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Film Study: How the Chiefs can pummel the Raiders in Oakland

By Grant Tuttle

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 10: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders in action against the Los Angeles Rams at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 10, 2018 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 10: Derek Carr #4 of the Oakland Raiders in action against the Los Angeles Rams at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 10, 2018 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 25: Quarterback Derek Carr #4 and tight end Jared Cook #87 of the Oakland Raiders celebrate after a touchdown in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 25: Quarterback Derek Carr #4 and tight end Jared Cook #87 of the Oakland Raiders celebrate after a touchdown in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Offensive Public Enemy #1:

Jared Cook, TE

As aforementioned, Jared Cook is a bright spot. Cook presents a matchup problem due to his size and athleticism. The Chiefs should consider giving him a few double teams in this game. If Cook has a big game, it means that the Raiders have a better chance than they ought to of winning the game.

Offensive Public Enemy #2:

Jordy Nelson, WR

The long-time Packers star can still play. He is not nearly the same player that he was with Aaron Rodgers, but nonetheless, he is a serviceable and viable receiving target. Steven Nelson and Kendall Fuller will need to win the one on one matchups.

Offensive Public Enemy #3:

Doug Martin, RB

Martin is not necessarily dangerous, but shows flashes. The Chiefs must keep him in check to keep their defense off of the field. It seems likely that Gruden will try to implement some power run plays into the offense against the Chiefs.

Defensive Public Enemy:

Marcus Gilchrist, CB

The Chiefs should not fear the Raiders defense. Ever since Khalil Mack left, there is a lack of playmakers. If there is one player that could be a playmaker on defense, its Marcus Gilchrist. He is the brightest spot on a terrible defense.

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KANSAS CITY, MO – NOVEMBER 11: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates a punt return touchdown that would be called back due to penalty in the fourth quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Arrowhead Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /

Offensive Scheming Player #1:

Tyreek Hill, WR

The Raiders are old and slow, meaning that Tyreek Hill may have a career kind of day. Hill presents a matchup issue for any defender for the Raiders. If Mahomes doesn’t target Hill at least 10 times, it will be a mistake.

Offensive Scheming Player #2:

Travis Kelce, TE

Travis Kelce is a matchup problem for the Raiders linebackers and safeties that struggle to cover receivers. Kelce will see a lot of open field in the middle of the defense. Mahomes should opt to use Kelce as a safety blanket.

Offensive Scheming Player #3:

Spencer Ware, RB

With the news surrounding Kareem Hunt, it seems likely that Spencer Ware will see the majority of the calls out of the backfield. Ware is a talented back and will need to keep the Raiders off balance.

Defensive Player(s) that needs to step up:

Orlando Scandrick, Steven Nelson, Kendall Fuller

Cook is a mismatch and the Chiefs cornerbacks will need to be up for the task. Scandrick is coming off of his worst performance since the game against the Chargers. Kansas City will need their defensive backs to play a physical game against bigger receivers.

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