Raiders vs. Chiefs predictions: RJ staffers pick winner of Week 4 game

SinCity Press October 2, 2026 - 8:00 am Raiders vs. Chiefs predictions: RJ staffers pick winner of Week 4 game Adam Hill Raiders bushed writer/columnist (1-2) The Raiders have executed the little things exceptionally well, turning those details into a 3‑0 start. This week they will discover whether they can win a game when the opponent does not self‑destruct. Las Vegas should play sound football and stay within striking distance, with a chance to clinch victory late or settle for a tie. It will serve as a valuable learning experience. Chiefs 27, Raiders 20 Sam Gordon Raiders bushed writer/columnist (1-2) Las Vegas faces its historic rival with determination, yet ultimately yields to the brilliance of Patrick Mahomes. Chiefs 28, Raiders 24 Ed Graney Columnist (1-2) Is it unreasonable not to recognize how good the Raiders have been after a 3‑0 beginning, yet still back the Chiefs with the same reasoning to win the Super Bowl? You are looking at a cat that forecast Kansas City would miss the playoffs, so treat anything written here with caution. I believe a struggling running game will yet bite the Raiders with a defeat. Chiefs 24, Raiders 20 Bill Bradley Sports Editor (1-2) It is remarkable how swiftly the Raiders have reinvented themselves; they deserve abundant praise for the 3‑0 start. Equally striking is how another 3‑0 club, the Kansas City Chiefs, has reshaped the franchise thanks to free‑agent addition Kenneth Walker, who will be the difference‑maker on Sunday just as he has been all season. Chiefs 27, Raiders 24 Richard Bush Assistant Sports Editor (1-2) The Raiders and quarterback Kirk Cousins have formed one of the season’s standout stories, racing to a surprising 3‑0 record. However, a 3‑0 mark can be misleading heading into a showdown of unbeaten teams at home against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Another Las Vegas victory on Sunday would require only an average performance from Kansas City. Chiefs 28, Raiders 17 Read the full story at Las Vegas Review-Journal →