{
  "id": 9402722,
  "title": "Raiders not allowing fast start to 2026 get to their heads",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/raiders-not-allowing-fast-start-to-2026-get-to-their-heads",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T19:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/raiders-not-allowing-fast-start-195203196.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Las Vegas Raiders have seen a significant improvement in their performance this season, starting with a string of double-digit wins against the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Chargers. The team, under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, has made a strong push for success, signing key players like linebacker Nakobe Dean and edge rusher Kwity Paye. Head coach Pete Carroll was replaced by Klint Kubiak, who has been working with the team since the offseason program began on April 4th. The Raiders have been praised for their cohesive and focused approach, with players maintaining the same mindset since the beginning of the season. Cornerback Hezekiah Masses has already been recognized for his performance, winning AFC Defensive Player of the Week in his first career start. Despite missing All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers due to injury, the Raiders are optimistic about their prospects, with Kirk Cousins highlighting the importance of sticking to their process and not allowing external factors to disrupt their focus.",
  "summary": "The word of the day for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026 was improvement.",
  "key_points": [
    "Raiders start 2026 season with 3 double-digit wins",
    "New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak leads team",
    "Head coach Pete Carroll replaced by Klint Kubiak"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}