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Raiders and Broncos Clash at Allegiant Stadium in High-Stakes Showdown

As the Las Vegas Raiders prepare to host the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent performances. The Raiders have shown a mixed bag of results in their past three games, with a record of one win and two losses.


Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (24) warms up before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

In Week 17 against the Indianapolis Colts, despite a strong passing game that yielded 299 yards and two touchdowns with an impressive completion rate of 64 percent, the Raiders fell short by three points. Their defense managed only one sack and forced one fumble but failed to secure any interceptions.


The following week saw an improvement on defense when they faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Raiders' defense recorded four sacks and forced two turnovers, including an interception returned for a touchdown. However, their offense struggled significantly with only 62 passing yards and no touchdowns through the air.


The most notable performance came in Week 15 against the Los Angeles Chargers where they dominated with a staggering 63 points scored. The offensive unit was on fire, throwing for five touchdowns and rushing for another two while maintaining high efficiency in both red zone (100 percent) and third down conversions (56 percent).


Looking ahead to their matchup with Denver Broncos, it's clear that consistency is key for Las Vegas. If they can replicate their explosive offense from Week 15 while maintaining a stout defensive front as seen in Week 16, fans can expect an exciting game.


The venue could play into Las Vegas's hands; playing at home at Allegiant Stadium has proven advantageous before – as evidenced by their triumph over the Chargers – providing them with not just familiar turf but also strong fan support that could rattle visiting teams.


Raiders enthusiasts should mark their calendars for January 7th at 21:25 UTC when these division rivals face off. The game will be broadcasted on FOX network – ensuring fans won't miss what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these storied franchises.

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