Punter Hit Stick
The biggest shift of momentum for the Raiders came from of all players, their punter.
Down 7-0 in the second quarter, Chiefs cornerback Mike Hughes was in the midst of running a very promising punt return with not too many players left in his path to a touchdown – except for AJ Cole.
The punter was able to make a sound tackle on Hughes and forced a fumble that was recovered by Foster Moreau, giving the Raiders back the ball near the 50-yard line. The forced fumble by Cole resulted in a six-yard touchdown grab from Hunter Renfrow.
Keep Moving
While the Raiders have had some troubles moving the chains, Derek Carr has been playing efficient football so far. The quarterback ended the first half going 9-of-11 for 62 yards and a touchdown. The offense could use more from their leader in the second half.
Death, taxes, Mahomes to Kelce
The quarterback-tight end connection of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce has been a detriment to the Raiders defense in the first half. The two have combined for seven receptions and 89 yards. Of course, the Silver and Black will need to make adjustments to limit Kelce in the second half, but that's easier said than done.
View photos from the Raiders' Week 10 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders fullback Alec Ingold (45) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Marquel Lee (55) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Denzel Perryman (52) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (24) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (24) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98), defensive tackle Solomon Thomas (92) and defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders Interim Head Coach Rich Bisaccia on the sidelines during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Las Vegas Raiders offense huddles during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders guard John Simpson (76) and running back Josh Jacobs (28) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) forces a fumble during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Las Vegas Raiders recover a fumble during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) and wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) makes a 6-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) makes a 6-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) makes a 6-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (2) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Cory Littleton (42) and linebacker Denzel Perryman (52) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tre'von Moehrig (25) and cornerback Nate Hobbs (39) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Nate Hobbs (39) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Denzel Perryman (52), defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) and safety Johnathan Abram (24) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Damion Square (97) on the sidelines during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Kenyan Drake (23) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Kenyan Drake (23) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones (7) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Zay Jones (7) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) makes a 37-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) makes a 37-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) celebrates after making a 37-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tre'von Moehrig (25) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. (29) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. (29) and safety Johnathan Abram (24) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders center Andre James (68) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Brandon Facyson (35) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Clelin Ferrell (99) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson (77) and defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) and tackle Kolton Miller (74) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. (29) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the regular season home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
