Raiders show promise despite narrow loss to Chiefs

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Raiders show promise despite narrow loss to Chiefs
Summary

The Raiders fell to the Chiefs in a tightly contested game on October 4, 2026. Despite the setback, players like Maxx Crosby expressed confidence in the team's potential, stating they are still figuring out how good they can be. The game featured multiple lead changes and came down to a late fumble. The Raiders managed to close the gap after trailing late but ultimately could not secure a tie as the final drive was intercepted. Currently, the Raiders are 3-1 for the season and face the Patriots, Bills, and Rams in their upcoming matches.

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  • •Raiders lead and lose lead four times during the game
  • •Kenneth Walker scores the deciding TD late in the fourth quarter
  • •Raiders must improve after a tough loss to a division rival
  • •Next games against the Patriots, Bills, and Rams on the schedule
  • •Maxx Crosby and teammates emphasize need to bounce back
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  • 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders 'pissed off' but still confident after hard-fought loss to Chiefs
What they're saying
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The way the game played out Sunday against the Chiefs is only fueling the Raiders belief that they can hang with the best, which pisses them off.

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