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With the Las Vegas Raiders Week 14 matchup being against the Kansas City Chiefs, we'll be witnessing an important AFC West showdown on Sunday. The playoff race is incredibly tight in this division and every win matters. We take a look at this Raiders-Chiefs game with some of our Raiders Week 14 predictions in mind.
Las Vegas has hit a rough patch recently, but are still within reach of the postseason. The Raiders desperately need a win over the Chiefs, as it will increase their chances of making the playoffs. This is a huge game for the defense, as they'll have their hands full dealing with Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Tyreek Hill.
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Offensively, it's time for Las Vegas to get the ball rolling. It's do-or-die time for this franchise and they need all hands on deck. There is a chance Darren Waller plays, and if he does, Vegas needs to feed him the ball. Additionally, Josh Jacobs has come alive recently and could be in for a massive performance on Sunday. Although the Chiefs' defense has been phenomenal of late, Derek Carr will have a chance to lead the Raiders to a big win.
With that said, here are four bold Raiders Week 14 predictions for their game against the Chiefs.
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Raiders Week 14 Predictions
4. Raiders defense locks down the Chiefs run game
This franchise has taken multiple hits this year with off-the-field issues, but the Raiders are still in the mix. They'll need to focus and do everything possible to slow down the Chiefs, which is much easier said than done. One way to win the game will be to attack Patrick Mahomes at will.
To do that, Maxx Crosby will need to get back to playing at a high level. He's been quiet in recent weeks, but he's still considered as one of the most dangerous pass rushers in the game. If the Raiders can bother Mahomes and force him to make bad throws, their chances of winning increase drastically.
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3. Darren Waller plays and registers 70+ yards and 1 touchdown
It's been a frustrating season for Darren Waller, but he's still a superstar talent. He is currently dealing with an injury and it's not clear whether he is playing or not. However, he's listed as questionable, which bodes well for his chances. If he plays, the Raiders must get him going early and often, as Waller can be the difference-maker in this game.
2. Josh Jacobs continues his hot streak with 100+ yards and 2 touchdowns
After working through injuries, Josh Jacobs has been on fire the last two games. This is the exact type of production the Raiders need moving forward. With Kenyan Drake out of the rotation, the bulk of the workload rests on Jacobs' shoulders.
The Raiders should highly consider running the ball often against the Chiefs. It will allow them to control the clock, tire out the defense, and keep the ball out of Patrick Mahomes' hands. It will also set up the play-action, which could create big scoring opportunities for Las Vegas. Look for Josh Jacobs to play a major role for his team on Sunday.
1. Derek Carr gets the job done and leads Las Vegas to a win
It's do-or-die time for the Raiders right now as they're currently 6-6 on the season. Another loss could be the nail in the coffin for this franchise. Derek Carr has shown his leadership skills this year and has proven himself as the quarterback this team needs. However, it's time for him to translate that onto the field.
He has decent pass options with Darren Waller, Hunter Renfrow, and Bryan Edwards and the offensive line has been decent in pass protection. It'll be interesting to see how this matchup plays out, but this is a game Carr must step up and deliver for his team.
