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Raiders struggle with offense in third quarter against Chiefs and Bills

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:17 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Raiders struggle with offense in third quarter against Chiefs and Bills

Summary

The Las Vegas Raiders continue to grapple with offensive issues in the third quarter following recent losses to the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills. Despite leading at halftime in both matches, the team failed to score in the third quarter, contributing to a cumulative 24-3 deficit during that period over the last three games. Coach Klint Kubiak emphasized the team's need to improve its performance coming out of halftime, while quarterback Kirk Cousins noted the detrimental effects of three-and-outs. The Raiders are set to host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Raiders lost 30-27 to Bills after being tied at halftime.
•Offense has been shut out in third quarter for three consecutive games.
•Kirk Cousins leads team but has had interception issues.
•Raiders rank 12th worst in red-zone touchdown conversion rate.
•Las Vegas allowed 30-plus points in last three games.

Latest Updates

1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders focus on 3rd-quarter scoring woes after losses to Chiefs and Bills

What they're saying

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(AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders have had just about every chance to build on their surprising 3-0 start even while facing a gauntlet of Super Bowl contenders the past three weeks.Except for a 45-17 blowout loss at New England on Oct.
— Yahoo Sportsby MARK ANDERSON

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