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Raiders Hit Bye at 2-5 After 31-0 Shutout by Chiefs

Ownership urges patience during the bye week.

Overview

  • The offense has cratered to 31st in scoring at 14.7 points per game with 276.4 yards per game and a bottom-tier EPA, reflecting persistent dysfunction under a new staff.
  • Geno Smith is tied for the NFL lead with 10 interceptions and owns a 77.1 passer rating as red-zone touchdowns on 38.9% of trips rank last in the league.
  • Owner Mark Davis signaled it is too early to make harsh staff decisions, with reporting indicating the team is not moving on from offensive coordinator Chip Kelly for now.
  • A banged-up, underperforming offensive line ranks 28th per Pro Football Focus, with injuries to Kolton Miller plus absences for Brock Bowers and Maxx Crosby compounding problems.
  • Defensive slippage after key veteran departures shows in metrics such as 25.7 points allowed per game, a 26.5% pressure rate near the bottom of the league, and third-down stops lacking.