Raiders-Bills: 17 things we learned

The Las Vegas Raiders faced the Buffalo Bills in a Week 6 game on Sunday, marking a turnaround from their Week 5 loss. However, the Raiders' winning streak ended as they suffered a 33-30 home defeat to the Bills. This loss marks the Raiders' 3-3 record after a promising start.

The Bills outplayed the Raiders, with quarterback Josh Allen and running back James Cook dominating the game. The Raiders' defense struggled, allowing 135 points in four games and 30 or more points for three straight games, a trend not seen since 2019. This defensive lapse allowed the Bills to make plays and lead late in the game.

Despite their efforts, the Raiders were unable to close out the game and secure a victory. They have yet to force a turnover in their past three games, a sharp contrast to their nine takeaways when they started the season 3-0. The Raiders must focus on playing winning football and winning against good competition, as their next opponent, the Los Angeles Rams, has a strong season record.

The Raiders' offense also faced issues, with their ground game inconsistent and red-zone offense underperforming. Rookie Mike Washington did show promise, contributing with two 10-plus yard runs. Wide receiver Tre Tucker had a strong performance, recording 97 yards and two scores on five catches. However, the Raiders remain concerned about their tush-push attack, as their fullback's snapping the ball has not been effective this year.