Under 39.5 points
Raiders: The Raiders' offense, led by Jimmy Garoppolo (or his backup), has struggled to consistently score points. Despite having a star in Davante Adams, inefficiencies in the offensive line and limited production from the run game with Josh Jacobs have capped their scoring potential.
Broncos: While Russell Wilson has had flashes of success, Denver's offense remains inconsistent, especially in the red zone. They rely heavily on short passes and the ground game, which limits big scoring plays.
Defensive Matchup:
Raiders: The Raiders' defense, while not elite, has been able to hold teams to manageable scores, particularly with Maxx Crosby leading the pass rush.
Broncos: Denver’s defense has had its ups and downs this season, but against an inconsistent Raiders offense, they are likely to perform well and keep the score low.
Pace of Play:
Both teams favor a slower tempo, with the Raiders often leaning on their run game and the Broncos employing a methodical approach. This results in longer drives that chew up the clock.
Division Rivalry Dynamics:
AFC West matchups are typically competitive and physical. The familiarity between these teams often leads to lower-scoring games as defenses are better prepared for the schemes they’ll face.