The ’ defense has been timely as they have closed out wins in the past two games as they have improved their record to 3-3.
One of the defensive players coming up big is defensive tackle Bilal Nichols. He teamed with star Raiders’ pass-rusher Maxx Crosby to bring down quarterback Mac Jones for a safety to give the Raiders’ a 21-17 win on Sunday.
Nichols has been so-so since signing with the Raiders in 2020, but he had a nice game against the Patriots and is primed to continue his success against his former team, the Chicago Bears on Sunday (kickoff is at 10 a.