Raider Nation, we’re 3-0! JD breaks down the Raiders’ 35-27 comeback victory in New Orleans, Kirk Cousins’ three-touchdown performance, and Brock Bowers’ huge return with 10 catches, 116 yards, and a touchdown.

We discuss Mike Washington Jr.’s touchdown spark, Nakobe Dean’s impact, Zeke Masses’ interception, and a defense that continues to finish strong. Plus, the concerns in the run game and secondary that still need attention.

Then we look ahead to Kansas City: what Bowers brings to the matchup and why the other receivers need to step up with Jack Bech sidelined.

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The Raiders fall to the Chiefs in a frustrating 30-27 loss.

We break down the biggest moments from the game, including the huge 4th-and-2 defensive stop to open the game, Mike Washington Jr. getting involved early, and a slow start from Ashton Jeanty.

We also talk about the big plays the defense gave up, Quay Walker’s huge sack to force a field goal, and the Raiders taking a 13-10 lead into halftime with possession to start the second half.

Then comes the biggest question of the game: was going for it on 4th-and-2 in the third quarter worth the risk? We discuss the aggression, the missed opportunity, and how the game ultimately slipped away in the fourth quarter.

The Raiders gave up their first fourth-quarter points of the season, but the defense still made some big stops when it mattered. After taking a 19-17 lead, however, Kansas City hit the Raiders with explosive plays, followed by the late fumble that completely changed the game.

Our keys going into this matchup were simple: no turnovers and the defense continuing to ball. Unfortunately, the Raiders couldn’t get it done when it mattered most.

A frustrating loss — but now it’s time to shake it off and turn the page.

New England is next.

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In this episode I break down the keys to victory for the big games this week and give you my official Week 3 predictions.

I go team-by-team on what each side needs to do to win, the matchups that will decide the outcome, and who I think comes out on top.

Lock in and let’s get ready for Week 3!

The Raiders are 2–0 after a 26–14 win over the Chargers. But are they for real, or are the Chargers just struggling?

I start with the fourth-and-goal Wildcat against a stacked box, then break down Klint Kubiak’s play calling, Kirk Cousins’ missed chance to Malik Benson, and Cody White’s two-touchdown breakout. On defense, Nakobe Dean’s forced fumble turned the game, and rookie Hezekiah Masses helped close it with his second interception.

Plus: Jeanty’s drops, A.J. Cole flipping the field, and what this win tells us about the Raiders going forward.

What’s your verdict on this 2–0 team? Follow @nationpodcast_ and let me know.

We’re kicking off the 2026 season with a Week 1 breakdown. In this episode, we talk Raiders football, what stood out from the game, key moments, player performances, and what we want to see moving forward.

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