NFL Betting and Matchup Analysis: Denver Broncos vs. Oakland Raiders

October 22, 2010   ·   Kyle Vassalo   ·   Jump to comments

Oakland Raiders at Denver Broncos
Sunday October 24th, 2010 4:15 p.m.
Line: Denver -8
Overview:
In their last four outings, the 2-4 Denver Broncos have faced the Colts, Titans, Ravens and Jets. They finally get an opponent that they are favored against in the 2-4 Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders have not been able to come away with a win on the road this season, even losing to the 0-5 49ers last week by eight. This is one of the most bitter rivalries in the NFL, which generally makes for a closer game. Given that the Broncos are at home and the opponents they have faced recently, the line is set a bit high for two teams with even records.
Keys to the Game:
— He’s baaaaack. Darren McFadden racked up 392 yards in just four games to start off the season. Unfortunately, he suffered a hamstring injury that knocked him out for two games. 
The Raiders do not want to push McFadden back into the lineup too soon, but giving him a fai...

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