Oakland Raiders at Denver Broncos: 3 things to watch in Week 17

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 09: Tyrell Williams #16 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after making a play for first down in the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos at RingCentral Coliseum on September 09, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) /

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OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 09: quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders looks to pass against the Denver Broncos in the first quarter of the game at RingCentral Coliseum on September 09, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

How will the O-line hold up?

When the Raiders and Broncos last met in the season opener, Von Miller and Bradley Chubb were neutralized, to say the least against Oakland’s offensive line. Trent Brown displayed exactly why he was signed in the offseason, and Kolton Miller showed the next step in year two he was about to embark, as Derek Carr was not sacked once on the night.

In Week 17 it could very well be a different story, as the Raiders’ offensive line is again a rotation of players. With Trent Brown headed to the injured reserve, Jon Gruden announced that David Sharpe will get the starting nod at right tackle, with Brandon Parker headed back to the bench.

Brown was instrumental in the season opener, rendering Von Miller ultimately useless in the Raiders’ win. On Sunday, David Sharpe needs to hold his own, on the road, if Oakland wants any chance of keeping their playoff hopes alive.

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