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Raiders Focus Beyond Loss, Eye Patriots Clash
9 Oct
Summary
- Raiders aim for a 1-0 record weekly, focusing on accountability.
- Offense relies on timing, but is ahead of last season's pace.
- Team minimizes penalties, contributing to their best start in years.
The Las Vegas Raiders are concentrating on their upcoming Week 5 road game against the New England Patriots, seeking to rebound from their Week 4 performance. The team's focus remains fixed on weekly improvement, embodying a '1-0' mentality.
Coaches, including defensive coordinator Rob Leonard, stress that accountability starts with the head coach and permeates through the entire organization. This approach aims to ensure every player and staff member is dedicated to weekly success.
Offensively, the Raiders are experiencing a more advanced transition than in previous seasons. Offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko noted that the existing familiarity among coaches and quarterback Kirk Cousins has expedited the integration of new offensive schemes and players.
This season, the Raiders are notably one of the least-penalized teams. This discipline is a critical factor in their strong start, with coaches reinforcing the message to 'play the game the right way' and minimize mistakes, ensuring officials have minimal impact on outcomes.
