Oakland Raiders X-Factors against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2
By Matt Holder
The Oakland Raiders head in to week two looking to upset the Kansas City Chiefs and remain undefeated. In order to do so, the Raiders X-Factors must continue to answer the call and perform.
It’s no secret that divisional games are tough to win in the NFL, especially when the opposition has the reigning league MVP on its side. Despite the home field advantage, the Oakland Raiders enter this matchup with the Kansas City as a seven and half point underdog.
In order to pull off the upset, the Silver and Black will need contributions from nearly all of its 46 active players.
Last season the Chiefs won both matchups, however, the game in the Coliseum was a competitive one, where the Raiders lost by a touchdown. Key performances from role players like Jalen Richard and Nicholas Morrow played a pivotal role in the outcome of the game. In order to take down the defending division champions, Oakland needs big performances from even more role players.
While the Chiefs are known for their prolific offense, the team has playmakers on defense that can give the Raiders trouble as well. Slowing down the division rival’s weapons will likely be a result of solid performances from these players.