Raiders: Keys to victory against the WFT in Week 13

Sep 13, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws the game winning touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in overtime during Monday Night Football at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 13, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws the game winning touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in overtime during Monday Night Football at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 29, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Football Team running back J.D. McKissic (41) carries the ball as Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs (6) defends during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 29, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Football Team running back J.D. McKissic (41) carries the ball as Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs (6) defends during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /

Raiders: Keys to victory against the WFT in Week 13

Raiders must commit to slowing down the WFT’s rushing attack

This season, the Las Vegas Raiders defense has been a godsend as they have been wreaking havoc on opposing quarterbacks consistently. However, versus the Washington Football Team’s physical offense, they must first stop their two-headed rushing attack.

The primary ball carrier is second-year back Antonio Gibson, an explosive threat both receiving and rushing the football.

Behind him is sixth-year back J.D. McKissick, who averages 9.2 yards per reception. He is a vital piece behind an offensive line that is highly physical and intense, just like their head coach Ron Rivera.

However, while their backfield and offensive line are imposing, they still possess a few other key players.