired mid-season. This firing came as a result of Chicago’s six game losing streak while San Francisco came into the season favorites to go back to the Super Bowl. Both teams are reeling from horrible setbacks this season.

Next Thursday night the nationally televised game will feature the San Francisco 49ers playing their rival the Los Angeles Rams. Sunday the Rams pulled an upset over the Buffalo Bills 44-42 giving Los Angeles a 7-6 record a full game ahead of the 49ers.

Right now there is a tie for third place in the National Football Conference between the 49ers and the Cardinals and Los Angeles has taken sole possession of second place. Kickoff for that game is scheduled for Thursday at 5:15 PM and can be viewed on Prime Video.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Raiders once again run out of gas in 4th quarter lose in Tampa Bay 28-13; Raiders host Falcons on Monday Night Football Dec 16

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Las Vegas Raiders defensive end K’Lavon Chassion (44) puts the stop on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) in the second half at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast:

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) once again were on their opponents heels late in a game but once again the game got away from them in the fourth quarter. This time against the the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) the Raiders had a 14-10 but the Bucs pulled ahead with a touchdown in the fourth quarter that pretty much put the kibosh on any chance for the Raiders to come back losing to Tampa Bay 21-10.

#2 Once again the Raiders played a close game got a great performance from quarterback Aidan O’Connell didn’t throw anywhere close to 200 yards and if the Raiders were able to get just that much more offense just maybe they would have been able to get the lead.

#3 The Raiders scored only twice in the second quarter with O’Connell rushing for a one yard touchdown at 8:07 making it 14-7 and with a 25 yard field goal at 4:28 by kicker Daniel Carlson cutting Tampa Bay’s lead to four points 14-10 at the half..

#4 Fourth quarter the Bucs added Rachaad White carried for three yard touchdown to pull ahead 21-10, Carlson for the Raiders booted a 27 yard field goal 21-13 at 3:05 and the Bucs put the final touches on scoring for the afternoon with a quarterback Baker Mayfield 29 yard pass to Jalen McMillan 1:56 giving the Bucs a 28-13 win.

#5 Today’s loss is the Raiders eighth consecutive. This has been a struggling effort by the Raiders just to get back in the win column a place they have not been since Sep 29th when they defeated the Cleveland Browns. The Raiders take that eight game skid into their next game at Allegiant Stadium against the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football on Dec 16th. The Falcons lost to the Minnesota Vikings today and the Falcons drop below .500 at 6-7. How do you see this game next week Monday?

Join Rich Perez for the Las Vegas Raiders podcast after every home and away games at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Chicago Bears might be best chance for Niners to get back in win column

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For most of the game on Sun Dec 1, 2024 San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was lost in the snow flurries against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 David, should head coach Kyle Shanahan had benched Christian McCaffrey for the game in Buffalo on Sunday Night Football. As it were he had to leave with a knee injury that ends his season?

# 2 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw for only 94 yards and couldn’t get adjusted to the snowy conditions of Orchard Park was this a game where the weather made it tough for Purdy or has he been losing his touch like in the last few games?

#3 The 49ers have failed to make up 300 yards or more on offense in their last three games which were all loses. They now host the Chicago Bears who have lost six in a row and come into Levi Stadium with a 4-8 record can the 49ers who are snake bitten with injuries overcome and beat the Bears this Sunday.

Join David Zizmor for the San Francisco 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders hope to end 8 game skid in Tampa Bay Sunday

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Las Vegas Raiders kicker Dan Carlson (2) holds his helmet after missing a late fourth quarter field goal against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Fri Nov 29, 2024 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria:

On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria:

#1 Tony talk about the fumble at the end of the game. The Las Vegas Raiders were in the Kansas City Chiefs zone at the 48 trying to get good field position for kicker Daniel Carlson to kick a game winning field goal with seconds left in the game. The Raiders wanted a little more field position for Carlson when quarterback Aidan O’Connell was counting his audibles when center Andre James snapped the ball which deflected off O’Connell for a fumble and was recovered by the Chiefs to win the game 19-17.

#2 No doubt about it Tony it had to be a heartbreaker for Antonio Pierce the Raiders head coach after O’Connell was moving the ball down field on that last offensive possession to get it over the 50 in the Chiefs zone and it didn’t hold up for the Raiders.

#3 In this game the Raiders had a more mindful defense and O’Connell was staying in step with the Chiefs offense For O’Connell on Friday Night Football 23-35, 340 yards, and two touchdowns. The Raiders kept it close but again just fell short at the end of the game.

#4 To Raiders defense they kept the pressure up on Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs scored a field goal in the first quarter, a touchdown in the second quarter, two field goals in the third quarter by Michael Wright, and it was Wright’s game go ahead field goal with 9:53 left that lifted the Chiefs past the by a field goal.

#5 The Raiders now 2-10 having lost eight in a row will come face to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Bucs are just a game out of first place with a 5-6 record. The Bucs are 2-4 at home the Raiders are a 1-6 on the road. It’s a 10:00 AM PST kick off how do you see this game shaking out?

Tony Renteria does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts Tuesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Buffalo Winter Blast Whips San Francisco 35-10; Bills clinch AFC East in win

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen dives in the end zone to score against the San Francisco 49ers in the second half at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park NY on Sun Dec 1, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

Sunday Night Football saw a Buffalo Bills team that has all the weapons that could possibly take them deep into the playoffs. The San Francisco 49ers fought hard but the miserable conditions that are foreign to the team put them behind the eight ball from the start of the game. They did score first in this game, a field goal followed by a touchdown in the third quarter but that would be all they could muster losing the game 35-10. The Bills for the fifth consecutive season have clinched their division.

Game recap: San Francisco was first up on the scoreboard. They drove deep into Buffalo territory but had to settle for a field goal. Jake Moody kicked a short 33 yard field goal for a 3-0 49er lead.

Even the shortest of field goals becomes a challenge with Sunday night’s weather conditions. With three seconds left on the clock in the first quarter, Buffalo scored the first touchdown of the game taking a 7-3 lead.

The Bills Ray Davis rushed for five yards and the score. The Tyler Bass point after kick was good and Buffalo took a 7-3 lead going into the second quarter. Following that first touchdown a barrage of snowballs were cascading down on the field from the stands.

At 8:38 in the second quarter the Bills struck again showcasing their running game. Buffalo was tearing the San Francisco defense apart running roughshod all over them. The Bills comfort level under these conditions became apparent scoring a 65 yard rushing touchdown and taking a 14-3 lead.

The Bills are used to these kind of conditions so traction was not posing too much of a problem for them. The 49ers on the other hand were slipping and sliding all over the place on both sides of the ball. With 41 ticks left on the clock the Bills scored their third touchdown of the day.

Buffalo had scored on three consecutive drives; this one a Josh Allen pass connecting with Mack Hollins for seven yards and a 21-3 Buffalo lead. With four seconds left in the half San Francisco’s Jake Moody attempted a 55 yard field goal which fell short and at the half the Bills had a 21-3 lead.

The snow got even heavier as the second half got underway. The conditions proved to be a challenge for Buffalo at times and San Francisco most of the time. The Bills extended their lead at 5:58 in the third quarter. Amari Cooper caught a Josh Allen pass and lateraled it to Allen who scampered for seven yards and their fourth touchdown of the game.

With a 28-3 lead, the Bills were rolling. With under three minutes left in the quarter San Francisco’s Isaac Guerendo rushed for 15 yards for the Niners first touchdown of the game. After three quarters of football the Bills were leading 28-10.

The Bills scored a fifth touchdown to start off the fourth quarter. Quarterback Josh Allen scampered for eight yards extending Buffalo’s lead 35-10. The Bills had taken control of this game from the start and the 49ers couldn’t do much about it.

San Francisco had fumbled three times in the game, losing all three and despite ten minutes left in the game, this contest was a done deal. The San Francisco bench looked completely miserable, deflated and more than ready to board the plane home to sunny California. The final was 35-10.

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy finished the game 11 of 18 for 94 yards and no interceptions. He was sacked twice. The team rushed for 153 yards with Jordan Mason leading the way with 78 yards. Jauan Jennings received for 56 yards. Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel and Kyle Juszczyk all had fumbles in this game.

The Bills quarterback Josh Allen passed for 148 yards and two touchdown, he rushed for another touchdown and received for a third. He had one amazing game. The Bills rushed for 220 yards with James Cook the leader with 107 yards. The Buffalo ground game was a huge factor in their win. They also had 152 receiving yards.

Game notes: On Sunday Night Football the 49ers took on the Bills at Highmark Stadium. The weather report for Sunday night favored the Bills with snow flurries during game time. The PA system was joyfully playing “Let It Snow” as the game got underway.

Cold weather games do not favor a lot of teams with San Francisco being one of them. Dealing with conditions like this put another layer of game planning in play. With their record under .500 the 49ers lost this game and faced a team like Buffalo coupled with miserable playing conditions was a huge challenge. Slippery conditions injury posedan enormous threat. A lot of credit to the Buffalo fans who weathered the snow storm to root their team on. They are the epitome of the true football fan

San Francisco will put this game behind them as they prepare for a game with the Chicago Bears next Sunday. Their last two games, Green Bay and Buffalo, had turned into a couple of train wrecks. The team will appreciate the balmy 63 degree weather that is predicted for next Sunday’s game. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:25 PM PST at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Fumble by O’Connell loses game for Raiders 19-17 in Kansas City

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) seated feeling the frustration after a fumble and Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton (32) holding the recovered football after time runs out and the Chiefs hang onto win the football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sun Nov 29, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez:

#1 Rich talk about the fumble at the end of the game. The Las Vegas Raiders were in the Kansas City Chiefs zone at the 48 trying to get good field position for kicker Daniel Carlson to kick a game winning field goal with seconds left in the game. The Raiders wanted a little more field position for Carlson when quarterback Aidan O’Connell was counting his audibles when center Andre James snapped the ball which deflected off O’Connell for a fumble and was recovered by the Chiefs to win the game 19-17.

#2 No doubt about it Rich it had to be a heartbreaker for Antonio Pierce the Raiders head coach after O’Connell was moving the ball down field on that last offensive possession to get it over the 50 in the Chiefs zone and it didn’t hold up for the Raiders.

#3 In this game the Raiders had a more mindful defense and O’Connell was staying in step with the Chiefs offense For O’Connell on Friday Night Football 23-35, 340 yards, and two touchdowns. The Raiders kept it close but again just fell short at the end of the game.

#4 To Raiders defense they kept the pressure up on Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs scored a field goal in the first quarter, a touchdown in the second quarter, two field goals in the third quarter by Michael Wright, and it was Wright’s game go ahead field goal with 9:53 left that lifted the Chiefs past the by a field goal.

#5 The Raiders now 2-10 having lost seven in a row will cone to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Bucs are just a game out of first place with a 5-6 record. The Bucs are 2-4 at home the Raiders are a 1-6 on the road. How do you see this game shaking out?

Rich Perez does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com