As fans, we have all expressed our belief that the Raiders are primed for a playoff push. It would be the first time the Raiders have made the playoffs in almost a full decade. The era of embarrassing losses and mainstream media jokes is now over, and it is time to show the NFL that the Oakland Raiders are ready to become contenders once again.
In order for the Raiders to make this statement, multiple things must go right. The core of this team has to be hungry for victory. The Raiders finally have that kind of team with young players coming from winning college programs. Add that element with veterans who have had success and also have something to prove and you have a more focused and disciplined football team.
The Raiders are headed in the right direction, there are some bright days to come for this franchise.
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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Oakland Raiders
