OAKLAND, Calif — The Jets aren't in the same class as the Raiders. It's varsity and JV. New York is in full-on tank mode with an eye towards the future, while Oakland geared up for a possible Super Bowl run.
This game wasn't supposed to be close. And the end result, a 45-20 Raider victory, shouldn't come as much of a surprise. But after the Jets teased all with competitive play through three quarters, the final score does leave much to be desired.
"Well, the effort was there and we fought," Bowles said.