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Resurgent Cooper, Carr Finally Giving Raiders Much-Needed Mid-Season Boost

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Derek Carr and Amari Cooper saved the Oakland Raiders season with standout performances during a thrilling 31-30 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday Night Football.

The Raiders campaign has officially been resurrected and the team's Super Bowl aspirations remain intact even after a 3-4 start.

Why? Because the Chiefs are beatable after losing two straight contests. Meanwhile, Jack Del Rio's squad finally displayed some resiliency and found a way to win despite trailing 30-21 entering the fourth quarter.

A new scapegoat merged every week during the team's downturn.