Raiders give up 35 points in loss to Rams, raise defensive concerns

The Las Vegas Raiders lost to the Los Angeles Rams, marking their fourth consecutive defeat, with a final score of 35-0. The Raiders’ defense has been a significant issue, allowing at least 30 points in each of their last four games. Following the loss, players discussed accountability and a lack of teamwork, suggesting that individualism among defenders is impacting performance. Nakobe Dean expressed the need for players to work as a cohesive unit rather than as 'mercenaries.' The focus now shifts to how the team addresses these concerns in upcoming practices and games.

• 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Loss to Rams begs question: Does Raiders defense have a 'mercenary' problem?