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Raiders-Chargers: Oakland Impresses in Debut, but Lets San Diego Slip Away
Published: September 16, 2009
The running game was dominant in the first half, as the Raiders' offensive line imposed its will on the Chargers' defensive front.
JaMarcus Russell, who couldn't hit a receiver for much of the game, came back from a brief stint on the sidelines after hyper-extending his knee to lead the offense to a late scoring drive capped off by a huge 4th-and-15, 57-yard touchdown strike to rookie wide receiver Louis Murphy.
The defensive front provided adequate pressure despite rushing only four defenders for most of the game, the secondary had a number of pass break-ups despite being tested in exclusive man-to-man coverage, and the coaching staff's play calling showed that they've got enormous confidence in their young team.
But despite all of that, the Raiders fell yet again in a season opener, 24-20.
For 57 minutes and 37 seconds, the Raiders were the aggressors.
For 57 minutes ...
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