Raiders face 49ers in Battle of the Bay rivalry game Sunday
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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders, with a 4-4 record, are set to face the 6-1 San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on Sunday. The Raiders are coming off a narrow 38-33 victory over the New York Jets, breaking a four-game losing streak and aiming to establish their competitiveness against stronger teams. With new head coach Klint Kubiak and consistent performance from quarterback Kirk Cousins, the matchup presents a chance for the Raiders to build confidence. The 49ers, coping with injuries to key players including wide receivers Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel, will test the Raiders' offensive improvements amid the return of this historic rivalry.
- •Raiders aim to build momentum after defeating Jets.
- •49ers lead the division at 6-1 amid injury concerns.
- •Kirk Cousins ranks second in the league for passing touchdowns.
- •Klint Kubiak returns to face his former team.
- •This is the Raiders' first game in the Bay Area since 2020.
- 6:33 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders vs. 49ers: Five storylines to watch ahead of Sunday's rivalry showdown
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