The AFC West has a new leader. For the first time since 2010, the Oakland Raiders (7-2) defeated the Denver Broncos (6-3) in the Coliseum, thanks to some dynamite pass protection and a heavy dose of Latavius Murray.
1. In a bout for AFC West supremacy, Oakland won the battles and subsequently won the war. The Raiders' highly-touted offensive line stood firm against Denver's championship pass rush and paved the way for a dominant night on the ground. Already one of the least-sacked quarterbacks, Derek Carr was taken down just twice and made smart, conservative passes inside the pocket.