{
  "id": 16985356,
  "title": "Raiders’ Season-Defining Battle Lies in Stopping This Underrated Jets’ Duo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/raiders-season-defining-battle-lies-in-stopping-this-underrated-jets",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T00:55:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/raiders-season-defining-battle-lies-005541228.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves facing a critical opponent in their upcoming game against the New York Jets, as they attempt to break their four-game losing streak. With the chance to return to .500 and potentially avoid a complete collapse, the Raiders will be focused on stopping the Jets' underrated duo of offensive guard Joe Tippmann and running back Braelon Allen. Despite Garrett Wilson being the team's top receiving threat, Tippmann and Allen will likely dominate the coverage, making their performance crucial for the Jets' success. Tippmann, known for his strength and mobility in the interior, has frequently clashed with defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons throughout his career. Allen, on the other hand, brought his college experience to the professional level, showcasing his ability to set up blocks, exercise patience, and burst through the line. The Raiders' poor run defense, which surrendering 199 yards against the Rams, highlights the importance of containing the Jets' ground game. With a fourth-worst run defense in the NFL, the team struggles to stop opposing run blockers, allowing crucial gaps to open up for running backs. The front line's inability to hold their ground often results in the Raiders being pushed backward, leaving them vulnerable to the Jets' running attacks. As the season progresses, the lack of run-stopping capability could lead to fatigue, especially with defenses having to play for the entire four quarters. The Raiders' defensive scheme, led by Rob Leonard, appears to be struggling to adapt and effectively combat the Jets' offensive threats. With a potential five-game losing streak looming, the implications for the Raiders' season could be significant, prompting discussions about changes at quarterback or even potential trade talks.",
  "summary": "The Las Vegas Raiders, mired in a four-game losing streak, will line up across from the New York Jets on Sunday. With the chance to get back to .500 and prevent an outright collapse, Las Vegas faces a Jets team that looks as though they are going through the motions. Led by former Raiders quarterback […] The post Raiders’ Season-Defining Battle Lies in Stopping This Underrated Jets’ Duo appeared…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}