A dominant start to the season has left no doubt about the Raiders' intent. After overcoming the Dolphins in their opener, they traveled to Los Angeles and secured a hard-fought win against the Chargers, defying expectations in a hostile environment. The team’s crowd advantage, often underutilized in past games, finally translated into momentum on the field. Fans and analysts alike have little reason to question the legitimacy of these early-season victories.
The Raiders did not stumble into 2-0. They earned it. They handled the Dolphins in their season opener, then went to Los Angeles and beat the Chargers in a stadium where their considerable crowd advantage has too often gone to waste. There is no need to apologize for either victory. And certainly no reason to...