The Raiders’ season has been full of ups and downs, with each win followed by a disappointing loss. After beating the Browns, they were blown out by the Broncos in Denver, undoing their eight-game winning streak against the Broncos and showing their struggles when facing adversity.
Despite the loss, rookie tight end Brock Bowers stood out with an impressive performance, catching eight passes for 97 yards and a touchdown. His strong play may become even more crucial with star wide receiver Davante Adams injured and seeking a trade.
The turning point of the game was quarterback Gardner Minshew’s pick-6, which shifted the momentum in favor of the Broncos. The Raiders had a promising drive that ended in a critical interception, leading to a 100-yard touchdown for the Broncos.
While the Raiders had some bright spots, like wide receiver Jakobi Meyers’ solid performance and left tackle Kolton Miller’s improvement, there were also areas of concern. Rookie linebacker Tommy Eichenberg struggled in his first career start, highlighting the need for improvement on the defensive side.
Looking ahead, the Raiders will face the Steelers and their formidable defense. Despite the tough matchup, this game could be an opportunity for the Raiders to bounce back and prove themselves after a disappointing loss to the Broncos.
