Raiders The Play Vs. Chargers
By: Ben Burns
The Raiders begin a new era under former coach Art Shell and the Chargers start a new era behind QB Philip Rivers. Advantage: Raiders.
I'm taking the points with Oakland. San Diego has been much better than Oakland the past few years. Therefore, many of the recent trends will point towards the Chargers.
However, those recent trends aren't necessarily relevant as this is a new era for both teams, particularly Oakland. The Raiders have plenty of weapons and now have a new attitude with Art Shell back in town. Regardless of how well he may have played in college and/or preseason, Philip Rivers will still be making his first NFL start. Considering that first start comes in a hostile environment, and on Monday Night, I don't feel that San Diego deserves to be favored.
Playing with 'double-revenge' from last season, expect the new look Raiders to give their guests everything they can handle.
Play: Raiders
By: Ben Burns
The Raiders begin a new era under former coach Art Shell and the Chargers start a new era behind QB Philip Rivers. Advantage: Raiders.
I'm taking the points with Oakland. San Diego has been much better than Oakland the past few years. Therefore, many of the recent trends will point towards the Chargers.
However, those recent trends aren't necessarily relevant as this is a new era for both teams, particularly Oakland. The Raiders have plenty of weapons and now have a new attitude with Art Shell back in town. Regardless of how well he may have played in college and/or preseason, Philip Rivers will still be making his first NFL start. Considering that first start comes in a hostile environment, and on Monday Night, I don't feel that San Diego deserves to be favored.
Playing with 'double-revenge' from last season, expect the new look Raiders to give their guests everything they can handle.
Play: Raiders
