Raiders offensive line
I thought about naming a few specific players along the line, but the Bears front seven is so good, every offensive lineman has to play well. Pro Football Focus ranks Chicago’s pass rush as the best in the NFL and their run defense ranks fourth. Points will be at a premium on Sunday and all five linemen need to have exceptional performances for the Raiders to score.
Among that prolific front seven is a familiar face that is putting together another very impressive season. Khalil Mack is tied for the most quarterback pressures in the NFL, and averages over a sack a game. Expect the edge rusher to line up across left tackle, Kolton Miller who has shown improvement this year, but this will be the sophomore’s toughest test yet.
The Bears defensive line goes beyond Mack; Akiem Hicks and Eddie Goldman had breakout seasons in 2018, and this year Nick Williams is playing at a high level. Williams is tied for second among defensive tackles with four tackles for loss, Hicks was a pro bowler a year ago and Goldman’s PFF grade places him as a top 15 defensive tackle. Obviously Oakland’s interior offensive lineman (Incognito, Hudson and Good) will have their hands full.