AFC West Week 14 preview and predictions: Raiders get back on track

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 03: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after Josh Jacobs #28 ran in for a touchdown against the Detroit Lions at RingCentral Coliseum on November 03, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 03: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after Josh Jacobs #28 ran in for a touchdown against the Detroit Lions at RingCentral Coliseum on November 03, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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NASHVILLE, TN- SEPTEMBER 10: Quarterback Derek Carr No. 4 of the Oakland Raiders runs back to his bench in the second half at Nissan Stadium on September 10, 2017 In Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) )
NASHVILLE, TN- SEPTEMBER 10: Quarterback Derek Carr No. 4 of the Oakland Raiders runs back to his bench in the second half at Nissan Stadium on September 10, 2017 In Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) )

Tennessee Titans at Oakland Raiders

Up first is a must-win in Oakland for the Silver and Black. With the Tennessee Titans (7-5) visiting the Oakland Raiders (6-6), this is a must win for both teams as they try to stay alive in the AFC Playoff picture.

Both teams are vying for a Wild Card spot, as well as clawing at winning their divisions possibly, so this game has major ramifications for both involved. The Titans have certainly looked the part as of late. Currently on a three-game winning streak which included a narrow win over AFC West favorite Chiefs in Arrowhead, this team is certainly on the rise, and will be a major threat to the Raiders.

Despite the Raiders recent skid which includes two blowout losses, one thing that the Raiders have had in their favor is their home field advantage. With a 4-1 record at the Coliseum (London was considered a home game as well), expect the Raiders to get back to some home cooking and control the game on the ground. I am expecting a close one but the Raiders should squeak out a W led by Josh Jacobs and company.

Prediction: Raiders 24, Titans 20

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