An 0-2 start never is treated well in the NFL power rankings put out by media outlets across the internet. Considering where the team had already started out in these power rankings, it’s no surprise then that the Raiders continue to be ranked low as the season reaches Week 3.
28th
The Raiders did almost everything right in Denver for four quarters -- except win the game. They fell apart. Gruden’s grinders were up 19-17 late in the fourth quarter against an offense that was parked in neutral all day.