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Lillard's Plea: Raiders Need New WR, More Touches for Washington Jr.
12 Oct
Summary
- Damian Lillard wants Raiders to play Jermod McCoy and Hezekiah Masses.
- Lillard suggested Raiders acquire a new wide receiver.
- Raiders offense struggled with only 306 yards against Patriots.
The Las Vegas Raiders faced a disappointing 45-17 defeat against the New England Patriots, drawing criticism from NBA star Damian Lillard. As a devoted fan, Lillard voiced his concerns about the team's performance, particularly highlighting offensive struggles that yielded only 306 total yards and a negligible run game.
Lillard suggested specific changes, advocating for increased playing time for rookies Jermod McCoy and Hezekiah Masses, who contributed minimally in the previous game. He also emphasized the urgent need for the Raiders to acquire a new wide receiver to bolster the passing attack. This comes after a strong start to the season that saw three consecutive wins, which were overshadowed by recent performances.
The Raiders are looking to regroup before facing the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams in their upcoming matchups. Coach Klint Kubiak faces the challenge of addressing these weaknesses and improving the team's overall strategy and player utilization.
