Oakland Raiders 2019 predictions for each regular season game

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CINCINNATI, OH – DECEMBER 16: Darren Waller #83 of the Oakland Raiders slips out of a tackle by Jessie Bates #30 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter at Paul Brown Stadium on December 16, 2018 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by John Grieshop/Getty Images) /

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Game No. 3 at Minnesota Vikings

14. 28. 24. 60. Prediction

The Raiders start their long absence from Oakland in Minnesota against a dangerous Minnesota Vikings team. Minnesota is loaded with talent on both sides of the ball, and the Raiders secondary will struggle to guard Stefon Diggs, Adam Thielen, and Kyle Rudolph.

If the Raiders want to win this game, the corners will have to step up, and the Raiders will need to protect their quarterback. If they cannot do that, this will be an ugly game. Between Danielle Hunter, Everson Griffen, and Anthony Barr, the Raiders will have a hard time protecting Derek Carr, and when they can’t protect Carr, they usually lose.

Record 1-2

Game No. 4 at Indianapolis Colts

24. 28. 17. 46. Prediction

The Indianapolis Colts were one of the hottest teams in the NFL late last season, but without Andrew Luck, there is a lot of question surrounding the team. The Raiders started off hot against the Colts last season, but fell behind in the second half.

Expect the Raiders to keep their foot on the gas this time around, as Derek Carr should have a good game, along Tyrell Williams having the best game of his season, winning plenty of 50/50 balls through the game. The Colts pass rush should not be an issue, giving Carr plenty of time to wait for plays to develop.

Record 2-2

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