Raiders defense under Patrick Graham is taking shape, rendering a problematic Chargers attack less threatening in the red zone and showing discipline even when the unit isn’t fully assembled. The midseason injection of veterans and a developing Tyree Wilson usage hint at a scalable scheme that could compound fantasy upside.

With Maxx Crosby demanding attention and a rejuvenated linebacker corps—Germaine Pratt, Devin White, Jamal Adams—the Raiders project as a defense that can swing games. Graham must continue pressuring Herbert to create chaos, while the offense stabilizes for Crosby and Co. to flourish on game days.