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Kirk Cousins reflects on missed opportunity in Raiders' loss to Chiefs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 9:08 AM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Kirk Cousins reflects on missed opportunity in Raiders' loss to Chiefs

Summary

Kirk Cousins of the Las Vegas Raiders discussed a crucial fourth-down play following a 30-27 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on October 5. The Raiders were poised to extend their drive after a penalty on the Chiefs but failed to convert with an incomplete pass. Cousins threw an interception during a late-game comeback attempt, complicating their chances for a tie. Despite the defeat, he highlighted his performance, completing 31 of 52 passes for 365 yards and two touchdowns. The Raiders fell to a 3-1 record in the AFC West while the Chiefs improved to 4-0.

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By the Numbers

•Raiders lose 30-27 to Chiefs in AFC West matchup.
•Cousins completed 31 of 52 passes for 365 yards.
•Failed fourth-down conversion added to late-game frustrations.
•Raiders drop to 3-1, Chiefs advance to 4-0.

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9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Kirk Cousins names the exact play he’ll keep ‘thinking about’ in defeat against Chiefs

What they're saying

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Kirk Cousins has revealed the exact play he expects to keep thinking about after the Las Vegas Raiders fell 30-27 to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. The Raiders had a chance to keep the drive alive after a Kansas City penalty, but a fourth-down pass intended for Ashton Jeanty fell incomplete and handed possession back to the Chiefs.
— Yahoo Sports

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