Raiders vs Washington Football Team: 3 things we learned in Week 13

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 05: Defensive end Maxx Crosby #98, free safety Trevon Moehrig #25, defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson #77, and outside linebacker K.J. Wright #34 of the Las Vegas Raiders walk off the field following the team’s 17-15 loss to the Washington Football Team at Allegiant Stadium on December 5, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

Raiders vs Washington Football Team: 3 things we learned in Week 13

Raiders defensive rookies had a solid day

Now, we will turn to the bright side of the loss on Sunday, though it may seem very hard to do. While Alex Leatherwood continued his struggles on offense, the defensive rookies for the Silver and Black really stood out, outside of Trevon Moehrig dropping a sure interception.

Divine Deablo played his first real minutes and did an outstanding job, racking up 11 tackles, and Malcolm Koonce was able to get his first NFL sack. Star cornerback Nate Hobbs continued his stellar play and is looking like a steal from this 2021 NFL Draft, as these four players at least gave Raiders fans something to look forward to going forward.

Dec 5, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; A general overall view of the line of scrimmage as Las Vegas Raiders center Nick Martin (66) snaps the ball against the Washington Football Team in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Las Vegas Raiders vs Washington 2021 Week 13: Studs and Duds

The Las Vegas Raiders had another dud at home against the Washington Football Team, here are the studs and duds from a disappointing Week 13 loss.

When all is said and done, this is a game that the Raiders needed to have, and the loss is going to prove devastating to their playoff hopes. Las Vegas has a tough road ahead and based on how they have played, the current injuries, and the schedule, the potential of a below .500 record is a real possibility.

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