Bucky Brooks - NFL.com Analyst

Though the Silver and Black have shown promise under Antonio Pierce's guidance, the disappointing loss puts the Raiders on the outside looking in when the playoff field is settled.

Jonathan Taylor has been in and out of the lineup due to various injuries, but the former NFL rushing champion remains a game changer with the ball in his hands.

The Raiders' 20-14 win over the Kansas City Chiefs might have shocked the football world, but astute observers have watched this team steadily improve since the middle of the season.

From the team's renewed commitment to the running game to the defense's suffocating play to the dynamic performance of the kicking units, the Raiders have upped the energy, intensity and grittiness between the lines.

With Keenan Allen ruled out, the Chargers could put the ball in Austin Ekeler's hands early and often to spark a shorthanded offense.

From Danielle Hunter to T.J. Hockenson to Josh Dobbs, NFL Network's Bucky Brooks breaks down what to know about the Minnesota Vikings.

Andy Reid will gauge the Raiders' approach early in the contest and make a few subtle changes to enhance the Chiefs' scoring opportunities against a defense playing its best ball of the season, writes Brooks.

With Mike McDaniel building the game plan around Tyreek Hill's speed and explosiveness on the perimeter, the Raiders must make stopping No. 10 a top priority this week.

The gutsy effort was not pretty, but the coaching staff should be encouraged by the team's performance on offense, defense and special teams.

Dive into a closer look at the New York Jets and star players Quinnen Williams, Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner.

Although the win must be kept in perspective, the positive vibes from the locker room suggest the Raiders could be on the verge of turning the corner as a competitive squad, writes Brooks.

The Giants defense creates chaos for opponents with blitzes and simulated pressures that stress quarterbacks from the opening snap to the final buzzer.

The Raiders' surprising 30-12 loss to the Chicago Bears stalled the momentum created by a two-game winning streak, writes Brooks.

The Raiders must always keep an eye on DJ Moore, the Bears' most explosive offensive player with the potential to score from anywhere on the field. 

Before casting our eyes on the Chicago Bears, let's take a look back at the 21-17 victory over the New England Patriots and the observations that stood out during film review.

Bill Belichick is the master of throwing disruptive tactics at opponents, and will attempt to take away Josh Jacobs and Davante Adams with loaded boxes and bracket coverage, writes Brooks.

The 17-13 win showcased the team's determined defense and resilient offense on a primetime stage. 

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 5.

Despite dropping a heartbreaker to the Chargers at SoFi Stadium, there are plenty of positives from the game that Josh McDaniels and Co. can build on to help the Raiders get back on track.

Given Joey Bosa's 63.5 sacks in 87 games, the Raiders must monitor No. 97's whereabouts on every down.

The gut-wrenching loss will provide the team with plenty of lessons that could lead to better play down the road, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 3.

After the loss to the Bills, the Raiders must clean up several areas to get back into the win column next weekend, writes Brooks.

With Josh Allen capable of running around or over defenders, while also displaying the capacity to throw the ball over the top of the defense, the Raiders must keep their eyes on No. 17.

There is nothing like getting the first win of the season against a division rival, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 1.

NFL Network analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks gives his assessment of the Raiders' newest rookies based on his own experiences around the league.

NFL Network analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down his scouting report for new Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers.

NFL Network analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down his scouting report for new Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo.

Though a workout conducted in a t-shirt and shorts should not overshadow a player's performance in games, it is essential to pay close attention to the top performers in Indianapolis as part of a comprehensive pre-draft process.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 18.

The 2022 season has not unfolded as the Raiders expected, but there are plenty of lessons to be learned from the losses this year, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 17.

Despite the "L" in the win-loss column, the effort and execution from the defense are exactly what a defensive coordinator wants to see from his unit, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 16.

Chandler Jones' return touchdown will go down as one of the wackiest plays in NFL history, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 15.

Chandler Jones' disruptive effort not only destroyed the timing and rhythm of the opponent's passing game, but it prevented Justin Herbert from getting comfortable within the pocket.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 13.

The Raiders' ability to bottle up Walker played a key role in the unit's success in neutralizing the Seahawks' dynamic attack, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 12.

Derek Carr, Josh Jacobs and Davante Adams put the offense on their backs as the leaders of a unit that flashes explosive potential, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 11.

The Raiders are certainly mired in a quagmire with a 2-7 record and a three-game losing streak, but there is still enough games on the schedule to turn things around, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 10.

As the season reaches the midway point, the Raiders are trying to find a formula that will lead to better consistency down the stretch, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 9.

No one likes to experience a disappointing loss, but the best teams utilize the lessons from their failures to become better squads, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 8.

The Raiders have started to find their stride after spending a month and a half acclimating to Josh McDaniels' system and culture, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for on the opposing side in Week 7.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks reflects on his own experiences in the Silver and Black, and what he learned from the great Al Davis.

For the Raiders to effectively run through a stout Broncos defense playing loaded boxes in key situations speaks volumes about the team's potential as a ground-and-pound squad, writes Brooks.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch on the opposing side in Week 4.

It is too soon to hit the panic button on the 2022 season, writes Brooks. The season is a 17-game marathon with a series of highs and lows.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for in Week 3.

Despite an 0-2 start, the Raiders have more than enough time to absorb the lessons from the early season losses to become a better team down the stretch.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for in Week 2.

NFL analyst and Raiders.com contributor Bucky Brooks breaks down strategies and standouts to watch for in Week 1.

The diligent work performed throughout offseason workouts, OTAs and minicamps should help prepare the sophomores for more responsibility this season, writes NFL.com's Bucky Brooks.

NFL.com's Bucky Brooks breaks down five prospects who could potentially be on the Silver and Black's radar with the No. 86 pick.

Improving from a good team to a great team is one of the hardest things to accomplish in the NFL, but the Raiders are preparing to make the jump, writes NFL.com's Bucky Brooks.