Now that the dust has settled from the Raiders win over the Los Angeles Chargers, it’s worth poring over the finer details of a game that likely changed the trajectory of the season for both teams. A breakdown of the tape revealed numerous things that deserve particular mention and fleshing out. … Rookie fullback Alec
Taking stock of noteworthy plays, performances from Raiders’ win over Chargers
Ingold = Spider2YBanana
Kickers cannot miss extra points, no weather or adverse conditions for an excuse either.
Joseph had a very good game. Though he too still has issues covering TEs and RBs. Sounds like he could miss significant time now with his injury.
Ferrell needs to prove this game was not just a one time thing. Going up against a backup LT can be misleading.
I still say the most underrated FA signing is Mayowa. He is at least producing for his contract unlike Joyner who Gruden still seems to love.
Morrow and Whitehead are out there because who else are you going to put out there?
Defensive is still a sieve. Chargers were making hay on the ground, getting big chunks of yardage. I’m not going to put much stock in Ferrell getting sacks against backups. Can he do this against true starters? The jury is still out.
Joseph likely gone for the rest of the season. The question is how soon newly acquired DJ Swearinger can get up to speed. I’m expecting a drop off with Swearinger. There’s a reason that he was sitting at home waiting for a call.
Can’t say I agree with your take on Ferrell’s sacks. His sack against the Broncos was a blatant coverage sack. These were not, and he did beat his man handily off the line. Married to a narrative, Steve?
I do agree on the offsides penalties. Not even sure if they were legit, but at some point you have to realize you’re dealing with a ridiculous crew that is calling it for whatever reason.