5 things Oakland Raiders fans should be thankful for in 2019

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 15: (L-R) Head coach Jon Gruden, general manager Mike Mayock and quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders talk on the field before the NFL preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - AUGUST 15: (L-R) Head coach Jon Gruden, general manager Mike Mayock and quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders talk on the field before the NFL preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 15: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders throws a pass during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at RingCentral Coliseum on September 15, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 15: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders throws a pass during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at RingCentral Coliseum on September 15, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)

The Oakland Raiders are putting together an impressive season that Raider Nation should be very thankful for this holiday season.

During the holiday season, many people set aside or forget about some of their hardships and focus on what they are thankful for. After a very disappointing Week 12, Oakland Raiders fans could benefit from a similar activity.

Sometimes in the middle of the season, it can be hard for fans to see the bright side of their favorite team. The silver lining can become a bit murky and it’s hard to grasp the bigger plan when the intermediate one doesn’t seem to be going well.

Luckily, there are plenty of positive vibes surrounding Oakland and fans have a lot to be happy about when it comes to the team.

The Raiders are in the midst of a playoff run and the foundation for the organization is laid. Raider Nation has a lot to be thankful, but here are five things that every member of the Nation should be happy about this Thanksgiving.

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