Rams, Kyren Williams survive Raiders as Las Vegas' struggles continue at quarterback: Key takeaways

NFL Week 7 Recap: Rams vs. Raiders #

In a gritty contest, the Los Angeles Rams edged out the Las Vegas Raiders with a 20-15 victory, showcasing a strong defensive display. The Rams drew on a determined performance from running back Kyren Williams, who contributed 76 yards and a touchdown across 21 carries. This marks his ninth consecutive game scoring, currently the longest streak in the NFL.

The Rams’ defense capitalized on an unfortunate injury to Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell, allowing backup Gardner Minshew to enter the game. However, Minshew struggled, throwing three interceptions and suffering two sacks, leading to a Rams defensive touchdown. Despite another offensive slump, the Raiders’ defense held strong in the second half, limiting the Rams to 259 total yards and contributing an interception and a sack.

The Raiders’ offensive woes were exacerbated by injuries and recent player trades, leaving them short on skilled receivers. Jakobi Meyers remained sidelined, while newly acquired Davante Adams was absent, leaving Tre Tucker and DJ Turner as the primary targets, who combined for modest yardage.

Although the Raiders’ defense stifled the Rams’ offense, including a pivotal stop in the fourth quarter, the offense continued to falter, settling for field goals despite several red-zone opportunities. Ultimately, the Raiders’ efforts fell short when Minshew threw a game-ending interception, cementing the Rams’ victory. Despite the Raiders’ defensive resilience, offensive struggles were predominant in this match-up.