Perhaps Raiders Should Revert to Earlier Formula

A day after the Raiders were stunned by the Broncos, the team was still trying to understand what went so wrong in a 38-24 loss. Speaking to reporters Monday, head coach Hue Jackson said he and his players were concerned with all that failed when they watched film of Sunday’s loss. The bottom line, he said, was, “We didn’t get it done.” Defensive tackle Richard Seymour echoed Jackson, saying the breakdowns on defense – specifically when the Broncos rushed for 230 yards in the second half – could be attributed to poor execution. Not a poor game plan or bad coaching, but poor execution on the field. “When you don’t execute what the game plan is and taking care of your responsibilities,” he said, “it’s real simple.” But, he added, “It’s easier said than done.” In just two days, however, the 4-4 Raiders have to get back on the right track for a Thursday night game against the 4-4 Chargers. Whether ...