Ex-Raiders star says there is ‘lots to clean up’ after terrible 45-17 loss vs. Patriots

Former Las Vegas Raiders star Richie Incognito expressed disappointment following the team's 45-17 loss to the New England Patriots. This defeat came after the Raiders had started their season well with a 3-1 record, earning praise from many analysts for their coaching staff. However, with two consecutive losses, the team faces the need to address issues before more defeats.

Quarterback Kirk Cousins, regarded as one of the league's top quarterbacks, struggled against the Patriots' defense, recording only one touchdown pass and suffering three sacks, indicating the difficulty of the task. Incognito, known for his podcast 'Initial Contact,' highlighted several concerning aspects of the game. He observed that the Raiders' defense allowed the Patriots to gain 536 total yards, demonstrating a lack of resilience.

The offense also underperformed, with quarterback Drake Maye throwing for 374 yards and four touchdowns, yet the Raiders only managed 38 rushing yards—a concerning figure for a team featuring powerful running back Ashton Jeanty. Incognito wrote on X, "Got our a** kicked in the trenches. No run game. Couldn't protect Cousins or get to Maye.

Too many penalties, missed tackles and blown coverages. Stevenson's fumble was our chance to flip the game and we went backwards. Have to be better. Lots to clean up." The Raiders now face two formidable opponents, the Buffalo Bills and the LA Rams, both known for their strong offenses. Consequently, the team must concentrate on improving their defense and providing more support to Cousins' offensive efforts.