The undefeated Chiefs might be the biggest surprise in the entire NFL behind quarterback Alex Smith and coach Andy Reid, who together have helped transform a franchise that has had more downs than ups over the past several seasons.
Oakland does have history on its side, however. The Raiders have won six straight at Arrowhead Stadium and eight of 11 overall in the series between these two former AFL rivals.
Here are a few things to be aware of heading into Sunday’s game, one which looms larger for Oakland than Kansas City. A win could catapult coach Dennis Allen’s team right back in the thick of things in the division, while a loss could drop the Raiders four games off the pace.
Division Standings
AFC West Record
Denver Broncos 5-0 Kansas City Chiefs 5-0 Oakland Raiders 2-3 San Diego Chargers 2-3
Another incredible performance by Peyton Manning helped the Denver Broncos outlast the Dallas Cowboys in a wild shootout in Week 5 and kept Denver tied with Kansas City for first place in the division.
The Chiefs held on to beat Tennessee after blowing a 13-0 halftime lead, continuing their best start since 2003. The Raiders kept pace by beating the Chargers behind an outstanding game by quarterback Terrelle Pryor and an opportunistic defense.
Injury Report
Player Injury Rashad Jennings Hamstring
Jennings sat out most of the second half after suffering a slight hamstring pull. Head coach Dennis Allen doesn&rsqu...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Oakland Raiders
