The degree of difficulty of the Oakland Raiders 2017 schedule has increased drastically compared to last season, so identifying three “gimmes” this year is not an easy task. The Raiders will be challenged week in and week out with teams who have improved their rosters via free agency and the draft.
Reaching 12 wins in the 2017 season would truly be a great accomplishment based on the fact their strength of schedule is ranked fourth in the league. The Raiders will face five playoff teams from a year ago, including the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots.