3 reasons for optimism for Raiders Week 2 vs Chargers

Most predictions and odds out there have the Chargers beating the Raiders. But that doesn't mean anything is for sure. Far from it actually. There are plenty of factors that offer reasons to be optimistic if you're the Raiders that they could be 2-0 and leave the Chargers 0-2 after this Sunday. Here are a few.

1. LA in disarray

The Raiders are surely not taking anything for granted, but with the way the lowly Cardinals handled the Chargers in Week one, it's obvious this team can be had. Much like the Raiders vs the Dolphins, the Cardinals never trailed in the game. And the Chargers were outplayed in every facet of the game. Including better rushing attack, better QB play, better numbers for the top receivers, more first downs both rushing and passing, better third-down efficiency, and turnovers. Literally everything. That's not to say the Charger won't bounce back, but once weaknesses are exposed, it opens the door for others to follow.