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NFL Week Nine Preview: Denver Broncos vs. Oakland Raiders

By Eric Robinson

Oct 30, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) and quarterback Derek Carr (4) congratulate each other after they scored a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Oakland Raiders defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-24 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) and quarterback Derek Carr (4) congratulate each other after they scored a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Oakland Raiders defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-24 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 25, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. The Broncos won 29-17. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. The Broncos won 29-17. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

Many, including myself, felt that things were going to be a little different this season in the AFC West. Sure, saying that the Denver Broncos (6-2) were the favorites to repeat as division champs was not uncommon logic. Despite the major quarterback switch, the Broncos still have enough ammunition in the chamber to have a successful 2016 season.

What many considered to be different this season was who would be the biggest competition for the defending Super Bowl champion Broncos.

Low and behold, it is the once-hapless Oakland Raiders (6-2) who pose the biggest challenge to Denver. If you haven’t been aware of the Raiders at this point, this isn’t the same losing team that was an eyesore to watch the past decade and some change. A Raiders team with a young, vibrant quarterback, a set of efficient, big-play receivers, and a coach who has instilled a winning attitude will welcome the veteran-led Broncos on Sunday Night Football for week nine of the season, with first place in the AFC West on the line. Let’s preview the important AFC contest.

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