The Raiders would need some help from other teams but they still have a chance to reach the 2019 NFL playoffs. The first order of business for Oakland will be defeating the Broncos in Denver.
The Broncos have already been eliminated from playoff contention but they have rallied behind rookie quarterback Drew Lock, who is 3-1 as a starter. Denver will aim to spoil the playoff hopes of its division rival in Week 17.
Beating the Raiders would be extra special for nose tackle Shelby Harris, who was cut by Oakland in 2016 before going on to record career highs in tackles (47) and sacks (six) with the Broncos. He has also knocked down eight passes this season, more than any other defensive lineman in the NFL.
“Being a former Raider myself, we definitely want to knock them out of the playoff hunt,” Harris said after Sunday’s 27-17 win over the Lions. “We’re going to go in there and play our game. They have a lot riding on the game, so they are going to come out swinging, but we want to end the season on a good note, so we’re also going to come out swinging.”
Sunday’s game will begin at 2:25 p.m. MT and will air on CBS.
