The Raiders are the worst team in the NFL at 0-3. The Broncos need to keep them in their place this week.

At first glance, Broncos Country has to be licking their chops when they look to the schedule and see the hapless 0-3 Las Vegas Raiders next up on our schedule.

Hopefully, the team isn’t overlooking them. Digging into their games, the first thing that pops out to me is that each one of their games was close. The second thing that pops out is that their running game looks legit.

This rivalry means more to Denver Broncos fans of my age and older. Hating on the Raiders is part of our very nature.

That being said, Derek Carr is a solid NFL quarterback that excels at throwing accurate timing routes (at least that’s what I see when he plays against us). He’s not exactly what I would call a big test for the defense, but I could easily argue he’s the best QB this defense will have faced so far this season.

To me, this team is currently playing with house money. We’re 2-1 and have a superb opportunity to start 3-1 on the season where this team is so obviously still figuring itself out at multiple levels. To get there, they will need to not overlook a division rival even though they are the only winless team in the NFL.

Broncos News

Mile High Morning: Facing tough 49ers defense, Broncos’ run game showed improvement
"We just stuck to it, and that’s the key, especially in games in Denver at home," center Lloyd Cushenberry III said. "Guys can get tired, and as much as we can keep pounding them in the run game, that’s going to help us out later in the game."

At the goal line, stats show that Melvin Gordon remains the Broncos' best option – DenverFan - DenverFan
Simply put, Gordon has been more effective over the short and long haul at plays inside the 3-yard line.

Other NFL News

NFL Power Rankings, Week 4: Eagles claim No. 1 spot; Titans, Cowboys and Jaguars fly up the board
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Former Packers, Rams OLB Clay Matthews announces ‘playing days are over’
Having last played in 2019, Clay Matthews has never officially retired, but on Tuesday the former Packer and Ram let it be known he has called it a career.

Offensive Player Rankings, Week 4: What does it take to step into the starting role as a QB2?
In the first month of the 2022 NFL season, backup quarterbacks have played a prominent role. So, what's it like to suddenly take the QB1 reins? David Carr shares his insight. Plus, there's a new face in the top five of Carr's Offensive Player Rankings.

The First Read, Week 4: Bengals too talented for Super Bowl hangover; who's early leader for MVP?
Jeffri Chadiha checks in with the Cincinnati Bengals and finds a team adjusting to a new position in the NFL hierarchy. Plus, who's the early leader in the MVP race? See that and more in The First Read entering Week 4.

Buffalo Bills, beset by injuries to secondary, sign CB Xavier Rhodes to practice squad, source says
With their secondary hampered by injuries, the Bills are signing veteran cornerback Xavier Rhodes to their practice squad, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, confirming an NFL Network report.

New England Patriots QB Mac Jones likely will miss multiple games with severe high ankle sprain, sources say
Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is dealing with what doctors have diagnosed as a severe high ankle sprain that would cause many to have surgery, and he could miss multiple games, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Los Angeles Chargers LT Rashawn Slater (torn biceps) out for season, LB Joey Bosa (groin) week-to-week
Left tackle Rashawn Slater and edge rusher Joey Bosa are among the Los Angeles Chargers players who suffered significant injuries Sunday.

Yes, DVOA Suggests Dolphins Are Overrated | Football Outsiders
Miami's underlying performance doesn't really match their 3-0 record, although they've won against tough opponents. Plus: a look at future schedule strength.