The Las Vegas Raiders endured another difficult night in a season marked by squandered chances and inconsistency. On Thursday Night Football, they fell 10–7 to the AFC West-leading Denver Broncos, a defeat that highlighted many of the same issues that have plagued them throughout the year.
The loss dropped Las Vegas to 2–7, leaving fans frustrated and questioning the team’s direction. For much of the game, the Raiders seemed to sabotage their own efforts with critical mistakes and missed opportunities.
Quarterback Geno Smith faced unrelenting pressure behind a shaky offensive line and received little support from his receivers. He completed 16 of 26 passes for 143 yards, with no touchdowns and one interception, mirroring the team’s overall struggles.
“For much of the night, the Raiders were their own worst enemy,” observed one postgame analyst, summarizing the tone of the evening.
The Raiders’ 10–7 loss to Denver underscored a season defined by self-inflicted errors, inconsistent execution, and growing uncertainty about the team’s future.