Sunday, January 2, 2011

Raiders vs. Chiefs Predictions

It's time to look at the last game of the season and give a prediction. It's going to be a short one since I'll be heading over to my parents to watch it and I didn't get a chance to write on Thursday night because of spending time with the cousins. So, I'll break down the rankings and let you know what I think will take place, and ultimately, the winner. So here you go:

Raiders offense vs. Chiefs defense

Raiders

Overall offense: 10th

Rush offense: 2nd

Pass offense: 23rd

Chiefs

Overall defense: 11th

Rush defense: 12th

Pass defense: 19th

This one is a close one to decide. The one thing I know that the team that runs the ball better will win.

Advantage: Raiders

Raiders defense vs. Chiefs offense

Raiders

Overall defense: 13th

Rush defense :29th

Pass defense: 3rd

Chiefs

Overall offense: 9th

Rush offense: 1st

Pass offense: 28th

The Raiders have completely dominated the division in terms of rushing differential. The Raiders have averaged 213 yards rushing against the AFC West and are only giving up 73 yards rushing. This is the main reason they are 5-0 in the division. If they are going to go to 6-0, they must slow down Kansas City's rushing attack.

Advantage: Chiefs

Special Teams

Raiders have the Pro Bowl starter at Punter and alternate at Kicker, who broke the all-time scoring record for the Raiders this year with one game to play. They also have Jacoby Ford who has run back the most kickoff returns for TD's this year in the NFL. This one is Raiders all the way.

Advantage: Raiders

Prediction: Raiders 24, Chiefs 23 (Raiders will extend their winning streak at Arrowhead to 4, regardless of the fact that they are unbeaten at home this year.)

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