Raiders face 49ers in first Bay Area game since Las Vegas move

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Raiders face 49ers in first Bay Area game since Las Vegas move
Summary

The Raiders return to the Bay Area for their first regular-season game since relocating to Las Vegas after the 2019 season. They play the 49ers, who currently lead the NFC West with a 6-1 record. The Raiders, at 5-5, are competing for an AFC playoff spot. The game rekindles a rivalry that has seen fan violence in the past, with previous arrests during a game at Levi's Stadium in 2018. The matchup also showcases the connections between players and coaches, including Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins and 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan.

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  • •Raiders are currently 5-5 and in playoff contention.
  • •49ers lead NFC West with a 6-1 record.
  • •Previous game at Levi's Stadium in 2018 saw 32 arrests.
  • •Kirk Cousins has ties to 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan.
  • •Klint Kubiak, Raiders coach, has history with the 49ers.
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  • 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders return to Bay Area — and the jail at Levi's Stadium could be busy
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The Raiders left Oakland, for the second time, after the 2019 season.

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