Oakland Raiders Preseason Week 1: Keys to the Game

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Jul 30, 2016; Napa, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin (14) throws a pass as quarterback Derek Carr (4) watches at training camp at the Napa Valley Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

Five ways the Oakland Raiders can just win in Friday’s preseason game versus the Arizona Cardinals.

The Oakland Raiders kick-off preseason on Friday at 10:00 P.M. EST, in a game versus the Arizona Cardinals.

This game offers the first look at a Raiders team that is receiving a lot of hype this offseason.

Here in Napa for #Raiders, I imagine GM Reggie McKenzie will have as difficult a job as any GM for cuts on 9/3. One of the deepest rosters
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2016

Oakland’s deep roster should make this first preseason game entertaining. The first preseason game will bring plenty of looks at young players deep on the roster.

Nonetheless, Oakland always wants to win. They will get tested versus an Arizona roster that has become a playoff contender in recent years. Here are five ways for Oakland to win even without their starters playing most of the game.

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