NFL Week 2 Sunday Games : Las Vegas Raiders vs Baltimore Ravens Details
The Week 2 schedule of the 2024 NFL season is packed with exciting matchups that promise to deliver thrilling football action. Fans can look forward to high-stakes games, significant rivalries, and the chance to see how teams react following their Week 1 performances.
Las Vegas Raiders at Baltimore Ravens
Date: September 15, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Las Vegas Raiders
Background
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Established: 1960
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Stadium: Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, NV
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Team Colors: Silver, Black
Notable Achievements
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Super Bowl Championships: 3 (1976, 1980,
1983)
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AFC Championships: 4
Players
1. Tim Brown (Wide Receiver)
- Tim Brown,
a cornerstone of the Raiders’ offense from 1988 to 2003, was known for his
precision in route-running and consistency. Throughout his career, he amassed
over 14,000 receiving yards and was a go-to target for the Raiders. A nine-time
Pro Bowler, Brown was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2015. His
reliability and game-changing ability made him one of the best wide receivers
of his era.
2. Howie Long
(Defensive End)
- Howie Long
was the heart and soul of the Raiders’ defense throughout the 1980s. His
toughness, strength, and ability to terrorize opposing quarterbacks made him a
fan favorite. A fixture on the defensive line from 1981 to 1993, Long won a
Super Bowl with the Raiders in 1983. His eight Pro Bowl selections and Hall of
Fame induction in 2000 solidified his legacy as one of the great defensive
players in NFL history.
3.Ken Stabler (Quarterback)
- Nicknamed
“The Snake” for his calm and calculated play in high-pressure situations, Ken
Stabler was the Raiders’ quarterback in the 1970s and led them to their first
Super Bowl title in 1976. Stabler’s leadership and clutch performances made him
a legend in the franchise. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
posthumously in 2016, cementing his place as one of the greatest quarterbacks
in Raiders history.
4. Marcus Allen
(Running Back)
- Marcus
Allen is one of the most versatile and celebrated running backs in Raiders
history. From 1982 to 1992, he dazzled fans with his ability to both run and
catch the ball. Allen won a Super Bowl with the Raiders in 1983 and was named
the MVP of that game after a legendary 191-yard rushing performance. His Hall
of Fame induction in 2003 recognized his all-around greatness.
5. Derek Carr
(Quarterback) :
- Derek Carr
was the face of the modern Raiders, playing for the team from 2014 to 2022.
Known for his leadership, toughness, and ability to lead fourth-quarter
comebacks, Carr helped guide the team through its relocation to Las Vegas.
While he didn't win a Super Bowl with the Raiders, Carr left his mark as the
all-time franchise leader in many passing categories.
6. Fred Biletnikoff
(Wide Receiver) :
- Fred
Biletnikoff, a Raider from 1965 to 1978, was renowned for his precise
route-running and incredible hands. He was the MVP of Super Bowl XI, where the
Raiders defeated the Minnesota Vikings. Biletnikoff’s ability to make clutch
catches, especially in big games, earned him a spot in the Pro Football Hall of
Fame in 1988. The NFL even named the award for the top college receiver after
him.
7. Jack Tatum (Safety):
- Nicknamed
"The Assassin," Jack Tatum was known for his fearsome, hard-hitting
style of play. Tatum played for the Raiders from 1971 to 1979 and was a key
part of their aggressive, physical defense. While his hits were often
controversial, his impact on the field was undeniable, and he remains a symbol
of the intimidating Raiders defenses of the 1970s.
8. Charles Woodson (Cornerback/Safety):
