Las Vegas Raiders face challenges after recent four-game losing streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders lost 35–21 to the Los Angeles Rams on October 26, extending their losing streak to four games. After starting the season 3–0, their recent performances have raised concerns about both their offense and defense. Quarterback Kirk Cousins has put up solid individual numbers, but the lack of a reliable ground game and red-zone inefficiency have hindered scoring opportunities. The Raiders' defense has struggled to make critical stops, contributing to their current slump. A crucial matchup against the New York Jets presents an opportunity for the Raiders to regroup as they aim to stay in playoff contention.
- •Raiders started the season 3–0 but are now on a four-game losing streak.
- •Cousins has thrown for 1,877 yards and 16 touchdowns this season.
- •The offense managed only 48 rushing yards against the Rams.
- •Raiders converted just one of five red-zone opportunities into touchdowns.
- •Next game against the New York Jets is pivotal for playoff hopes.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — The Las Vegas Raiders are the NFL’s biggest sleeping giant
"Picking the Las Vegas Raiders to make the playoffs was a bold call, but I stand by it despite their recent four-game skid. After opening the season 3–0, Las Vegas has lost four straight, including Sunday’s 35–21 defeat to the Los Angeles Rams. The game ended up close on paper, but the Raiders fell behind…
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