No AB, no problem.
The Raiders made a statement Monday night that they don't need the embattled wide receiver to win, taking down the Denver Broncos 24-16. Tyrell Williams shined as the team's new No. 1 wideout, hauling in six catches for 105 yards and a touchdown.
Getting the win wasn't without consequence, as rookie defensive back Johnathan Abram was placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn rotator cuff. The 22-year-old underwent surgery Friday morning.
The competition for Oakland ratchets up a few notches this week, as the Raiders will take on reigning NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Oakland's defense had a rough go of it in two games against KC last season, allowing 40 and then 35 points as Mahomes lit up the Silver and Black.
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Especially with Abram out and Gareon Conley questionable with a neck injury, the secondary could be stretched thin against arguably the most high-powered offense in the league.
Here's how you can watch Raiders-Chiefs:
Start time: Sunday, Sept. 15, at 1:05 p.m. PT
TV channel: FOX (KTVU)
Raiders live stream: fuboTV -- Get a free trial
