As the season winds down, it’s clear the Oakland Raiders need to revamp their secondary, but where does defensive back T.J. Carrie fit into the pass defense in 2016?
It’s not a simple answer, as Carrie can play both cornerback and safety. However, he’s excelled and struggled at both positions at different points of the season.
Then again, the coaching staff might have stretched him too far, constantly toggling the second-year pro between two positions.
The instability in his week-to-week assignments may explain his recent struggles in the secondary.
The added responsibilities hurt him most in Week 15, when he blew a coverage due ...
Although not pleasing to the eye, the Oakland Raiders relied on their defense to remain competitive and earn a victory over the San Diego Chargers.
The Raiders didn’t have the firepower to consistently drive down the field with explosive plays. Benson Mayowa’s 40-yard fumble recovery put the Raiders offense on the Chargers' three-yard line late in the fourth quarter:
Earlier in the season, the Raiders couldn’t win games with an inefficient passing offense. Now, they’ve earned two gritty victories within the last three outings. Oakland’s ability to win ugly provides another formula for success as the team progresses.
The Raiders’ flashy passing attack ...
It took an extra overtime period, but the Oakland Raiders pulled out a 23-20 victory in dramatic fashion over the San Diego Chargers on Thursday.
Emotions ran high for safety Charles Woodson’s farewell, but the energy on the field lacked through three-and-a-half quarters. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers found success in throwing short passes on rub routes. The Raiders offense looked out of sync.
After allowing 17 points in the first half, the Raiders defense held the Chargers to three points in the second half.
Defensive lineman Denico Autry sacked Rivers in the end zone for a safety. Defensive lineman Benson Mayowa recovered and returned ...
The future looks bright for the Raiders.
Notice I did not say the Oakland Raiders. Because for all we know, there won't be an Oakland Raiders at this point in a year.
But for the franchise—wherever it plays—Thursday's 23-20 overtime win against the San Diego Chargers was a harbinger of better things. A sign.
A sign the team's days as an AFC West punching bag are done.
Mind you, it certainly wasn't a sparkly Christmas Eve victory:
Actually, Nick, that would be Festivus.
This game was the encapsulation of all things Thursday Night Football. The Oakland offense went MIA for much of the second half. Then ...
The Oakland Raiders must channel the excitement for an emotional final home game into a sound game plan against the San Diego Chargers.
The Chargers won’t suit up and lie down for safety Charles Woodson's home-victory lap in hostile territory.
Chargers tight end Antonio Gates referenced the Black Hole as an exhilarating place to play for the visiting team as well, per CSNBayArea.com reporter Scott Bair:
San Diego has lost a number of key players due to injuries:
Nonetheless, the Raiders should prepare for a fight. The Chargers scored 30 points at Qualcomm Stadium in their final home game against the Miami Dolphins in Week ...
A vintage Charles Woodson would be a Christmas miracle—but apparently not one out of reach.The Oakland Raiders may use the retiring defensive back as a wide receiver and returner against the San Diego Chargers on Thursday, per the San Francisco Chronicle's Vic Tafur, harking back to Woodson's days in a Michigan Wolverines uniform.Although the veteran hasn't caught a pass since 2000—just one of two career receptions for 27 yards, each made during his first stint with the Raiders—Oakland has had the trick up its sleeve for quite a while."That's been in discussions ever since we started this season," offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave ...
Typically, it’s tough for NFL players to muster up enough energy for a Thursday night game on short rest, but the Oakland Raiders will play their final home game against the San Diego Chargers on the heels of a stirring retirement announcement.
Oakland might as well rename this contest the Farewell Charles Woodson Game. The Raiders safety announced his intentions to retire in front of local media Monday. If anyone takes the field charged up, it’ll be Woodson in his final home game.
The Raiders’ uncertain future pertaining to relocation will also add some flair to Thursday’s matchup as a must-watch event.
Both ...
The Oakland Raiders (6-8) will play their home finale against the San Diego Chargers (4-10) in what could be their last game at O.co Coliseum in an AFC West matchup Thursday night. The Raiders and Chargers are both planning on moving to Los Angeles after this season, and the visiting team has gone 7-3 against the spread in the past 10 meetings. San Diego is also 3-0 ATS in its last three games as an underdog versus Oakland.
Point spread: The Raiders opened as six-point favorites; the total was 44.5 early in the week, according to sportsbooks monitored by Odds Shark ...
The Oakland Raiders’ Week 16 stock report features two roster studs on the downside, an impressive free-agent pickup and a rookie who is breaking through a 10-year barrier.
The Raiders started Sunday's contest in quicksand with two turnovers. The Green Bay Packers capitalized with 14 points.
A valiant fight to the finish ended in a disappointing fourth quarter full of miscommunications indicative of a young team that is still learning the ropes. In four fourth-quarter offensive drives, Oakland scored zero points.
Despite the anticlimactic finish, standout performers made the late surge feasible. Unfortunately, the early hole forced an uphill battle and a critical ...
The Oakland Raiders’ 30-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers pulls some intriguing takeaways to the forefront for the immediate and distant future.
With the postseason out of reach, management can begin evaluating talent and pondering personnel decisions.
Short-term changes with the future in mind could take effect as early as Thursday night against the San Diego Chargers.
Roster attrition may present an audition opportunity for a veteran player on an expiring contract.
A mid-round pick could unexpectedly ascend to the starting lineup after an impressive showing over the past few outings.
An upbeat postgame interview offered a glimpse into a veteran’s thought process as he ...