Oakland Raiders Will Finally Return to the Playoffs in 2013 and Here’s Why

Yes, you read the headline right. The Oakland Raiders will, in fact, make the 2013 NFL playoffs.

They were close to making last year’s postseason, needing a Week 17 victory against the rival San Diego Chargers to win the AFC West at 9-7. But they lost and missed out on the playoffs for the ninth consecutive season.

They have what it takes to get there this season, and though it will be a challenge, Carson Palmer and company will play January football following the 2012 season.

Here’s how they’ll get there.

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