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Raiders News

Zay Jones pushing hard to learn Raiders offense, make instant impact | NBCS Bay Area
Zay Jones can't wait to get going for the Silver and Black.

Isaiah Johnson and Gabe Jackson thrilled to return to practice Monday
Both players have yet to take a snap in the regular season this year, and they should make an impact right away.

WATCH: Every big run by Raiders rookie RB Josh Jacobs
WATCH: Every big run by Raiders rookie RB Josh Jacobs

3 Raiders who need to improve in Week 7 vs. Packers
3 Raiders who need to improve in Week 7 vs. Packers

In Henderson, Raiders’ future headquarters reflects a fast-growing city - SFChronicle.com
While the Raiders will play games at a new $2 billion stadium off the Las Vegas Strip starting next year, they will practice and operate out of a new headquarters being built in nearby Henderson. The team’s arrival is seen as one aspect of rapid growth in Henderson.

AFC West

Chargers don’t think run game struggles have to do with Melvin Gordon – ProFootballTalk
Among the things that have gone wrong for the Chargers in back-to-back losses is the disappearance of their running game. They averaged 103.5 rushing yards per game over the first four weeks, but posted just 67 yards on the ground in their losses to the Broncos and Steelers.

Chargers players not pleased that Steelers anthem was played at home game - CBSSports.com
Guard Forrest Lamp said whoever did that should be fired, part of a slew of vocal reactions

Kansas City Chiefs seem OK with their run-pass balance for now - Arrowhead Pride
LeSean McCoy carried the ball eight times for 44 yards on Sunday.

Chiefs’ Steve Spagnuolo: “We want to make those plays” on run defense - Arrowhead Pride
The Chiefs defensive coordinator addressed the media’s questions on Monday

Pinpointing Broncos' 3 Biggest Strengths, 3 Biggest Weaknesses Heading Into Chiefs Week
With the Chiefs next up on the docket, what are the Broncos' biggest strengths and weaknesses as a team?

Denver Broncos: Chris Harris responds to Keenan Allen’s smack talk
Broncos cornerback was asked about Chargers receiver Keenan Allen saying he couldn't hold his jockstrap. Here's his response.

NFL News

NFL official offers explanation on controversial Lions penalties, Trey Flowers is not buying it - CBSSports.com
The NFL weighs in on the controversial penalties called in Lions vs. Packers on 'Monday Night Football'

NFL needs someone who can explain, defend, apologize for questionable calls – ProFootballTalk
When it comes to mistakes routinely made by game officials, the NFL is less transparent than construction paper. Fearful of the potential negative impact of admitting what is often obvious, the NFL unreasonably protects officials by never acknowledging their blunders publicly.

Eagles release Zach Brown, who's expected to draw interest; here are four landing spots - CBSSports.com
Philly released the linebacker after his controversial comments about Kirk Cousins and a poor performance

Buyers and sellers ahead of the NFL’s trade deadline - Sports Illustrated
The NFL’s trade deadline is quickly approaching on October 29, and these 10 teams are most likely to get in on the action.